CODE ENFORCEMENT

One of the City of Austell's highest priorities is to work with residents to preserve and maintain our residential neighborhoods. 

Each neighborhood has its own unique characteristics and concerns and the solutions to their issues depending on the nature of the problems.  For example, problems that affect an entire block or neighborhood (for example, gangs, drug activity, parking problems, or property nuisances) are best handled through cooperative efforts between residents and the City.

What Ordinances Do We Enforce?

The Code Enforcement Division primarily enforces Ordinances pertaining to health, safety, and property nuisances.  Following are some of those Ordinances we enforce.

1. Weeds and Overgrowth
   Weeds, overgrowth, or uncut grass.
    

2. Vehicles
   Inoperable, wrecked, dismantled vehicles, or vehicles without current registration.
    

3. Storage in Yards
   Junk, litter, garbage, and debris.
    

4. Garbage Cans and Recycle Bins
   Receptacles of any kind may not be left out at the curbside for more than 72 hours.
    

5. Structures
   Any structure having broken windows, deteriorated paint or stucco, or in a state of disrepair is considered a public nuisance.
    

6. Garage Sales
   Each resident is allowed four (4) garage sales per year.  No signs for advertising these sales are allowed to be posted on any public property, including utility poles.  Signs may be posted at the location of the sale on the day of the sale.  A garage sale permit will be required and may be applied for at City Hall.  There is no charge for the permit.

When Are Permits Required?

The Code Enforcement Division works closely with the Community Development Department.  There are many Ordinances that fall under the jurisdiction which the Code Enforcement enforces or assists in gaining compliance.

A permit is required for new construction or major renovation projects.  Permits need to be issued prior to beginning work and must receive a final inspection by the Building Inspector.  If you are unsure if a permit is needed, please call the Community Development Department at (770) 944-4309.

To speak with an Officer in our Code Enforcement Division, please contact (770) 819-2321.  Code Enforcement may be reached by e-mail at cdenforce @ austell.org.

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