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1. How does code enforcement work?

The Code Enforcement Officer responds to complaints of potential violations relating to such issues as trash, grass, signage, nuisance issues, land use, dumping and other zoning issues just to name a few. The City of Bay City is also a proactive community and patrols every street within the City of Bay City on a bi-weekly basis for any potential code enforcement issues.

2. Are there issues that Code Enforcement does not regulate?

Yes, there are some issues that cannot be resolved by the Code Enforcement Officer. Some examples would be property line disputes and tree branches hanging onto your property. The Code Enforcement Officer also cannot enforcement subdivision covenants or deed restrictions on properties. These types of issues should be handled through an attorney as a civil matter.

3. How do I register a complaint?

A resident can report a complaint by via the following methods: 

Telephone:  (989) 894-8176

Email at [email protected] 

or via our Report a Concern app at this link https://www.baycitymi.org/RequestTracker.aspx 

In person at 301 Washington Avenue, Suite 207, Bay City, Michigan

4. Do I have to leave my name in order to report a potential violation?

No. You do not have to leave your name, address or telephone number in order to report a potential violation.

5. What should I do if I receive a Notice of Violation letter and/or ticket?

Call the Code Enforcement Officer at (989) 894-8176 as soon as possible to discuss the violation and what needs to be completed in order to bring the property into compliance. Additional time can be given if you are making progress on correcting the violation. Same violations may be determined as safety hazards and must be corrected within a timely manner. If you are unwilling to correct the violation or make contact with the Code Enforcement Officer regarding the violation, you may face fines and penalties.