Standards and codes are established with one primary purpose: to protect human life and property. Many of these guidelines were created as reactions to past disasters, serving as preventive measures ...

That tall privacy fence blocking prying neighbor eyes might be blocking more than you intended – your compliance with local height regulations. Front yard fences are often limited to a lower height - ...

Bathroom renovations can seem straightforward, but many homeowners unknowingly create code violations that later cost thousands to fix. Simple changes that appear harmless often trigger safety ...

Covington's Homeowner Repair Program helps pay for urgent repairs like a leaky roof. It’s a letter no homeowner wants to receive: A notice from the city building inspector of a code violation on your ...

Update: Tal Levi has denied most of the allegations against him in this lawsuit. He denied any willful neglect, indifference, refusal to remedy violations and the city’s stance that properties are in ...

Beginning Oct. 1, the city of Milton will step up enforcement of codes regarding proper storage of derelict, abandoned and inoperable vehicles. The city will also address other common violations such ...