March 18, 2009

Charlotte, NC -- The Code Enforcement Division of Neighborhood & Economic Development will make a work schedule adjustment to expand regular hours of operation from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, beginning April 1. This schedule change will enable code enforcement inspectors to better address neighborhood enforcement issues occurring after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays.

The enforcement categories impacted by the work schedule change include commercial vehicle parking violations, parking on the lawn, signage issues and other zoning enforcement related activities. It does not include housing inspections and the serving of warrants. The extended hours activities (after 5:00 p.m.) will be concentrated in the areas of greatest need.

The extended hours of operations will occur April through September, which corresponds with daylight savings time. Daylight savings time is the most suitable time from an observation and safety standpoint to engage in these inspections and is consistent with statutory limitations on private property inspections after 8:00 p.m.

In addition to the extended Code Enforcement hours, staff will continue special operations for selected activities occurring after 8:00 p.m. and on weekends. These activities include enforcement efforts directed toward mobile food vendor operations, bar/nightclub issues, ABC permitting and sign issues.

Citizens may call 311 if they have an inspection request.