Each locality has a standard (code) by which property owners must abide. It pertains to property maintenance, authorized use and general condition of their residential or commercial property. When individuals fail to meet these standards, the locality has an obligation to the community to obtain compliance (enforcement).

Effective code enforcement has been shown to increase property values, bolster public safety, protect public health and improve the overall image of a community.

Code enforcement officers are trained professionals who work with local governmental bodies to enforce ordinances relating to residential and commercial properties.

No. There are also uniform standards pertaining to:

• Fences or walls around a property
• High grass and weeds
• Accumulation of rubbish
• Inoperable vehicles
• Parking on unpaved surfaces
• Outdoor storage
• Prohibited signage

Those not in compliance will receive a notice in writing. That notice will come either by mail or it will be posted at the property. The notice will allow for a certain period of time for the owner or occupant to come into compliance. If the owner or occupant fails to act by the deadline, they may be issued a citation to appear in court and could face a fine.

You can file a complaint by phone at 678-597-9040, email at codecompliance@tuckerga.gov or submit a complaint online.

We do not require that you provide any personal information. Remember that all information you provide to the city, including names, phone numbers, or email addresses, is subject to the open records 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.

If you have any questions about what is required of you to achieve compliance with the City of Tucker’s  Code Enforcement Department, please contact the officer assigned to your case. The officer’s name is listed on the bottom of the notice you received. You can also call our main number at (678) 597-9040.