bureau of code compliance

Mission

To ensure safe and sanitary conditions in housing and commercial  properties through effective code enforcement efforts.

Vision

To make the City of Atlanta a better place to live, work, play, and conduct business through the laws and regulations governing code enforcement.

Join us as we celebrate the First Annual Code Compliance Week! 

	Code violation categories
	Find the Code Enforcement Officer assigned to your area
	Compliance actions for code violations
	Four ways to submit a code violation
	Click here to submit a code violation
	Check the status of your Code Request
	Code or Ordinances Instructions In Search box, enter 'Atlanta Housing Code of 1987'

WHAT WE DO
The Bureau of Code Compliance is responsible for the inspection and enforcement of residential and commercial properties that violate the Atlanta Housing Code, Graffiti Ordinance, and/or Commercial Maintenance and Industrial Code. Properties are inspected for violations such as:

• decayed/damaged leaking roofs,
• holes in flooring (both inside and out),
• broken window glass; flaking/peeling paint,
• units not supplied with water or adequate heat,
• rodent infestation or unsanitary conditions,
• overgrown, littered vacant lots,
• junk/inoperative vehicles,
• graffiti,
• electrical hazards,
• open and vacant structures,
• dilapidated buildings, and
• numerous other deficiencies which render properties substandard, or unsafe to its occupants or the general public. 

Click here for our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Click here for information regarding Zoning Enforcement

In-Rem Program...COMING SOON!

Neighborhood Deputies Program Overview

Bureau of Code Compliance Affiliates

Office Hours and Contact Information
Monday – Friday
8:15-5:00 pm
Tel: 404.330.6190
Fax: 404.658.7084