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
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:
- A violation notice issued via regular mail to both property owner and occupant
- If violation remains after 10 business 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
Frequent Violations Details Link
Violations Handled by other City Departments
Police 281-391-4848
- Vehicles creating traffic hazard
- Parking
- Loud music, noise
- Junk vehicles
- Animal complaints (barking dogs etc.)
- Illegal burning
- Suspected fire hazards
- Construction, Building and Remodeling without a permit