Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Division is responsible for the preservation of neighborhoods by gaining compliance with applicable ordinances within the Chico Municipal Code.
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHICOADDING CHAPTER 5.44 TO THE CITY OF CHICO MUNICIPAL CODETO REGULATE MASSAGE THERAPY ESTABLISHMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF CHICO |
Common Code Violations:
- Accumulation of junk/trash/debris
- Long-term storage of RV's, trailers, boats on public property (streets, public rights-of-way)
- Inoperable/abandoned vehicles-PRIVATE PROPERTY ONLY
- INOPERABLE/ABANDONED CARS OR TRUCKS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY ARE HANDLED BY CHICO POLICE DEPARTMENT/TRAFFIC at (530) 897-4910
- Unauthorized materials in the public right-of-way
- Zoning Violations
- Trash can placement/inadequate garbage service
- Sign Violations
- Illegal Camping - ON PRIVATE PROPERTY ONLY
- Building/Construction Violations
- Substandard Housing
Code Enforcement investigates complaints concerning substandard housing issues and works with the various property management companies and property owners to ensure that residents of Chico live in a healthy and properly maintained environment. For clarification on substandard housing, please contact Code Enforcement at (530) 879-6330.
For information on Tenant Resources, Affordable Housing, and Homeowner Resources, see: City of Chico - Resources.
Staff sponsors and participates in Drop and Dash, a community cleanup event held annually in May. For more information, contact the Code Enforcement Office at (530) 879-6330.
Code Enforcement staff is responsible for the identification of vacant properties that contain weeds and work with the property owners and City Council to ensure abatement.
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