Department Information

Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Department is operated by our Code Enforcer, ( NOW HIRING) in cooperation with our Public Works and Utilities departments. He performs a variety of of technical duties in support of the Town’s code enforcement program; monitors and enforces applicable town ordinances, codes and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety and other matters of public concern. Serves as a resource and provides information on Town regulations to property owners, residents, businesses and the general public.

Code Enforcement Staff

(We are seeking a permanent highly qualified Code Enforcer see Career page for more details)

Responsibilities

• Enforcing all of the Town’s ordinances
• Issuing building permits
• Conducting home inspections
• Investigating and following up on citizen complaints
• Ensuring that trash and recycle bins are being properly used
• Conducting setback inspections
• Supervising demolition and removal of dilapidated buildings
• Coordinating with contractors for property cleanup
• Verifying zoning
• Assisting Animal Control with dogs running at large or any other animal issues
• Coordinating tow truck for junk car removal
• Obtaining warrants for customers who interfere/tamper with meters
• Testifying in court on criminal cases
• Processing rezoning applications – which includes posting the property, posting an ad in the newspaper, sending letters to the neighbors of the affected property, attending planning board meetings
• Reviewing site plans

While this is not an exhaustive list of all of the Code Enforcer’s responsibilities, it gives an overview of them.

Contact Code Enforcement

Phone: (336) 578-3443  Ext. 225

Email: town-email@greenlevelnc.com