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1. How do I report a violation or complaint?

To report a violation or compliant, please call the Code Enforcement Division at 316-755-5266; or email your complaint to City Inspector Craig Coffey.

2. What does it mean if I receive a notice of violation?

A complaint was received, and/or an inspection revealed that there may be a violation. Usually, you will first be notified by use of a door-hanger request for compliance; otherwise a certified compliance letter will be mailed to your address of record. If there is no response, or corrective action is not completed as requested within a specified period of time, you may be notified of hearing before the city’s Judge. If you need additional time to comply, please call the Code Enforcement Division at 316-522-5266. Our goal is to achieve compliance with the regulations; monetary fines are a last resort.

3. What are some common types of violations?

In no particular order, the following violations are the most common:

• Litter and debris - In order to preserve a clean and neat appearance in the city, no accumulation of litter, debris, garbage, trash, discarded items of junk of any nature is allowed.
• Permits and licenses - Building permits, sign installation permits and occupational licenses are generally required for any such activity within the city.
• Property and yard maintenance - Chipped or peeling paint, broken windows, high grass or weeds
• Vehicle parking - Parking vehicles, boats, and trailers on residential properties without proper license or registration or improper storage of recreational vehicles, boats and trailers in the front yard.