Code Enforcement in Jefferson County
Note: To report Criminal Dumping, call our hotline at 205-325-5321 Option 6.Enforcement of Jefferson County Ordinances and State of Alabama laws pertaining to Code Enforcement.Inspect public and priva
Note: To report Criminal Dumping, call our hotline at 205-325-5321 Option 6.Enforcement of Jefferson County Ordinances and State of Alabama laws pertaining to Code Enforcement.Inspect public and private property for violations of the Weed and Litter Ordinance, Zoning Ordinances and Criminal Littering law.Investigate complaints of high grass/weeds, junk/salvage materials, trash and litter, improper land use, inoperable vehicles and illegal dumping.GoalsEnsure that the public and unincorporated communities maintain compliance with Jefferson County ordinances and Alabama laws and regulations through effective enforcement.ObjectivesRespond to citizen complaints that allege a violation of the ordinances, laws and regulations administrated by the Department of Development Services.Resolve citizen complaints in a timely manner.Administer enforcement of the ordinances and laws of Jefferson County in a appropriate, fair and unbiased manner.ResponsibilitiesEnforce complaints regarding property with high grass/weeds over 12 inches.Enforce complaints regarding property with litter/trash/junk.Enforce complaints regarding inoperable/junk vehicles in excess of the allowable one.Enforce complaints regarding criminal littering/illegal dumping.Enforce complaints regarding illegal uses of property.Related DocumentsWeed and Litter Ordinance (PDF)Zoning Resolutions
