The violation reference

Detroit’s blight codes, as the City writes them.

Each code the City writes blight tickets under, in the City Code's words: its fine schedule, and how many tickets the City wrote under it in the last 30 days, read from the City's own ticket data.

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codes in this reference
69
tickets the City wrote, last 30 days
2,086
of them under these codes
94%

69 codes tickets written, last 30 days

01Administrative

18 codes · 1,100 tickets, 30 days
  1. §8-15-35(a)(2)No Certificate of ComplianceFailure of the owner to obtain a Certificate of Compliance for a residential rental property (Sec. 8-15-35(a)(2)).$250 first offense326tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-15-81(a)Rental RegistrationFailure to obtain a certificate of registration for rental property (Sec. 8-15-81(a)).$250 first offense280tickets, 30 days
  3. §8-15-35No Certificate of ComplianceOccupying or renting a property without a valid CoC.$250 first offense201tickets, 30 days
  4. §8-15-35(a)(1)No Certificate of Compliance (Non-Rental)Failure to obtain Certificate of Compliance (non-rental property).$250 first offense117tickets, 30 days
  5. §8-15-45Vacant Property RegistrationFailure to register a vacant building within 30 days of vacancy.$250 first offense79tickets, 30 days
  6. §8-15-38Unlawful Occupancy OrderFailure to abate unlawful occupancy of a building, premises, or structure after a City order (Sec. 8-15-38).$500 first offense43tickets, 30 days
  7. §8-15-81Rental RegistrationFailure to register rental property (Landlord Registration).$250 first offense19tickets, 30 days
  8. §8-15-39(a)1Unfit for Occupancy: Unsafe ConditionsFailure to abate unsafe or unlawful property conditions determined to render the property unfit for human occupancy (Sec. 8-15-39(a)).$500 first offense14tickets, 30 days
  9. §8-15-34(d)Exterior Wall & Roof Structure ReportFailure to furnish the required written report on the true condition of a building's exterior walls and roof-mounted structures (Sec. 8-15-34, enforcement and inspections).Fine set at the hearing13tickets, 30 days
  10. §8-15-37Unsafe Building / Condemnation OrderFailure to abate an unsafe condition of a building, premises, structure, equipment, or device; the section covering closing and condemnation of unsafe buildings (Sec. 8-15-37).$500 first offense7tickets, 30 days
  11. §8-15-39(a)4Hazard to Occupants / Public SafetyFailure to abate hazard to occupants or public due to condition of building (less than 5 stories).$500 first offense1ticket, 30 days
  12. §8-15-35(a)Failure to Obtain a Certificate of ComplianceFailure to obtain a Certificate of Compliance for a building Sec. 8-15-35(a) of the Detroit City Code covers. In the City's blight ticket records, tickets under this exact code were written from January 2019 to October 2021; newer tickets are written as 8-15-35, 8-15-35(a)(1) or 8-15-35(a)(2).$250 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  13. §8-15-39(a)3Unfit for Occupancy: Ventilation / Sanitary / HeatFailure to abate a lack of ventilation, illumination, sanitary, or heating facilities that renders the property unfit for human occupancy (Sec. 8-15-39(a)).$500 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  14. §8-15-82Rental Inspection / Certificate of ComplianceRenting or allowing occupancy of a rental property without the required inspection and Certificate of Compliance (Sec. 8-15-82).Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  15. §8-15-82(g)Lead Clearance: Rental (All Other Structures)Unlawful rental of property without lead clearance; all other structures except 5+ story buildings.$500 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  16. §8-15-83Lead Inspection / Risk AssessmentFailure to obtain lead inspection or risk assessment for rental property.$500 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  17. §8-15-91Lead Compliance: Rental PropertyFailure to comply with lead safety requirements for rental property.$500 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  18. §9-1-50Vacant Property RegistrationLegacy code for failure to register a vacant building with the City. Carried forward as Sec. 8-15-45 in the 2019 Detroit City Code; older tickets cite 9-1-50 with subsections for the registration certificate.$250 first offense0tickets, 30 days

02Vehicles

6 codes · 454 tickets, 30 days
  1. §50-14-286(3)Lawn Parking (Subsection 3)Vehicle parked on unpaved surface / lawn (subsection 3)Fine set at the hearing243tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-15-110(a)Inoperable Vehicle (Subsection A)Inoperable vehicle stored on property (subsection a)Fine set at the hearing168tickets, 30 days
  3. §50-14-282Commercial Parking in ResidentialParking commercial vehicles or trailers on residential lots.$250 first offense34tickets, 30 days
  4. §50-14-283Other Vehicles in Residential (Trailers, RVs)Parking of vehicles other than those allowed under Sec. 50-14-282, such as trailers and recreational vehicles, on land zoned R1 through R6 or residential PD (Sec. 50-14-283).Fine set at the hearing9tickets, 30 days
  5. §8-15-110Inoperable VehicleUnlicensed or dismantled vehicle on private property.$100 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  6. §50-14-286Lawn ParkingVehicle parked on unpaved surface / lawnFine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days

03Environmental

5 codes · 141 tickets, 30 days
  1. §42-2-97(b)Illegal Dumping (Fly-Dump)Illegal dumping or fly-dumping on propertyFine set at the hearing90tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-15-101Bulk Waste / Solid WasteUnlawful accumulation of solid waste at a one- or two-family dwelling or commercial building (Sec. 8-15-101).Fine set at the hearing31tickets, 30 days
  3. §42-2-92(c)Large-Scale Illegal Dumping (5+ Cubic Yards)Dumping, storing, or depositing solid waste of 5 cubic yards or more on private property, public property, or right-of-way.$500 first offense11tickets, 30 days
  4. §42-2-97(a)Illegal Dumping (Property Owner Liability)Allowing solid waste to accumulate on property (owner liability provision).$100 first offense8tickets, 30 days
  5. §42-2-93(a)48-Hour Waste Removal (Owner/Operator)Failure of a property owner or operator to remove and properly dispose of solid waste within 48 hours of when they knew or should have known of it; declared a public nuisance (Sec. 42-2-93).Fine set at the hearing1ticket, 30 days

04Vegetation

3 codes · 115 tickets, 30 days
  1. §8-15-104High Weeds / Plant GrowthVegetation exceeding 8 inches in height on private property or the adjacent berm.$50 first offense115tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-15-104(a)Noxious WeedsPresence of ragweed, poison ivy, or other prohibited species.$50 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  3. §9-1-104High Weeds / Plant GrowthLegacy code for weeds and plant growth over 8 inches on private property. Renumbered as Sec. 8-15-104 in the 2019 Detroit City Code; older tickets still cite 9-1-104.$50 first offense0tickets, 30 days

05Structural

12 codes · 55 tickets, 30 days
  1. §8-15-113Failure to Maintain VacantVacant building not secured, boarded, or maintained.$500 first offense31tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-15-201(a)Exterior Maintenance: GeneralFailure to maintain exterior of property in good repair.$100 first offense9tickets, 30 days
  3. §8-15-202No Building IDAddress numbers missing or not visible.$100 first offense7tickets, 30 days
  4. §8-15-303Interior SurfacesFailure to maintain interior surfaces, including walls, ceilings, and floors, in good, clean, and sanitary condition (Sec. 8-15-303).$100 first offense5tickets, 30 days
  5. §8-15-41Posted Notice / Prohibited OccupancyViolating a notice posted on a building, including occupying or allowing occupancy of a building posted as unsafe, or removing the posted notice (Sec. 8-15-41). Tickets often cite failure to comply with an emergency or imminent danger order.$500 first offense2tickets, 30 days
  6. §8-15-301Interior Maintenance ViolationFailure to maintain interior of building in sanitary and safe condition.$100 first offense1ticket, 30 days
  7. §8-15-111GraffitiFailure to remove graffiti from exterior surfaces (Sec. 8-15-111). First-offense tickets typically run about $130.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  8. §9-1-111GraffitiLegacy code for failure to remove graffiti from exterior surfaces. Renumbered as Sec. 8-15-111 in the 2019 Detroit City Code.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  9. §9-1-201Exterior Wall MaintenancePeeling paint, rotting siding, or missing trim.$100 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  10. §9-1-206Roof and DrainageLeaking roof or missing gutters causing dampness.$100 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  11. §9-1-303Interior SurfacesLegacy code for failure to maintain interior surfaces such as walls, ceilings, and floors in good, clean, and sanitary condition. Renumbered as Sec. 8-15-303 in the 2019 Detroit City Code.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  12. §9-1-306Defective Interior DoorsLegacy code for interior doors that are missing, broken, or do not function. Renumbered as Sec. 8-15-306 in the 2019 Detroit City Code.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days

06Property Maintenance

9 codes · 46 tickets, 30 days
  1. §8-15-108Defective Fence / Structure (108)Defective or deteriorated fence or accessory structure (section 108)Fine set at the hearing14tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-15-105Rodent HarborageConditions conducive to rodent harborage on propertyFine set at the hearing10tickets, 30 days
  3. §8-15-107Defective Fence / StructureDefective or deteriorated fence or accessory structureFine set at the hearing9tickets, 30 days
  4. §8-15-221Improper StorageImproper outdoor storage of materials or itemsFine set at the hearing9tickets, 30 days
  5. §8-15-463Heating Facilities: Failure to ProvideFailure to provide mechanical heating facilities as required.$100 first offense2tickets, 30 days
  6. §8-15-462(a)Occupancy: Mechanical/Electrical Non-ComplianceOccupancy of dwelling or building not in compliance with mechanical or electrical equipment facilities requirements.$100 first offense1ticket, 30 days
  7. §8-15-468Mechanical Equipment Non-ComplianceFailure to maintain mechanical appliances and equipment in safe working condition.$100 first offense1ticket, 30 days
  8. §8-15-6GraffitiSec. 8-15-6 is the definitions section of the Property Maintenance Code where graffiti is defined. Enforcement tickets for graffiti are issued under Sec. 8-15-111; some notices reference the definition section.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  9. §9-1-105Rodent HarborageLegacy code for conditions that promote rodent harborage, such as rubbish piles and open containers. Renumbered as Sec. 8-15-105 in the 2019 Detroit City Code.$100 first offense0tickets, 30 days

07Dangerous Building

4 codes · 28 tickets, 30 days
  1. §8-17-12(V)Dangerous Building: Vacant & OpenFailure to maintain a building that is vacant and open to the elements or accessible to trespassers, charged under the dangerous buildings fine schedule (Sec. 8-17-12, row V).$750 first offense24tickets, 30 days
  2. §8-17-21(5)Dangerous Building: Vacant/Open to TrespassBuilding is vacant, dilapidated, and open at door or window, accessible to trespassers.$750 first offense4tickets, 30 days
  3. §8-17-21(1)Dangerous Building: Structural Failure RiskBuilding structure is likely to fall, become detached, or collapse.$750 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  4. §8-17-21(7)Dangerous Building: Unsanitary / UnfitMaintaining a dangerous building that is unsanitary or unfit for human habitation, or likely to cause sickness or disease (Sec. 8-17-21, item 7).$750 first offense0tickets, 30 days

08Solid Waste

5 codes · 26 tickets, 30 days
  1. §42-2-50Containers Left at CurbApproved waste containers left at the curb outside the allowed window (Sec. 42-2-50). Containers may go out from 6pm the evening before collection and must be removed by 9pm on collection day.$100 first offense17tickets, 30 days
  2. §42-2-48Improper Courville Container PlacementImproper placement of Courville container between collections.$100 first offense8tickets, 30 days
  3. §42-2-43Unauthorized Use of Others' ContainersDepositing domestic or commercial solid waste in containers owned, assigned to, or contracted for by other persons or premises.$1,500 first offense1ticket, 30 days
  4. §22-2-41Courville Container StorageBins left at the curb outside of approved hours (6pm day prior to 9pm collection day).$100 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  5. §22-2-83Illegal Dumping (Bulk)Legacy code for dumping, storing, or depositing solid waste on public or private property without a permit. Carried forward as Sec. 42-2-92 in the 2019 Detroit City Code.$1,000 first offense0tickets, 30 days

09Zoning

2 codes · 3 tickets, 30 days
  1. §50-14-368Fence & Wall RequirementsFailure to comply with zoning requirements for fences and walls, such as height, materials, opacity, or location (Sec. 50-14-368, Detroit Zoning Ordinance).Fine set at the hearing3tickets, 30 days
  2. §61-5-18Change of Use w/o PermitOperating a business or changing property use without zoning approval.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days

10Sanitation

3 codes · 0 tickets, 30 days
  1. §22-2-11Improper Waste DisposalFailure to maintain property free of waste, debris, or trashFine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  2. §22-2-11(a)Improper Waste Disposal (Subsection A)Failure to maintain property free of waste (subsection a)Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days
  3. §42-2-26 (b)Animal Waste on PropertyFailure to remove animal waste on public or private property.$200 first offense0tickets, 30 days

11Snow/Ice

2 codes · 0 tickets, 30 days
  1. §8-15-103Sidewalks, Driveways & Snow RemovalDefective driveways, parking areas, walkways and similar surfaces, and failure to remove snow and ice from sidewalks within 24 hours (Sec. 8-15-103).$50 first offense0tickets, 30 days
  2. §9-1-103Sidewalks, Driveways & Snow RemovalLegacy code covering defective driveways, parking areas, walkways and similar surfaces, and the removal of snow and ice from sidewalks. Renumbered as Sec. 8-15-103 in the 2019 Detroit City Code.Fine set at the hearing0tickets, 30 days

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