Structural

Detroit Violation 8-15-201(a): Exterior Maintenance — General

Failure to maintain exterior of property in good repair.

Fine Schedule

1st Offense

$100

2nd Offense

$200

3rd Offense

$500

How to Fight This Ticket

Take before-and-after timestamped photos showing the exterior has been repaired, painted, or otherwise brought into compliance.

Resolution Strategy

Exterior Repair + Photo Documentation

Dismissal Approach

I have completed repairs to the exterior of the property to bring it into compliance with the maintenance code. Before-and-after photographs documenting the corrected conditions are attached as Exhibit A.

Evidence Required

Timestamped photographic evidence of compliance is required for dismissal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Detroit violation code 8-15-201(a)?

Failure to maintain exterior of property in good repair.

How do I fight a 8-15-201(a) ticket in Detroit?

Take before-and-after timestamped photos showing the exterior has been repaired, painted, or otherwise brought into compliance.

How do I get a 8-15-201(a) violation dismissed?

The recommended approach is: I have completed repairs to the exterior of the property to bring it into compliance with the maintenance code. Before-and-after photographs documenting the corrected conditions are attached as Exhibit A.. Resolution involves: Exterior Repair + Photo Documentation.

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