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CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the Code Compliance Department is to protect property owners’ investment and promote
public health, safety and welfare of the community; and where violations occur, work with our citizens to
achieve compliance through efficient and fair processes.

Department at a Glance

The Code Compliance Department is responsible for executing the enforcement of City ordinances in an
effort to foster a healthy and attractive city. The Code Compliance Department includes a supervisor, two
officers, one administrator and one volunteer coordinator. The Code Compliance budget increased 5.14%
due to a merit increase and safety equipment for code enforcement vehicles.

Key Goals and Objectives

Goal 1
Develop a comprehensive rental inspection program.

Objectives:
• Ensure adequate maintenance of rental units through periodic inspections.
• Improve quality of life for rental tenants.
• Maintain and improve property values of rental properties in Mansfield.

Goal 2
Implement Community Outreach Program.

Objectives:
• Increase voluntary compliance through education of property owners.
• Develop rapport with Homeowners Associations (HOA) and neighborhood organizations through
community cookouts in neighborhoods.
• Improve public relations through community events in neighborhoods.

Goal 3
Reduce the Number of Dangerous Structures.

Objectives:
• Identify and log all dangerous structures.
• Prioritize dangerous structures by severity of dilapidation.
• Work with property owners to gain voluntary compliance, thereby reducing the number of forced
demolitions.

Performance Objectives
• Implement a program to inspect and address violations of rental properties.
• Reduce the number of citizen complaints by creating an outreach program.
• Decrease the number of dangerous structures in the city.

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