Abatement - This remedy is used where the City needs to take action to abate a nuisance. In a typical case, the City's Code Enforcement Division will hire a private contractor to either demolish or board and secure a structure, or to clean a property of junk and debris. Civil Penalties - This remedy is used for major violations. The fine is recommended by the Code Enforcement Division but decided upon by the Hearing Board. Administrative fees also may be assessed.
Mediation is also available.
Explain your understanding of the problem. Discuss how the problem affects you and some possible solutions. Attend your Neighborhood Watch meetings , and get involved with solving the problems in your neighborhood. If you do not know if you have a Neighborhood Watch call the City of Redlands Police Department, 798-7681, and ask for the name of a contact person in your neighborhood. A warning letter is sent to the property owner for alleged violations and an inspector is assigned to the case.