The Code Enforcement Division of the City of Edmonds enforces regulations within the Edmonds City Code and the Community Development Code, through a complaint-generated system.
Click to submit an online request for code enforcement
If you would like to mail your request in use the code enforcement action form
What to report
- Development without permits
- Building, structures or uses in required setback areas
- Clearing, filling or grading in a critical area (steep slope or shoreline)
- Unauthorized home occupations or commercial activities in a residential zone
- Signs established without a permit
- Tree removal without a permit
- Garbage, litter, debris and appliances on private property
- Junk Vehicles on private property
Please note that the City does not involve in resolving civil issues such as property line disputes, hazardous trees on adjacent properties, or tenant / landlord disputes.
What happens once a complaint is filed
The Code Enforcement Inspector investigates complaints, educates citizens and works to resolve issues and achieve code compliance. If a violation occurs, the inspector will try to resolve it first through education, voluntary compliance and/or negotiation. If this proves unproductive, formal civil enforcement proceedings may begin.