The city can only enforce certain types of deed restrictions, leaving many neighborhood issues to be handled privately or through HOAs. Residents are seeking clarity on what the city can and cannot enforce.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days, 4 the 90 before that.
The city is currently absorbing costs for abatements on city-owned property that cannot be recovered through liens.
Residents living near neglected or dangerous properties will see faster resolution of code violations.
Property owners who are not given adequate time to comply before the city takes action, or residents whose complaints are closed prematurely.
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