Code Compliance Information & useful
Contact Numbers
Since Matt Christianson from the City of Austin
Solid Waste Services spoke at our October meeting concerning code
compliance, the contact numbers for code violations have been consolidated
into 311. Code compliance service areas are now divided into four
regions that correspond to Austin Police Department command districts.
This will allow for the two departments to share resources and to
work more closely in the battle against urban blight.
The City of Austin recognizes that enforcement of City codes is
a growing concern among its residents and it is committed to continuing
to meet these needs in a timely and responsive manner. For much
more information about waste collection, hazardous waste, recycling,
code compliance, etc., visit www.ci.austin.tx.us/sws.
Areas covered by code compliance:
• Housing and Structures
• Low-Hanging Tree Limbs
• Yards and Vacant Lots
• Zoning and Land Use
Situations Solid Waste Services investigates (fortunately rarely
impacting COVNA area):
• Adult-oriented businesses located too close to churches,
schools, etc.
• Businesses operated from homes
• Businesses operating without site plans or certificates
of occupancy
• Dangerous buildings and structures
• Garbage carts left at the curb
• Illegal dumping
• Permanent garage sales
• Prohibited use: i.e., a zoning violation such as a commercial
business operating in a residential zone
• RVs and boats that are not properly screened
• Signs in the right of way
• Standing water/neglected swimming pools
• Substandard conditions in rented homes or apartments (except
mold)
• Weeds or grass that are more than 12 inches high
Limbs must be 14’ above roadway for delivery trucks, busses,
etc. It is homeowner’s responsibility. Register complaints
with Code Compliance at 311. For trees downed, blocking street signs,
and causing blind corners call Parks and Recreation, 440-5150.
Saw a vulture feasting on road kill on Comburg Tuesday. Number to
call for dead animal removal is 494-9400 (7 am-6 pm, M-F). Solid
Waste Services will collect a dead animal that has been placed at
the curb. You may put it in a bag or box if you wish. Do not put
a dead animal in your garbage cart.
Noticed some graffiti at Crownspoint and Tolouse. Not related to
departments above, but useful number - Graffiti Removal: 854-4125.
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