City of Dallas Code Compliance Services

City of Dallas Code Compliance Services Our mission is to foster clean, healthy and enriched communities, while preventing blight within Dallas neighborhoods. Together, with your vigilance and support, we can build a better Dallas.

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Mission: Our mission is to foster clean, healthy and enriched communities, while preventing blight within Dallas neighborhoods.

Operating as usual

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The Department of Code Compliance out in City Council District 3 at R.L. Thornton Elementary School with our Community C...
12/19/2020

The Department of Code Compliance out in City Council District 3 at R.L. Thornton Elementary School with our Community Clean Trash Off program. If you are close or nearby you can bring us your bulky trash items. We will be here until 2pm.

The Department of Code Compliance will be back at Glendale Park this Saturday, December 19, 2020, from 10am - 2pm, accep...
12/17/2020

The Department of Code Compliance will be back at Glendale Park this Saturday, December 19, 2020, from 10am - 2pm, accepting bulky trash items. This will be our last Trash-Off event for 2020 Please tell a friend or a neighbor.

City of Dallas Code Compliance out this morning in Council District 3 providing Code Compliance education and COVID-19 i...
12/16/2020

City of Dallas Code Compliance out this morning in Council District 3 providing Code Compliance education and COVID-19 information to residents.

Code Compliance staff out in the Pleasant Grove Community working performing a shopping cart round - up sweep this morni...
12/16/2020

Code Compliance staff out in the Pleasant Grove Community working performing a shopping cart round - up sweep this morning.

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12/14/2020

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12/11/2020

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Dallas joins municipal leaders of the City and County Cohort of Justice of Cities and Counties nationwide who recognize ...
12/11/2020

Dallas joins municipal leaders of the City and County Cohort of Justice of Cities and Counties nationwide who recognize the urgent need to address the issue of fines and fares as a means of increasing revenue. They pledge to promote bold reforms to ensure that fines, rates and other financial sanctions do not place a disproportionate burden on low-income residents and people of color. We're distributing an online survey (www.surveymonkey.com/r/dallasfinesandfees)) to collect initial information about the impact of fines and taxes imposed. Survey responses will be used to report team policy priorities. The survey is open until December 18th. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Genesis D. Gavino, Resilience Officer at [email protected].

The Department of Code Compliance will be back at Glendale Park this Saturday, December 12, 2020, from 10am - 2pm, accep...
12/10/2020

The Department of Code Compliance will be back at Glendale Park this Saturday, December 12, 2020, from 10am - 2pm, accepting bulky trash items. Please tell a friend or a neighbor.

Bring the internet home with a Wi-Fi hotspot from Dallas Public Library! The library will soon have 2,100 more hotspots ...
12/08/2020

Bring the internet home with a Wi-Fi hotspot from Dallas Public Library! The library will soon have 2,100 more hotspots for cardholders to borrow. Request one now to get on the waitlist and you’ll be first in line when they’re available for check out.

¡Traiga el Internet a casa con un Hotspot Wi-Fi de la Dallas Public Library! La biblioteca pronto tendrá 2,100 Hotspots más para que los titulares de tarjetas puedan pedir prestado. Solicite uno ahora para entrar en la lista de espera y será el primero en línea cuando estén disponibles para alquilar.

Dallas se une a los líderes municipales de la Cohorte de Justicia de Ciudades y Condados de Multas y Tarifas en todo el ...
12/08/2020

Dallas se une a los líderes municipales de la Cohorte de Justicia de Ciudades y Condados de Multas y Tarifas en todo el país que reconocen la urgente necesidad de abordar el problema de las multas y tarifas como un medio de aumentar los ingresos. Se comprometen a promover reformas audaces para garantizar que las multas, las tasas y otras sanciones financieras no pongan una carga desproporcionada para los residentes de bajos ingresos y las personas de color. Estamos distribuyendo una encuesta en línea (www.surveymonkey.com/r/dallasfinesandfees)) para recopilar información inicial sobre el impacto de las multas y las tasas impuestas. Las respuestas de la encuesta se utilizarán para informar las prioridades de política del equipo. La encuesta está abierta hasta el 18 de diciembre. Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, no dude en ponerse en contacto con Genesis D. Gavino, Oficial de Resiliencia en [email protected].

Dallas joins municipal leaders in the Cities and Counties for Fine and Fee Justice Cohort across the country that recogn...
12/08/2020

Dallas joins municipal leaders in the Cities and Counties for Fine and Fee Justice Cohort across the country that recognize the urgent need to address the problem of fines and fees as a means of raising revenue and are committed to advancing bold reforms to ensure fines, fees, and other financial penalties do not place a disproportionate burden on low-income residents and people of color. We are distributing an online survey (www.surveymonkey.com/r/dallasfinesandfees) to gather initial information about the impact of fines and imposed fees. Responses from the survey will be used to inform the policy priorities of the team. The survey is open through December 18. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Genesis D. Gavino, Resilience Officer at [email protected].

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12/07/2020

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Code Compliance Nuisance Abatement Division at work clearing litter piles and illegal dump sites in our community.
12/05/2020

Code Compliance Nuisance Abatement Division at work clearing litter piles and illegal dump sites in our community.

We are back today at Glendale Park from 10am - 2pm accepting bulky trash items.
12/05/2020

We are back today at Glendale Park from 10am - 2pm accepting bulky trash items.

The Department of Code Compliance will be back at Glendale Park this Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 10am - 2pm, accept...
12/04/2020

The Department of Code Compliance will be back at Glendale Park this Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 10am - 2pm, accepting bulk trash items.

Are you cleaning around the house and need a place to discard bulky trash items? If so, let the Department of Code Comp...
12/01/2020

Are you cleaning around the house and need a place to discard bulky trash items? If so, let the Department of Code Compliance assist you. You can discard those bulky trash items on Saturday, December 5, 2020, for FREE!

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11/24/2020
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Don't forget to bring us your bulk trash items today from 10:00 am - 2:00pm. We are located at 1600 E. File Mile Parkway...
11/21/2020

Don't forget to bring us your bulk trash items today from 10:00 am - 2:00pm. We are located at 1600 E. File Mile Parkway Dallas, Texas.

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11/19/2020

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City of Dallas Code Compliance out this morning in Council District 8 providing Code Compliance education and COVID-19 i...
11/18/2020

City of Dallas Code Compliance out this morning in Council District 8 providing Code Compliance education and COVID-19 information to residents.

Get rid of your bulk trash before the Thanksgiving Holiday. The Department of Code Compliance will be back this weekend...
11/17/2020

Get rid of your bulk trash before the Thanksgiving Holiday. The Department of Code Compliance will be back this weekend, providing this free service.

Help us to slow the spread of COVID-19.
11/15/2020

Help us to slow the spread of COVID-19.

You still have time to bring us your bulky trash items. We are here until 2:00pm.
11/14/2020

You still have time to bring us your bulky trash items. We are here until 2:00pm.

Volunteers are always appreciated at every community clean up Oak Park Estates Neighborhood Kiestwood Historical Homeown...
11/14/2020

Volunteers are always appreciated at every community clean up Oak Park Estates Neighborhood Kiestwood Historical Homeowners Association.

The Deapartment of Code Compliance out this morning partnering with Oak Park Estates Neighborhood and Kiestwood Histo...
11/14/2020

The Deapartment of Code Compliance out this morning partnering with Oak Park Estates Neighborhood and Kiestwood Historical Homeowners Association for their quarterly neighborhood clean up.

Don't forget to bring us your bulk trash items on Saturday, November 14, 2002, from 10:00, am - 2:00pm.
11/13/2020

Don't forget to bring us your bulk trash items on Saturday, November 14, 2002, from 10:00, am - 2:00pm.

ICYMI: The @CDCgov has issued a temporary halt in evictions that expires on Dec. 31. To receive protection under this or...
11/13/2020
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ICYMI: The
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has issued a temporary halt in evictions that expires on Dec. 31. To receive protection under this order, residential tenants must provide their landlord with a copy of the declaration. For more information and eviction resources, visit http://dallasfairhousing.com.

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3112 Canton St.
Dallas, TX
75226

General information

City of Dallas Department of Code Compliance enforces more than 900 Ordinances related to housing, zoning, signs, litter, illegal dumping, high weeds and premise parking. In addition, Code Compliance inspects both residential and commercial properties for threats to the general public’s safety. We consist of three divisions: Neighborhood Code, Nuisance Abatement and Consumer Health. Staff responds to service requests received online, via mobile app and through the 3-1-1 call center. Our licensed Officers initiate service requests proactively to resolve violations of City code. Each year Code Compliance handles over 300,000 service request, 14,000 routine food establishment inspections, 866 multi-family and 10,000 single family rental property inspections, 38,000 lots mowed and 1.7 million pounds of litter and debris removed.

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

(214) 670-5708

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Do it for Yourself and Your Friends
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COVID - 19
COVID - 19

When you visit friends & family who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19, take these important steps. Wear masks. Stay 6 at least feet apart. Meet outside if possible. Wash your hands often. Sanitize all touched surfaces

Groundwork Dallas partnering with the Department of Code Services
Groundwork Dallas partnering with the Department of Code Services

Thank you, Groundwork Dallas, for partnering with the Department of Code Services in helping us with keeping our communities clean and safe.

Code Compliance assisting job seekers at the Dallas Hires event inside Redbird Mall. Stop by our booth in front of Jimmy Jazz and the massage chairs.

We're impressed! How she was able to fit so many things in one car is a mystery. But here's something we do know: Bulk Trash Drop Off @ Park in The Woods Rec Center from 8-11am TODAY. Bring it and Code will haul it away. #CodeMagic✨

The community known as 'The Bottoms' is full of potential, but plagued by litter. Neighborhood Code Representatives walked door-to-door personally inviting residents to a Community Meeting: Thursday, December 19th from 6-7:30PM Eloise Lundy Recreation Center. Our goal is build partnerships, educate and empower behaviors that make where you live clean and safe.

Pull up to our BOPA, baby....

We see people. Not just Code violations. #DallasCodeCares Dallas-City of, Planning and Development Department, City Plan Commission, Long Range Planning

In December 2018, a local apartment complex suffered a 4-alarm fire. Fortunately, no one was injured. However, the burned out complex was in imminent danger of collapse and was located across the street from an elementary school. After meeting with concerned citizens and their Council Member, our Manager of Multi-Tenant housing acted with determined persistence. Within 60 days the structure was demolished and the site was blade clean. The original complainant, nearby property owners, the tenants of the adjacent multi-family properties, the school, the faculty, the staff and parents of the school children were all elated. In June of 2019 the vacant property was purchased by a company that develops Multi-Family properties throughout Dallas. Without the rapid enforcement action of Code Compliance Services this property would have continued to be an urban nuisance.

Watch me wear this High Plains Drifter jacket and operate a document shredder #dreamsdocometrue #easytoentertain. Bring your bulk, brush, old batteries and paint to us: 6200 Bonnie View, Highland Hills Library. We're here until 11am.

Carl Simpson, Director of Code Compliance, addresses the leadership of his tactical Tornado Relief team. He is adamant that Code support impacted residents saying, 'We are going to homes and letting people know...we're here. We're here to help.'

'The damage is unreal.' reports Code Officer Brookins. Our convoy works its' way through the jumble of rubble and service vehicles at the intersection of Shady Trail and Walnut Hill.

Due to extensive damage caused by the #Dallastornado City of Dallas - City Hall is marshalling heavy resources to speed the removal of debris. Our Code News ACTION Team will be taking you behind the scenes LIVE into the heart of the destruction.

Meet Our new Code Recruits.
Meet Our new Code Recruits.

I've been lowkey creeping 👀 on our ✨Brand New Code Inspectors✨. They'll be hitting the pavement soon in your neighborhood. Just smelling baby powder fresh. Give them some love....

Another successful Citizens Code Academy! A huge thank you to Rev. Atkins for allowing us to host the D7 Citizens Code Academy. Also want to thank each of the citizens that attending our academy. We hope you enjoyed learning about Code Compliance. #thankyoufromccs

We want to personally thank each of the citizens that came out and attended our D10 - Citizens Code Academy and hope you had a great time learning about Code Compliance. #thankyoufromccs

Congratulations to our recent Citizen Code Academy graduates. The Citizen Code Academy is an opportunity for citizens to learn about the functions and services of the Department of Code Compliance Services.

Nuisance Abatement Team Appreciation Day
Nuisance Abatement Team Appreciation Day

Thank you, Nuisance Abatement Team, for your commitment and dedication. Thank you for the hard work day after day you put in to make this city a better city. #weappreciateyou #thankyou

Adelaide Neighborhood Association Back-to-School Event
Adelaide Neighborhood Association Back-to-School Event

Congratulations to the Adelaide Neighborhood Association for hosting such a great event. Thank you to all those involved in making this event a huge success. Special thanks to: Councilmember – Carolyn King – Arnold NCR – Kelley Price Adelaide NA President – Mr. Phil Foster NPO/Neighborhood Patrol Officer – C. Cross

Congratulations on your retirement Mr. Prosper!
Congratulations on your retirement Mr. Prosper!

Join us in congratulating Mr. Prosper in his retirement.

National Night Out comes full circle every year on the first Tuesday in August!
National Night Out comes full circle every year on the first Tuesday in August!

National Night Out comes full circle every year on the first Tuesday in August! National Night Out improves the connection among neighbors and the City of Dallas Police Department. Showing that genuine feeling of network. Giving an extraordinary chance to unite police and neighbors under joyful conditions.

Let’s Add Another Shine to the badge! “Why Should I Get an ICC Certification” https://www.iccsafe.org/professional-development/certifications-and-testing/certification-benefits/

Community Cleanup #DallasCodeCares

Sharing ideas and dialogue with #DallasCityCode staff on how we can educate, empower, and enhance your community through Code enforcement.

Thank you Episcopal School of Dallas - Brownie Troop #540 for learning how #DallasCityCode tackles graffiti and volunteering to help us remove it.

Thank you Episcopal School of Dallas - Brownie Troop #540 for learning how #DallasCityCode tackles graffiti and volunteering to help us remove it. Enjoyed the graffiti abatement carousel Wee Volunteer

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Depar​tment of ​​Code Compliance​​​

The Code Compliance Department consists of three divisions: Neighborhood Code, Nuisance Abatement and Consumer Health. Annually we handle over 300,000 service requests, 14,000 routine food establishment inspections, 10,866 rental property inspections, 38,000 lots mowed and 1.7 million pounds of litter and debris removed.

Our mission is to foster clean, healthy, safe and enriching communities, while preventing physical blight within Dallas neighborhoods. Code Compliance enforces City Ordinances by inspecting both residential and commercial properties for violations which have the potential to​ threaten the general public’s safety.

Staff responds to service requests received online, via mobile app and through the 3-1-1 call center. Additionally, officers initiate service requests proactively in order to resolve and eliminate violations of City code. Programs such as Citizens’ Code Academy and the Wipeout Graffiti Program are held throughout the year. Visit us at http://dallascityhall.com/departments/codecompliance/

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Did anyone else get a code violation letter saying they have vegetation hanging over in the alley but don’t actually have vegetation over in the alley? And then I’m calling Code everyday and no one is calling back. It’s almost as if they didn’t even look before they sent the violation.
2914 Raleigh construction code violated EVERY week &weekend. 4cement trucks and a crew of 20men started @7a.m Saturday morning in a residential neighborhood. Dallas Code Compliance has been informed multiple times but apparently Field Brother Residential doent care about Dallas city code or the community they are building in.
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We've started an initiative to get masks out to help local businesses and healthcare providers at cost. We even have subsidized masks for charities! The masks are currently available at our Carrollton warehouse. Message me for more details.
Do my neighbors need a permit to build a two-story structure behind their house? What if they don't have one?
COVID 19 god punishment world need to confess
JJ Koch you guys opened Pawn Shops -- Now u have crowds of people lining up in front of these places (crowds of Black People for the most part) ---- this particular shop had groups of people in front of the store and then it has 6 customers in the store. I spoke with the assistant manger who claims that this store pawn shop is in compliance with The County's orders: People are seen (in front of the pawn shop) visibly sick and standing in a group (no space) there is no space in this store there is only about 12sq feet of customer space---- this Pawn Shop is the middle of South Dallas County which is the epicenter of covid-19 in Dallas County (Price is one of the idiots who thought this was a good idea----a good idea to spread death? 40 almost 40 percent of the closed covid-19 cases result in death--- which means 4 out 10 people are dying for this disease.... it is a shame and sham that you guys open pawn shop and check cashing stores in communities right before the government issued stimulus checks to poor working class people----this Pawn Shop needs to be closed immediate RIGHT NOW and find an alternate means of doing business... I have personally called and complained for a week,... and the Pawn Shop say they are okay and that A person has to come into the store (a disease infested store to pick up their items... they have no viable means for us to make payments online---- these places need to be ordered to stop spreading death to black people in Dallas and all people in Dallas County because people will leave these types of places and spread covid-19... I repeat this place has groups of people standing in front of the Pawn Shop and has only 12sq feet of customer spacei inside the pawn shop---but has 6 customer in the store at all times... ... only about 8210 S. Hampton Road, Dallas, TX 75232 (Hwy. I-20 at Hampton & Wheatland Road) PHONE: (972) 228-8524 HOURS: Sunday 11 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday 9 am – 7 pm; Saturday 9 am – 6 pm MANAGER: Albert Canela ASSISTANT MANAGER: Charlie Garcia EMAIL: [email protected] GENERAL MANAGER: Michael Franco EMAIL: [email protected] #KeepDallasSafe
We are the frontline GLADIATORS, leading the charge and working tirelessly to help prevent the spread of this invisible enemy. Shout out to All of my Code Compliance GLADIATORS!! We Rock!
I've tried to get an update from Carl, Kyshaa about my citation and they haven't called/emailed back. Is there someone that can give me an update today?
What about them bed bugs
For the first time in the 10 years we have been in our home, D. Lewis did an alley sweep on Fall River Drive in East Dallas this week, only giving a week to fix any issues (which by the way, we did). My section of the alley has decorative monkey grass to keep the dirt from washing away. While out of town on the weekend, I received 2 citations, one for $286 for litter (because sanitation drops trash all over the place and refuses to pick it up), the other for $186 for "high grass" (the monkey grass). I walked the two streets that share the alley to see who all received citations. Very interesting statistics of who received citations. All the white home owners with nicer homes on my end of the street received one or more citations. Not one Hispanic, African American or lower income home, received a citation. The house at the end of the street has had overgrown trees, brush, grass and trash all over its property for years and DID NOT GET A CITATION, but I did. I wish I could post pictures of my home and others so that you can see the issue. Send my your email and I will be glad to send pictures to you. Code enforcement was too busy to show up when with other people were chopping up cars in the street, illegally running a towing business out their home, building fences in direct violation of code and parking in their lawn, but my grass in the alley is an issue. I understand the need and utility of such property codes, but I only ask that they be applied fairly to all residents regardless of who owns the property, and that the city recognize a reasonable (and again, fairly applied) time window to cure any defects or problems.
Candy Olin Scarfone Hendry