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Rowlett reviews code enforcement data and proposes staffing boost for rental and commercial enforcement
Summary
City staff reviewed code-enforcement trends since 2020, described an increase in complaints and violations and the transfer of single-family rental inspections to Code in February, and proposed adding one position focused on rental inspections and commercial enforcement to address capacity and responsiveness.
Neighborhood Services staff gave an extended review of code-enforcement responsibilities and data starting in October 2020, noting a rise in total violations and complaints (with seasonal peaks in spring). Staff said the single-family rental inspection program moved to Code in February and that inspections are now more thorough, which contributed to a spike in recorded inspections and workload.
The presentation listed the most common violations (signs, yard maintenance, bandit signs and…
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