Code Violations & Enforcement
The City of Liberty codes are intended to benefit everyone while making our neighborhoods safe, strong and attractive. Compliance with standards can reduce vandalism, deter crime, maintain property values and prevent deterioration of your neighborhood. Code Enforcement invites all citizens to actively participate in improving their neighborhoods and community. To report a Code Enforcement violation, please email the city at codecompliance@cityofliberty.org.
| Code Violation | Description | Photo Example |
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| High Grass & Weeds | Grass and weeds exceeding 12 inches in height is a violation. Property owners are responsible for keeping their lawns mowed to the roadway. |  |
| Junked Vehicles | A junked vehicle is defined as vehicle that is self-propelled and does not have lawfully attached to it: An unexpired license plate; A valid motor vehicle inspection certificate; Wrecked, dismantled or partially dismantled or discarded; or Inoperable and has remained inoperable for more than 72 consecutive hours, if the vehicle is on public property; or 30 consecutive days if the vehicle is on private property. |  |
| Unclean Premises | Properties shall be kept free of unsightly accumulation of garbage and/or junk, which is likely to become unsanitary, offensive or likely to create disease. |  |
| Illegal Dumping | Dumping of tires, trash and other such debris is a great concern for all our communities and neighborhoods. Dispose of tires and trash in a lawful manner. |  |
| Stagnant Water | Stagnant pool water can pose serious health risks. Stagnant swimming pool water should be drained into the sanitary sewer system, not the storm drains. Be sure to remove standing water from your property to help avoid mosquito infestation and other health concerns. |  |
Premises Identification (Sec. 3.14.002)
| All buildings in the City of Liberty are required to have an address posted on the building so that it is visible from the street. |  |
Building without a Permit (Sec. 3.01.001)
| Prior to beginning a project. It is the owner's and the contractor's responsibility that they are registered with the City of Liberty, have all project supporting documents and secured permits for completion. |
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Unsafe or Dangerous Buildings
| It is the property owner's responsibility to maintain the property to the minimum International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) standards. |  |
Signs on Utility Poles (Sec. 3.09.003)
| Any other sign placed on a utility pole in the public right-of-way in violation of this article shall be deemed a public nuisance and may be seized by the code official or his/her designee, and the person owning or placing the sign may be charged both with a violation of this article and with the cost of removing and disposing of the sign. |  |
RVs & Trailers (Sec. 3.08.128)
| Recreational vehicles may be placed at an owner's residence for storage purposes only, provided that the RV is placed in a side yard, rear year or an approved driveway that is able to accommodate two (2) additional 4-wheeled motor vehicles. |  |
