City of Marietta

Gateway to Lake Country

Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement

 

The Code Enforcement Officer is tasked with enforcing the City’s Ordinances and issuing and inspecting building permits.

 

The Code Enforcement Office is located at 800 NE 2nd

 

How are codes enforced?

 

The enforcement process is typically initiated in several ways;

 

1. In response to a complaint by an individual

2. Observation of code violation by City staff as they patrol the community

3. As an consequence of an action (for example, an application for a building permit

or a request for a zoning variance)

Here are some examples of the types of problems that the Code Enforcement Division can handle.

· Trash and debris - Any accumulation of garbage, trash, appliances, old furniture, or scrap material must be removed from the property.

· Inoperable vehicles on private or public property - Cars and trucks that are not in running condition must be parked in an enclosed garage.

· Parking in yards - You may park your cars, campers, trucks, boats, or RV's in your driveway if they are in running condition. They may not be parked on the lawn or on a dirt or gravel area. Vehicles exceeding 10,000 lbs. GVWR may not be parked on residential property.

· Home operated businesses - Some home businesses that do not generate customer traffic, noise, or have visible storage of material may be allowed under a Home Occupations Permit. Other types of businesses that disrupt the neighborhood are not allowed.

· Fences - Most back and side yard fences may not be more than 6 feet tall. Front yard fences of open construction may be 4 feet tall, but solid fences in a front yard are limited to 3 feet. Properties that have swimming pools are subject to regulation on the type of fencing and must have self closing and self latching gates to prevent accidents.

· Grass and weeds - Tall dry grass or dead vegetation may pose a fire hazard and must be cleared. Front yard landscaping is required in conformance with the surrounding area.

· Dangerous or substandard buildings - Building and housing codes protect the safety of the people entering or living in a property. Illegal or non-permitted room additions, garage conversions, or abandoned buildings that are open and accessible are among the structures of concern to the City.