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Code Enforcement

The City of Hilliard’s Code Enforcement team ensures compliance with a broad range of public health and safety regulations, including zoning, health, parking, public nuisance, illegal signs, and other City codes.

The goal of the City’s compliance measures is to ensure the overall quality of life in the community by making residential and corporate property owners aware of potential code violations.

Residents and business owners can help the City maintain the high quality of Hilliard’s neighborhood and commercial districts by reporting suspected violations.

Complaints

When Code Enforcement receives a complaint by phone, in-person, in writing, or online, our team will confirm receipt of the complaint (if possible.) They then investigate before any official action is taken. The City also may initiate an investigation on its own.

If no violation is observed, no further action is taken. If a violation is discovered, a violation notice may be issued.

Violation Notice

When a person or property owner is found to be responsible for a violation, the City notifies them by letter, issues a citation, or notifies them by phone. As a first step, the property owner is given an opportunity to correct the situation. If the violation is not corrected, the City may take additional steps.

Code Enforcement team members are available to discuss and explain the specifics of any violation, including any extensions of time needed to address the issue.

Code Enforcement Q&A

Does the City have a grass maintenance code?

Yes, the City code requires that all grass and weeds be maintained at a height of six inches or less during the March 1 through Nov. 30 mowing season.

Are vehicles on private property required to be licensed?

Yes, the City code requires that all vehicles be operable and properly licensed. Vehicles shall not at any time be in a state of major disassembly, disrepair, or in the process of being stripped or dismantled.

I have a fence on my property that I would like to replace. Is a fence permit required?

Yes, a fence permit is required. The fence permit application may be found on Open Gov.

Are businesses required to have a zoning certificate?

Yes, all businesses are required to have an approved zoning certificate before operation.

I want to repurpose an existing sign for my business. Does this require a permit?

Yes, a new sign permit meeting the current code is required. The sign permit may be found on Open Gov.

What if I have questions about a violation?

You may contact the City of Hilliard’s Code Enforcement team via email: codeenforcement1@hilliardohio.gov to discuss and explain the specifics of any violation.

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