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Growth Management - Code Enforcement

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1. If I make a complaint will my name go on record?

Yes, in accordance with the Sunshine Law, all complaints are public record including the person's name filing the complaint. You may choose to remain anonymous but will not receive any follow up information from the Code Enforcement Officers.

2. Do you look at other properties other than the one that was reported?

Yes, when a complaint is filed about one property our inspectors look at the entire neighborhood for violations.

3. Does my construction need a permit?

Probably. A good rule of thumb is prior to any construction call Central Permitting at (386) 313-4003 to ascertain if a permit is required.

4. What do Code Enforcement Officers enforce?

The Code Enforcement Officers enforce violations with the county's code found on the outside of the home. Flagler County Building Inspectors enforce building codes. Code Enforcement also enforces the Land Development Codes dealing with zoning violations.

5. Who enforces the lighting ordinance to protect sea turtles?

Our Code Enforcement Officers patrol the beach during turtle season (May 1 - October 31) on a non-routine basis. Find more information on Sea Turtles and Lights

6. What is Flagler County's policy on signs?

Flagler County has a sign ordinance that is strictly enforced. The ordinance specifies sizes, defines types of signs and outlines the prohibited uses. Municode

7. What is Flagler County's policy on abandoned or junk cars?

Untagged and abandoned vehicles that can be seen from the public right-of-way are considered litter and will be cited.

8. What are the most common code violations?

• Zoning Compliance - Unregistered vehicles and or RVs parked in front yards, junk cars, abandoned vehicles, lot maintenance
• Lot and Lawn Maintenance - growth cannot exceed 20 inches
• Waste Materials and Trash - must be properly disposed of and not stored on property
• Construction - most construction projects require a permit
• Unsafe Buildings - abandoned buildings will be "red tagged" by code enforcement and the building department. These must be repaired or removed.