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Code Enforcement

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1. Can I remain anonymous when reporting a Code Enforcement Violation?

Yes. We do not require that you provide any personal information when registering your complaint. Remember that all information you choose to provide to the City, including names, phone numbers, or email addresses, is subject to the Public Record Laws. In other words, we must provide this information to anyone who asks for it. If you wish to remain completely anonymous, do not provide your personal information.

2. How do I know if the address or location of a code violation is located within the Auburn City limits?

Check with City Hall or call the Code Enforcement Unit at (770) 513-8657, ext. 201.

3. How do I report an abandoned vehicle?

Call the Code Enforcement Unit at (770) 513-8657, ext. 201.

4. How do I report loud music, radio, car stereo, loud party, etc. in the City?

Call the Police non-emergency phone line at (770) 307-3122.

5. How do I report graffiti within the City?

Call the Code Enforcement Unit at (770) 513-8657, ext. 201

6. How do I report illegal dumping in progress within the City limits?

Call the Police non-emergency phone line at (770) 307-3122.

7. How do I report illegal dumping that has already taken place in the City limits?

Call the Police non-emergency phone line at (770) 307-3122.

8. How do I report broken down, inoperable vehicles, or piles of junk in the yard of City property?

Call the Code Enforcement Unit at (770) 513-8657, ext. 201.

9. Am I responsible for pre-existing problems on a property I purchase?

Yes. The property owner is responsible.

10. What happens after I receive a notice from the City to correct neighborhood code violations?

The violator and/or property owner may have up to 10 days to correct the violation or to appeal the notice. Dangerous situations must be remedied Immediately.

11. Why should I be responsible for upkeep at my property? My tenant is responsible for the problems.

Property owners are ultimately responsible for all repairs and upkeep to their properties.

12. What does and doesn’t require a City building permit?

Call the City License and Permits Division at (770) 963-4002 Ext. 206.

13. What do I do if I’ve received a notice for a violation from Code Enforcement?

If you have any questions about what is required of you to achieve compliance with Auburn City Code, please contact the Code Enforcement Unit at (770) 513-8657 ext. 201.