Common Code Violations
Ordinances
The Nassau County Code Enforcement Department enforces the following violation types. You may also view all County Ordinances.
Ordinance 2003-17
Material that could be considered a health or safety issue may not accumulate on property. This includes trash, litter, debris, or junk, such as:
- Discarded furniture
- Abandoned appliances or similar items
- Abandoned vehicles and/or unserviceable vehicles
- General nuisances affecting public health (i.e., stagnant water in which mosquitoes breed)
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- Overgrown grass / weeds
- Accumulation of tires
- Mechanical equipment
- Obstructing drainage or watercourses (unlawful for any person to obstruct drains or ditches within the County)
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Ordinance 2009-04
Building permit required - For construction, repairs, or alterations, you must obtain the necessary permits.
Ordinance 97-19
- Zoning Code
- Permitted uses and structure
- More than one principal structure
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- Conditional use
- Swimming pool enclosure
- Parking, storage, or use of major recreational equipment
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Ordinance 2000-26
- Maintenance of structures - The structures must not constitute a public nuisance. Property owners are responsible for the maintenance of their property to insure the safety, health, and property values.
- Dilapidated structures
- Abandoned property
Ordinance 99-17
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- Mining and borrow pit operation
- Right of way obstruction
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Ordinance 2002-62
Agricultural stand permits are required to sell unprocessed agricultural product:
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Ordinance 2007-25
Outdoor sales permits are required:
- Temporary permits for 30 days per calendar year
- Permits are issued by Growth Management 90 days in advance of the event
Ordinance 89-1
Signs - Signage may not be placed in any right of way:
- This protects motorists from unduly distracting signs that could cause unsafe conditions
- Signs attached to any tree, shrub, utility pole, or street light are prohibited
Ordinance 2002-29
Billboards