My neighbors have the same violations, so why did you select me?
The Code Enforcement Division does not conduct selective enforcement. The Officers routinely try to cover their entire zone and respond to all complaints filed with our office. You may be unaware that an attempt to remedy a violation is already in progress. Please call the Code Enforcement Division office to inquire about a specific address.
How do I report a violation?
Call the Code Enforcement Division at 407-518-2133. Please provide the correct address and briefly describe the potential violation. If you choose to remain anonymous, the Code Enforcement Division will still investigate the report. You should understand that if you do leave your name and phone number, it becomes a public record and is available to any citizen for review.
What happens if it is determined that I have violated a local ordinance?
It depends on the violation. In most cases, if there is no public danger, a Notice of Violation is issued, giving the resident a reasonable amount of time to comply. At the end of the designated compliance time, a code officer will re-inspect the property. If the property is found to be in compliance, the case is closed.
What if I don’t comply after receiving a Notice of Violation?
Your case could be presented to the Code Enforcement Board, or you could be issued a Citation. The Code Enforcement Board can issue fines if you are found guilty of violating an ordinance. If a citation is issued, you could be required to appear in County Court before an Osceola County Judge.
If the City of Kissimmee is forced to complete any work that will bring your property into compliance, you will be billed for that work, and a lien can be filed against your property if payment is not received.
I received a notice of violation on a house I own, but I rent this property to a tenant. Why don’t you issue the notice to the tenant?
In most cases, the tenant was issued a Notice of Violation, and you, as the property owner, would have been notified of the violation via certified mail. You are legally responsible for any violations of City ordinances. If your tenant does not comply, you could be held accountable, and the case could be presented to the Code Enforcement Board, or a citation could be issued.
How will I know that my complaint was acted upon?
If you have registered a complaint and do not see any action, please call the Code Enforcement Division. The office staff will gladly check the computer records and update you on the status of the investigation.
This seems like a waste of tax dollars. Why don’t you go after “real criminals?”
The Code Enforcement Division protects the quality of life of all residents in the City of Kissimmee. Its purpose is different from law enforcement. Code Enforcement helps maintain property values and improves areas that have become blighted with debris, overgrowth, or graffiti. Areas that have become blighted are more likely to have a higher crime rate than those that are well maintained and free from Code violations.