Does the Housing Code apply to all Residential Structures in Sanford Regardless of Age?

Yes, the Housing Code applies to all residential structures in the City of Sanford even though they were built prior to the Code's adoption. The Housing code also pertains to residential structures, which have been or will be annexed into the city.

Who Enforces the Housing Code?

The Code Enforcement Supervisor

What are the powers and duties of the Code Enforcement Supervisor?

The Code Enforcement Supervisor is authorized to exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient or carry out and effectuate the purpose and provisions of the Minimum Housing Code.

The Code Enforcement Supervisor has the following powers and duties:

To enter on premises for the purpose of examination, inspection and survey, at all reasonable times, to determine fitness for habitation.

When permission to inspect a dwelling or its premises is denied, the Code Enforcement Supervisor must obtain a warrant to conduct inspections.

To take action with appropriate departments and agencies, public and private, as may be necessary to effect rehabilitation of housing that is deteriorated.

To keep a record of the results of inspections made and an inventory of those dwellings that do not meet the minimum standard of fitness.

To examine, witnesses, and receive evidence.

How are Minimum Housing Cases initiated?

· Complaints from citizens

· Referrals from other City departments

· Observation by the Code Enforcement Supervisor