Detroit blight violation codes
Complete reference for every Detroit blight violation code. Fine schedules, defense strategies, and dismissal approaches — sourced from City of Detroit ordinance data and real enforcement activity.
69 violation codes tracked across 12 categories
Administrative
17Property Transfer Registration
Failure to update property registration upon transfer of ownership.
No Certificate of Compliance
Occupying or renting a property without a valid CoC.
97 tickets (30d)No Certificate of Compliance (Subsection A)
Failure to obtain Certificate of Compliance — subsection a.
18 tickets (30d)No Certificate of Compliance (Non-Rental)
Failure to obtain Certificate of Compliance — non-rental property.
2 tickets (30d)No Certificate of Compliance
63 tickets (30d)Emergency Order Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with an emergency or imminent danger order from BSEED.
2 tickets (30d)BSEED Order Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with a BSEED administrative order.
Correction Notice Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with a correction notice within the specified timeframe.
4 tickets (30d)Correction Notice Non-Compliance (Subsection 3)
Failure to comply with correction notice — subsection 3.
Hazard to Occupants / Public Safety
Failure to abate hazard to occupants or public due to condition of building (less than 5 stories).
Vacant Property Registration
Failure to register a vacant building within 30 days of vacancy.
32 tickets (30d)Rental Registration
Failure to register rental property (Landlord Registration).
4 tickets (30d)No Certificate of Compliance
38 tickets (30d)Lead Clearance Missing
Renting a property without a valid lead clearance report.
Lead Clearance — Rental (All Other Structures)
Unlawful rental of property without lead clearance — all other structures except 5+ story buildings.
105 tickets (30d)Lead Inspection / Risk Assessment
Failure to obtain lead inspection or risk assessment for rental property.
14 tickets (30d)Lead Compliance — Rental Property
Failure to comply with lead safety requirements for rental property.
1 tickets (30d)Structural
10Graffiti
Failure to remove graffiti from exterior surfaces.
Failure to Maintain Vacant
Vacant building not secured, boarded, or maintained.
17 tickets (30d)Exterior Maintenance — General
Failure to maintain exterior of property in good repair.
3 tickets (30d)No Building ID
Address numbers missing or not visible.
1 tickets (30d)Interior Maintenance Violation
Failure to maintain interior of building in sanitary and safe condition.
Windows / Glazing Violation
Broken, cracked, or missing window glass or glazing.
1 tickets (30d)Dangerous / Unsafe Conditions
Property conditions creating danger to public health or safety.
Exterior Wall Maintenance
Peeling paint, rotting siding, or missing trim.
Roof and Drainage
Leaking roof or missing gutters causing dampness.
Broken Windows/Glazing
Windows broken or boarded without a permit.
Property Maintenance
9Rodent Harborage
Conditions conducive to rodent harborage on property
2 tickets (30d)Defective Fence / Structure
Defective or deteriorated fence or accessory structure
3 tickets (30d)Defective Fence / Structure (108)
Defective or deteriorated fence or accessory structure (section 108)
1 tickets (30d)Improper Storage
Improper outdoor storage of materials or items
Occupancy — Mechanical/Electrical Non-Compliance
Occupancy of dwelling or building not in compliance with mechanical or electrical equipment facilities requirements.
Heating Facilities — Failure to Provide
Failure to provide mechanical heating facilities as required.
Mechanical Equipment Non-Compliance
Failure to maintain mechanical appliances and equipment in safe working condition.
Graffiti
Graffiti on property per DPD Directive 204.8-3.6 / Sec 8-15-6
Vacant Building Registration
Failure to register vacant building or maintain vacant property
Solid Waste
7Courville Container Storage
Bins left at the curb outside of approved hours (6pm day prior to 9pm collection day).
Illegal Dumping (Bulk)
Accumulation of bulk waste (> 1 cubic yard) without scheduled pickup.
Unauthorized Use of Others' Containers
Depositing domestic or commercial solid waste in containers owned, assigned to, or contracted for by other persons or premises.
4 tickets (30d)Improper Courville Container Placement
Improper placement of Courville container between collections.
11 tickets (30d)Improper Bulk Waste Set-Out
Bulk waste set out improperly or outside approved pickup window.
78 tickets (30d)Rodent Harborage
Conditions promoting rat infestation (rubbish piles, open containers).
Scrap Tires
Storage of tires outdoors.
Environmental
6Large-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.
1 tickets (30d)Commercial Waste Violation
Improper handling or storage of commercial solid waste.
Illegal Dumping (Property Owner Liability)
Allowing solid waste to accumulate on property (owner liability provision).
34 tickets (30d)Illegal Dumping (Fly-Dump)
Illegal dumping or fly-dumping on property
66 tickets (30d)Bulk Waste / Solid Waste
6 tickets (30d)Bulk Waste / Solid Waste
Vehicles
6Commercial Parking in Residential
Parking commercial vehicles or trailers on residential lots.
Commercial Parking in Residential
Lawn Parking
Vehicle parked on unpaved surface / lawn
Lawn Parking (Subsection 3)
Vehicle parked on unpaved surface / lawn (subsection 3)
Inoperable Vehicle
Unlicensed or dismantled vehicle on private property.
Inoperable Vehicle (Subsection A)
Inoperable vehicle stored on property (subsection a)
11 tickets (30d)Dangerous Building
4Dangerous Building — Fire/Wind/Flood Damage
Building damaged by fire, wind, flood, deterioration, or neglect below minimum structural requirements.
Dangerous Building — Structural Failure Risk
Building structure is likely to fall, become detached, or collapse.
1 tickets (30d)Dangerous Building — Vacant/Open to Trespass
Building is vacant, dilapidated, and open at door or window, accessible to trespassers.
Dangerous Building — Public Nuisance
Building constitutes a public nuisance due to conditions attracting trespassers or criminal activity.
Sanitation
3Vegetation
3Zoning
2Snow/Ice
1Public Safety
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