If not scheduled, charges are filed. If scheduled, an inspection is done and a report of the conditions is made. The inspection report is sent to the owner by certified mail and the owner has up to 120 days from receipt of the Letter to make the repairs. If the repairs are not completed, charges are filed. The city verifies the violation.
Pertinent information is obtained on the owner and property.
The owner is notified by certified mail, and is allowed 10 days from receipt to voluntarily secure the structure. The structure is reinspected, and if secured, the file is closed. If not secure, a work order is prepared and issued to the City's contractor who secures the property. The property owner is billed and if the bill is not paid, a lien is placed on the property. The City receives the complaint and verifies if there is a violation.