Alameda County Nuisance Abatement Ordinance targets property blight including junk accumulation, overgrown weeds, graffiti, and derelict structures in unincorporated areas.
The Alameda County Nuisance Abatement Ordinance authorizes Code Enforcement to address property blight in Castro Valley, Ashland, Cherryland, San Lorenzo, Sunol, and other unincorporated areas. Prohibited conditions include accumulation of junk or debris visible from the right-of-way, overgrown weeds over 12 inches, graffiti not removed within 30 days, broken windows, derelict structures, and inoperative vehicles. Code Enforcement issues a notice to abate giving owners time to correct the condition, typically 10 to 30 days. Failure to comply results in administrative citations, fines, or county-performed abatement with costs assessed as a property lien. Report blight at (510) 670-5320.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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