The City's desire is to strengthen and streamline the code compliance process in order to improve neighborhoods and property values. At the July 21, 2021 Council meeting, Odinance4172 passed which repealed and replaced article IV, Division 2 of City codes which related to the Code Compliance process. Subsequently, this companion resolution will establish code compliance administrative fees, application fees for lien reductions and releases, and establish the parameters of the "Property Improvement" account.

The recommended Property Improvement Program will receive ten  percent (10%) of code compliance violations. The monies received, will be reinvested into the community by way of property improvement grants and neighborhood beautification initiatives. Potential eligible activities include, but are not limited to:  yard improvements, house painting, and minor structural improvements. The Development Services Department will establish a committee, application form, and policies governing the distribution of property improvement funds. At minimum, eligible properties must be homesteaded and the owner must demonstrate financial need. These funds will be reserved for private property beautification assistance, not projects in City Rights-of-Way or City properties.