Health & Sanitation
HEALTH CODES

HEALTH CODES VIOLATIONS

Violations of City of Jackson Health Codes are related to exterior unsanitary conditions related to property, maintenance of vacant lots, and the improper handling of refuse. This includes debris on private property, unkempt lawns and lots, and unauthorized accumulations of garbage or refuse.

HEALTH CODES ENFORCEMENT POLICIES

The enforcement plan is as follows:

The property owner is contacted by telephone or in person if possible to explain the existing health codes violation.

A letter is then sent notifying the property owner allowing five days for compliance.

If compliance is not achieved within a reasonable time frame, necessary legal action will be taken as a last resort.

The City Court Judge may assess fines as high as $500 court cost and require the responsible party to comply with the Health Codes.

Following proper notification, the city may make necessary arrangements for clean up and assess the cost to the property owner.