Fresno aggressively enforces property blight and nuisance abatement under FMC Chapter 10 (Health, Safety and Sanitation). The City's Code Enforcement Division actively addresses abandoned vehicles, accumulation of trash and debris, graffiti, overgrown vegetation, and deteriorated structures. Fresno was among the first California cities to create dedicated blight enforcement programs to address neighborhood quality-of-life issues.
Property blight violations include accumulation of junk, abandoned vehicles, overgrown weeds, peeling paint, broken windows, and unsecured structures. The City Attorney's Code Enforcement section handles administrative citations and may pursue abatement through the Administrative Hearing process. Property owners receive notice and an opportunity to correct before formal action. The City may abate hazardous conditions and bill the property owner, placing a lien if unpaid. Chronic offender properties may face enhanced enforcement.
Initial violations typically result in a notice to correct within 30 days. Administrative citations range from $100 for a first offense to $500 for a third offense within one year. The City may abate conditions and place liens on the property for recovery of costs.
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