Description
Title: Code Enforcement Outreach and Education
Summary
The document provides an update on the activities of the Property Maintenance and Code Enforcement (PMCE) within the City of Richmond, highlighting its role in ensuring community health, safety, and welfare. In 2025, PMCE initiated 7,301 new code cases and issued 4,366 Notices of Violation (NOVs) for various issues, including defective maintenance, environmental concerns, and unsafe structures. The department successfully closed 7,222 cases, including issuing 80 demolition permits and abating 111 properties, with a total abatement cost of $35,175. Additionally, PMCE identified and added 215 vacant buildings to its list, addressing community blight. The enforcement efforts involved collaboration among multiple city departments, emphasizing a proactive