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(GFCI) protection when located in bathrooms; by kitchen counters; by wet bar sinks, on the exterior of the structure or dwelling, or within 20 feet of the inside wall of an indoor swimming pool, fountain or hot tub. #5: Window Violations Otherwise known as: A broken window is your power company’s best friend. Hillsborough County Code states that every habitable room of a dwelling must have at least one window, skylight or glass door facing directly outdoors. Windows must open and close freely and be in good repair and weather-tight. #6: Improper Use: Commercial Vehicles Otherwise known as: When bringing your work home gets out of hand! Hillsborough County Code states that trucks or trailers with the capacity of more than one ton and made by the manufacturer to be used for commercial use are not allowed to be parked in residential districts. Hillsborough County Code states that grass and weeds higher than 10 inches in height within 200 feet of any building, recreational area or street right-of-way is not allowed. #3: Inoperable Vehicles Otherwise known as: Uncle Larry’s “classic” truck (motor not included). Hillsborough County Code states that inoperable vehicles may not be kept in residential districts. It refers to any vehicle that is in an abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, scrapped, junked or partially-dismantled condition, which includes having uninflated tires, no wheels, or lacking other parts necessary for the normal operation of the vehicle. Additionally, this includes any vehicle that, because of mechanical defects, a wrecked or partially wrecked frame, or dismantled parts, cannot be operated in a normal and safe manner. #4: Lack of or Improper Use of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Outlets Otherwise known as: ...Just another treatment for shock. Hillsborough County Code states that electrical outlets need ground fault circuit interrupter Hillsborough County’s Top Code Enforcement Violations In 2007, the Hillsborough County Code Enforcement Department addressed more than 18,000 new code violations in unincorporated Hillsborough County, citing a variety of community standards, public health and public safety issues. These violations can lead to fines, and in extreme cases, foreclosure. They also affect the appearance and safety of our community. To help you learn more, Code Enforcement put together a list of the most common violations that were cited last year and an explanation of the Code or Ordinance that they relate to. #1: Accumulations Otherwise known as: Not enough room in the house or garage, so it stays where it lays. Hillsborough County Code states that it is a public nuisance for any owner or occupant to allow the accumulation, abandonment or storage of trash, rubbish or junk on private or public property. These conditions affect public health and result in dangerous and unsanitary conditions. #2: Overgrown Conditions Otherwise known as: ....Hippy property.... in need of a trim. #7: Fence Violations Otherwise known as: Letting your neighbors know that the grass is not always greener on the other side. Hillsborough County Code states that fences may not exceed four feet in the “required” front yard, or six feet on the side and rear yard. It must be constructed of materials that are consistent with the neighborhood and of commonly-used materials (no scrap metal or other offensive material). Barbed wire or other material which may inflict pain or injury are not allowed in residential zones. #8: Improper Storage of Vehicle Parts Otherwise known as: Parts that belong on Uncle Larry’s “classic” truck laying all around the yard. *Refer to violation #3. Hillsborough County Code states that automobile, truck, boat or aircraft parts which are stored outside, exposed to the elements, and not otherwise under a roof, are not allowed in residential districts.
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(GFCI) protection when located in bathrooms; by kitchen counters; by wet bar sinks, on the exterior of the structure or dwelling, or within 20 feet of the inside wall of an indoor swimming pool, fountain or hot tub.
#5: Window ViolationsOtherwise known as: A broken window is your power company’s best friend.
Hillsborough County Code states that every habitable room of a dwelling must have at least one window, skylight or glass door facing directly outdoors. Windows must open and close freely and be in good repair and weather-tight.
#6: Improper Use: Commercial Vehicles
Otherwise known as: When bringing your work home gets out of hand!Hillsborough County Code states that trucks or trailers with the capacity of more than one ton and made by the manufacturer to be used for commercial use are not allowed to be parked in residential districts.
Hillsborough County Code states that grass and weeds higher than 10 inches in height within 200 feet of any building, recreational area or street right-of-way is not allowed.
#3: Inoperable VehiclesOtherwise known as: Uncle Larry’s “classic” truck (motor not included).
Hillsborough County Code states that inoperable vehicles may not be kept in residential districts. It refers to any vehicle that is in an abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, scrapped, junked or partially-dismantled condition, which includes having uninflated tires, no wheels, or lacking other parts necessary for the normal operation of the vehicle. Additionally, this includes any vehicle that, because of mechanical defects, a wrecked or partially wrecked frame, or dismantled parts, cannot be operated in a normal and safe manner.
#4: Lack of or Improper Use of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Outlets
Otherwise known as: ...Just another treatment for shock.Hillsborough County Code states that electrical outlets need ground fault circuit interrupter
Hillsborough County’s Top Code Enforcement Violations
In 2007, the Hillsborough County Code Enforcement Department addressed
more than 18,000 new code violations in unincorporated Hillsborough County, citing a variety of community standards, public health
and public safety issues. These violations can lead to fines, and in extreme cases,
foreclosure. They also affect the appearance and safety of our community.
To help you learn more, Code Enforcement put together a list of the most common violations
that were cited last year and an explanation of the Code or Ordinance that they relate to.
#1: Accumulations Otherwise known as: Not enough room in the house or garage, so it stays where it lays.
Hillsborough County Code states that it is a public nuisance for any owner or occupant to allow the accumulation, abandonment or storage of trash, rubbish or junk on private or public property. These conditions affect public health and result in dangerous and unsanitary conditions.
#2: Overgrown ConditionsOtherwise known as: ....Hippy property....in need of a trim.
#7: Fence ViolationsOtherwise known as: Letting your neighbors know that the grass is not always greener on the other side.
Hillsborough County Code states that fences may not exceed four feet in the “required” front yard, or six feet on the side and rear yard. It must be constructed of materials that are consistent with the neighborhood and of commonly-used materials (no scrap metal or other offensive material). Barbed wire or other material which may inflict pain or injury are not allowed in residential zones.
#8: Improper Storage of Vehicle Parts
Otherwise known as: Parts that belong on Uncle Larry’s “classic” truck laying all around the yard. *Refer to violation #3.Hillsborough County Code states that automobile, truck, boat or aircraft parts which are stored outside, exposed to the elements, and not otherwise under a roof, are not allowed in residential districts.
#9: Entryway Light ViolationsOtherwise known as: Uncle Larry’s bug zapper.
Hillsborough County Code states that fixtures, receptacles, equipment and wiring shall be installed, maintained, and connected to the source of electrical power and according to the Electrical Code and the manufacturer’s specifications.
#10: Outside/Open Storage Violations
Otherwise known as: Weathered equipment may be decorator chic, but not everyone’s style.Hillsborough County Code states that the storage of materials, supplies, merchandise, equipment and commercial vehicles outside of a building is not allowed in residential districts.
#11: Interior Wall ViolationsOtherwise known as: “Walls falling down,” great for a jail break, bad for your home!Hillsborough County Code requires interior walls to be kept free from infestation, in good repair, and shall be capable of supporting the load
Hillsborough County Code states that fixtures,
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More Information About Code Enforcement
The Hillsborough County Code Enforcement Department enforces the
County’s Minimum Code, which covers the minimum requirements for a safe home,
and has responsibility for the enforcement of the Land Development Code, which provides for the organized development and continued maintenance of existing land uses. The department investigates
community standard complaints on issues such as inoperable vehicles, rat infestations, trash on lots, and high grass on vacant lots. In addition, they enforce several ordinances
and regulations, such as the Graffiti Ordinance and the
Security Alarm Ordinance.
which normal use may cause. In addition, they shall be free of peeling, flaking, chipping or chalking paint.
#12: Lack of Smoke DetectorsOtherwise known as: Relying on your dog or cat to wake you if there is a fire in your house (not a good idea).Hillsborough County Code states that operational smoke detectors are required outside all bedroom doors within a reasonable distance, and be mounted in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
#13: Bakers Dozen - Signs in the Right-of-Way
Otherwise known as: Uncle Larry’s ad agency.Hillsborough County Code states that the only
signs allowed to be placed in the public rights-of-way are signs installed by Hillsborough County, bench signs, and signs authorized to be placed on transit shelters. Any other sign located upon, within or otherwise encroaching upon the public rights-of-way of Hillsborough County shall be subject to immediate removal by the County.
Board of County Commissioners
Department of Code Enforcement10119 Windhorst Rd., Tampa, Florida 33619
(813) 274-6600
www.hillsboroughcounty.org/hcce
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