Code Enforcement

The primary mission of the City of Katy Code Enforcement Division is to enforce City Codes and State Laws to ensure that Katy will be a great place to live and work. The Code Officer’s goal is to ensure the health, safety and welfare of our citizens. This is accomplished by public education and working closely with local authorities, business owners and other City departments to bring both residential and commercial properties into code compliance.

The Code Enforcement Division is a “One Stop Shop” for premise code enforcement issues including:

Weeds and Grass
Illegal Dumping on private or public property
Property Maintenance – building, driveway and accessory structure maintenance including fences
Health & Safety – accumulation of trash, stagnant water, brush, debris, tires
Sanitation Issues
Illegal Home Occupations
Zoning Violations
Commercial Signage
Addressing Requirements
Hazardous Materials

Code Enforcement General Procedures

When a code violation is reported the Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) will investigate within 48 hours. Complaints can be relayed by phone, e-mail or in person at Katy City Hall.

If a violation is verified enforcement action is taken. Generally:

Door Hanger notifying property owner/occupant of violation
If violation remains after 7 days a Notice of Violation is issued via Certified mail to both property owner and occupant
If violation remains after compliance deadline the City can abate the violation and issue Municipal Court Citations

All enforcement actions that require enforcement notices are filed according to date, written and issued according to the requirements outlined by state law.

Contact Us:

Download Code Enforcement Complaint Form

E-mail – ckuykendall@cityofkaty.com

Phone – 281-391-4830

In person at 901 Avenue C, Katy Texas 77493

More Code Enforcement Information

Code of Ordinances Link

Frequent Violations Details Link

Violations Handled by other City Departments

Police 281-391-4848