Code Enforcement Process Maps

Utility Obstructions (Hydrants/Valves/BlowOffs/Manholes/Meter) Internal/External Code Enforcment Code Enforcment Start Observe obstruction of utility asset Natural Overgrowth Yes

Clearing Process

Notify Code Enforcement of Obstruction, Include Nearest Address and Facility ID and any Documentation if Applicable

No

Request obstruction to be cleared within 10 Days with Doorhanger/Verbal Notification

Revisit Site to Observe Obstruction and Document

Issue NOV and 45 Days to Remove Obstruction

Revisit After 45 Day Time Frame

Residence/Business

Compliance

No

Yes

Site Visit and Verify Obstruction Document and Attach Photos

Type of Obstruction

No

Obstruction Owner Type

Compliance

Notate Final Comments and Close Case

Vegetation/Structure

Yes

Vehicle

Yes

Comply with Letter

End

Notify Local Police to Remove

Notify Field Crew to Remove Obstruction

Issue Letter Advising 45 days to Remove Obstruction

Utility

No

Yes

Obstruction or Asset Relocatable

Escalate to Attorneys Office

Obstruction

Assess CP and NOV

Compliance

No

Attach cost of removal and may bill recovery costs

If Applicable Bill for Relocation of Asset

Asset

Notate Final Comments and Close Case

End

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