Common Violations

Commercial Vehicle Parking

LDC Section 216

Parking, storing, or keeping a commercial vehicle on any lot or parcel within a residential district is prohibited. The parking of commercial vehicles in residential districts may be approved by the Board of Adjustment. Call Code Enforcement at 534-6054.

Property Maintenance

Overgrown Lots or Junk

LDC Section 223

The majority of any lot one acre or less in size that has been cleared or disturbed in the past, but which has been allowed to grow up with weeds, underbrush, or other uncultivated vegetation or debris exceeding 18 inches in height which tends to be a breeding place or haven for snakes, rodents, or which otherwise creates a nuisance or threat to the public or private property other than places specifically authorized and permitted as a salvage yard in conformance with the code shall be prohibited.

Distressed or Abandoned Vehicles

LDC Section 217

A distressed motor vehicle is one in a state of disrepair that is incapable of being moved under its own power. An abandoned vehicle is one which does not have a current license plate or registration and has been parked in an unused state for a period of at least 30 days.

Minimum Housing Codes

Polk County Ordinance 88-02

The Minimum Housing Code establishes minimum standards for occupancy, and does not replace or modify standards otherwise established for construction, replacement, or repair of buildings. The code applies to all dwelling units in unincorporated Polk County, regardless of primary use, the date of construction, or whether it’s vacant or occupied. Minimum standards must be maintained for electrical, plumbing, structural, and other areas. Homes that are substandard, abandoned or in disrepair are a code violation.

For Additional Information

Call (863) 534-6054