Summary
The city updated its master fee schedule to include inspection and registration fees for rental and multifamily properties, plus penalties for minimum urban standards violations.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Establishes registration fees and re-inspection fees ($50 per failed re-inspection) along with daily fines up to $500 for non-compliance.
City residents and tenants living in rental housing by ensuring code compliance and property maintenance.
Landlords and property owners who fail to comply with registration and maintenance standards.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Oct 12, 2026
A resident reported an ill-maintained residential property on a corner lot that negatively impacts the neighborhood's appearance and urged code enforcement action.
City Council - Mar 23, 2026
The city updated its master fee schedule to include inspection and registration fees for rental and multifamily properties, plus penalties for minimum urban standards violations.
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