Code Enforcement
Steps Involved In Code Enforcement
- A complaint is received by the City.
- A Code Enforcement Officer will assess and substantiate the complaint. If the complaint is substantiated, the property owner and /or tenant will be provided with a Courtesy Notice. The intent of a courtesy notice or contact is to inform the violator of any violations and provide any information and clarification needed to remediate.
Common Code Violations
The most common code violations in the City of Rocklin are those that are in public view. While there are many possible code violations, there are some that occur more frequently than others. Below is a list of the most common code violations in the City of Rocklin. You can view the City of Rocklin Municipal Codes here.
Construction Noise Guidelines
The City of Rocklin has established a noise policy on all construction projects within or near residential areas:
- No noise on WEEKDAYS before 7 a.m. or after 7 p.m.
- No noise on WEEKENDS before 8 a.m. or after 7 p.m.
Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in an issuance of a Stop Work Order.
Portable Play Equipment Guidelines
When it comes to portable play equipment like basketball hoops, skateboard ramps, and other equipment, the City of Rocklin tries very hard to maintain a balance between safety and recreational availability. All play equipment on city property must conform to Chapter 12.04 of the Rocklin Municipal Code.
Property Maintenance
Homeowners, tenants and landlords are responsible for
maintaining safe, clean, and attractive properties.
Code Compliance fines may be avoided by properly maintaining
a property.
Click here for more information on property maintenance responsibilities.
RV Parking Guidelines
The City of Rocklin has developed a proactive program for recreational vehicle parking violations. RVs, trailers, boats and campers must be stored in a garage, a commercial storage facility, or on a solid surface (on private residential property, outside of the front and street side yard setbacks). For information on setback locations for your property, please contact the Planning Division at (916) 625-5160.
Concrete Coverage Limits
Residents planning landscaping renovations should be aware of new City guidelines that cap the use of impermeable surfaces in front yard and street side yard setback areas at a maximum of 60%.
Abandoned Shopping Carts
Pursuant to Section 8.35.070 of the City of Rocklin Municipal Code, every owner who allows or intends to allow the use of carts outside the building of a business shall develop and implement a specific plan to prevent customers from removing carts from the business premises. This plan shall be submitted to the City’s Director of Economic and Community Development for approval. The Abandoned Cart Prevention plan must include the following elements at a minimum.
Code Enforcement
Report an ordinance violation to Code Enforcement:
Online:
Access Rocklin is an easy way
to send your questions, complaints and compliments directly to
the City staff person who can help you.
By Phone:
Call Code Enforcement at 916.625.5498 to report an ordinance
violation.
Please remember to include detailed information, including an exact address and description of the problem.