Department ObjectivesThe Code Enforcement Division protects the property values, health, and structural safety of the residents of Avon Park. Our primary strategy is to achieve collaborative, voluntary compliance with the City's Code of Ordinances through community education and fair execution of regulations. |
Office Info: |
| Location: City Hall | |
| Phone (863) 452-4403 | |
| Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | |
Common Municipal ViolationsProperty owners must maintain their premises to prevent the following frequent code issues: |
External Resource |
| Overgrown Vegetation: Grass, weeds, or uncontrolled undergrowth exceeding 12 inches high. | |
| Inoperable Vehicles: Dismantled, wrecked, or unregistered vehicles parked in public view. | |
| Debris & Junk: Accumulations of trash, furniture, scrap metal, or household garbage outdoors. | |
| Housing Maintenance: Structures with visible deterioration, unsecured roofs, or broken window glass. | |
Investigation Protocol1. Review: Intake information is logged and cross-referenced with local parcel tracking maps. 2. Field Visit: An inspector visits the property to verify the validation parameters of the violation. 3. Resolution: Property owners receive official notice specifying deadlines to resolve compliance errors. |
Important Florida Law Notice (Senate Bill 60): By state law, municipal code enforcement officers are explicitly prohibited from investigating anonymous complaints. Individuals filing a report must provide their legitimate name and physical address for database record verification.