The Code Enforcement Process
The Code Enforcement process begins when a Code Enforcement officer observes a violation; a citizen calls in a complaint; a letter or online complaint is received; or other county departments or entities make a complaint, initiating the process. All complaints are investigated and verified by a Code Enforcement officer and if a violation exists, the officer will take further action toward obtaining voluntary compliance.

Warning Notices:
When code violations are verified to exist, a written warning may be left at the violation site, hand delivered or mailed to a violator or property owner. The warning explains the type of violation(s) that exist and specifies a certain number of days given for the violation to be corrected to comply with Forsyth County codes. Failure to correct violations within the specified time period may result in the violator(s) being issued a civil citation to appear in Magistrate Court for each violation.
Residents should call the Code Enforcement Office at 678.513.5854 with any questions.  A re-inspection of the property will take place to determine if the violation(s) have been corrected.

Enforcement Action:
If a violator or property owner does not meet compliance, a civil citation to appear in Forsyth County Magistrate Court will be issued. A Magistrate Court judge may impose a fine of up to $1,000 for failure to correct code violations.