Centennial, CO Property Maintenance: Property Blight (2026)
Key Facts
- Adopted code
- 2024 Centennial Property Maintenance Code
- Purpose section
- City Code § 18-13-20
- Covers
- Existing residential & nonresidential buildings
- Penalty
- Civil infraction under § 18-13-30
Summary
Centennial's 2024 Property Maintenance Code sets minimum standards for existing residential and nonresidential buildings, giving the City authority to require repairs to unsafe or blighted structures.
The purpose of the CPMC is to safeguard life, limb, health, property and public welfare by providing standards and requirements for the use and occupancy of existing residential and nonresidential premises, structures, equipment and facilities.
Full Breakdown
Section 18-13-10 adopts the 2024 Centennial Property Maintenance Code (CPMC) by reference. Section 18-13-20 states its purpose: safeguarding life, health, property, and public welfare through standards for the use and occupancy of existing residential and nonresidential premises, structures, equipment, and facilities. The Building Official enforces the CPMC and can order repairs to substandard properties; using or occupying property in violation is a civil infraction under Section 18-13-30.
Violations & Fines
Civil infraction for using or occupying property in violation of the CPMC; penalty capped at the maximum civil fine under Section 1-4-10(b).
Frequently Asked Questions
What code governs substandard buildings in Centennial?
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Sources & Official References
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