City Code Article III Section 11-161-Section 11-173

City Council finds that residential dwelling units, when not the subject of regular inspections to ensure compliance with applicable occupancy, building maintenance and property maintenance regulations, may become unsafe, a public nuisance and unfit for human habitation. Residential rental dwelling units are subject to overcrowding, structural deterioration and an overall neglected appearance. These conditions can lead to a decline in neighborhood quality of life, neighborhood appearance and the value of real estate. This article is adopted to protect the public health, safety and welfare in residential rental dwelling units located within those areas of the City determined by City Council herein to be in need of a special program of inspections of residential rental dwelling units. This program is designed and intended to prevent property deterioration and neighborhood blight in designated rental inspection districts and to promote safe, decent and sanitary residential rental dwelling units for citizens by requiring property building maintenance and continued compliance with applicable building regulations.

Rental Program Process

• There is a charge of $50.00 for the initial rental inspection.  The first follow-up inspection is at no charge.  Further follow-up inspections are $50.00.
• If no violations are cited or minor violations are abated within a reasonable time, a four-year waiver and a Certificate of Compliance are issued.  After the four-year certificate expires, a rental inspection will be scheduled.
• If violations are cited and not abated within a reasonable period of time, a one-year Certificate of Compliance is issued.  After the one-year certificate expires, a rental inspection will be scheduled.

City Code

Property Maintenance Code

Residential Rental Inspection Program Brochure with Rental Inspection Checklist

For further information about the rental program, please contact: