The mission of Code Enforcement in the Department of Development is to protect public safety, maintain property standards, and uphold city codes. The City of Jamestown’s certified Code Enforcement Officers, Target Area Code Enforcement Specialist, and Building Inspector enforce the Property Maintenance & Conservation Code, Chapter 215 of the City of Jamestown Code.
The primary goal of code enforcement is to address property maintenance violations in cooperation with property owners. When a complaint or request for a code enforcement action is received, a Code Enforcement Officer will be dispatched to investigate. During the inspection, any violations of Chapter 215 and the International Property Maintenance Code will be documented. Photographs will be taken to record the findings throughout the inspection process. If violations are identified, either a Notice of Violation or an Appearance Ticket for City Court will be issued.
An Appearance Ticket to the next available court date will automatically be issued for violations such as junk and debris, high grass and weeds, infestations, and unregistered vehicles.
A Notice of Violation will cite property code infractions such as peeling paint and other exterior or interior maintenance issues. The notice will include a compliance deadline, photographic documentation, and a reference to the relevant code. If no progress is made toward compliance, an Appearance Ticket will be issued.
New City of Jamestown Reporting System – GovPilot:
The City of Jamestown has transitioned to a new government management platform, GovPilot, to streamline processes and improve response times for non-emergency concerns. This system, used by local governments across the United States, enhances efficiency in handling code enforcement matters.
To submit a concern through GovPilot, please click the icon below:
Introducing the GovAlert App:
In addition to the GovPilot platform, the GovAlert app is now available to report non-emergency issues directly from your smartphone. With GovAlert, residents can easily submit reports regarding:
- Code Enforcement Violations
- Overgrowth on Private Property
- Junk & Debris
- Vacant or Abandoned Buildings
- Unregistered Vehicles
Please note: This app is for non-emergency situations only. For emergencies, dial 911 immediately.
Get Started with GovAlert:
Download the GovAlert app on your mobile device today:
We appreciate your cooperation as we enhance our systems to better serve the community. If you have any questions or need assistance with the GovAlert app, please contact our office.
Contact Information:
📞 (716) 483-7541
📧 dod@jamestownny.gov
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