Allen enforces the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) requiring structures to be kept in sanitary, structurally sound condition. Peeling paint, broken windows, damaged roofs, and accumulated junk are code violations subject to citation up to 2,000 dollars per day.
The city adopted the IPMC with local amendments through the Allen Land Development Code. Exterior maintenance requirements include weather-tight roofs, painted and intact siding, functional gutters, unbroken windows, and maintained foundations. Inoperable vehicles stored outside, accumulations of rubbish, and unmaintained landscaping also fall under blight provisions. Allen Community Enhancement investigates complaints and may abate nuisances at property owner expense with a lien for unpaid costs.
Under TX Local Government Code 54.004, maximum fine is 2,000 dollars per day for health and safety violations, 500 dollars for other IPMC violations.
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