Scottsdale Code Enforcement Targets Yard, Graffiti Violations | The Locally Times
The city's Code Enforcement Unit is actively addressing property maintenance issues, including overgrown vegetation and graffiti, across Scottsdale.
The City of Scottsdale's Code Enforcement Unit is focusing on property maintenance violations, with specific attention to yard upkeep and graffiti removal. According to the department's information posted on the city's website, all land, including areas adjacent to properties like alleys or easements, must be maintained free of unsightly conditions. Specific violations include dead or bare dirt areas, weeds exceeding six inches in height, and overgrown vegetation that obstructs public pathways. Property owners are responsible for maintaining alleys and easements adjacent to their land. The Code Enforcement Unit also addresses graffiti on walls, fences, light poles, and utility boxes within the public right-of-way. Residents can report graffiti by calling a dedicated hotline or using a service request form, with graffiti removal typically occurring within 24-48 hours of a complaint. Additionally, the city enforces a strict sign ordinance and prohibits the accumulation of debris, such as landscape trimmings, construction materials, old furniture, and auto parts. Building exteriors must also be maintained in good condition, free of deterioration. Abandoned or junk vehicles must be stored in fully enclosed, non-visible locations, with car covers not considered acceptable. Residents can report code violations through the city's service request system. The city also provides information on building codes and ordinances on its website, detailing requirements for various aspects of property maintenance and construction.