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Ojai council approves broader proactive code compliance, including inoperable vehicles and arcade signage education

5948733 · October 15, 2025
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Council unanimously (with one abstention) directed staff to expand proactive code enforcement to inoperable vehicles, unpermitted construction and Arcade Plaza/Arcade signage and to run an educational forum before a 90‑day compliance period.

The council voted Oct. 8 to direct staff to implement broader proactive code compliance activities covering inoperable vehicles, unpermitted construction activity and Arcade/Arcade Plaza signage, outdoor displays and outdoor dining. Staff said the city’s code program has historically been complaint‑driven and that proactive enforcement (already in place for short‑term rentals and gas‑powered lawn equipment) reduced violations.

Principal planner Maura Macaluso and code compliance staff recommended a three‑step approach: (1) an educational public forum…

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