Nashville enforces property standards through Title 16, Chapter 16.24 of the Metro Code. Properties must be maintained free from conditions constituting blight, including accumulated trash, overgrown vegetation, structural deterioration, and abandoned vehicles. Metro Codes Department actively inspects and cites blighted properties.
The property standards code addresses a wide range of maintenance issues including exterior maintenance of structures, weed and vegetation control (grass over 12 inches), abandoned vehicles, graffiti, and accumulated refuse. Inspectors respond to citizen complaints through the Metro hubNashville system (311). Properties found in violation receive a notice of violation with a deadline for correction. If violations are not corrected, Metro can abate the nuisance and place a lien on the property for the cost of abatement. Repeat offenders face escalating fines through Environmental Court.
Property blight violations are processed through Metropolitan Environmental Court. Fines range from $50 per day for ongoing violations. Metro may perform abatement and bill the property owner. Liens may be placed on properties for unpaid abatement costs.
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