Code Enforcement & Community Preservation

The Code Enforcement Division of the City of Emeryville works to ensure that residential and commercial properties throughout the city are maintained in a safe, sanitary and orderly condition. Our goal is to protect the health, safety, and quality of life for all residents, businesses and visitors by enforcing the Emeryville Municipal Code, housing, and property maintenance codes...

What We Do

Code Enforcement is responsible for investigating complaints and addressing violations related to:

• Substandard housing and unsafe living conditions
• Property maintenance issues (e.g., mold, leaks, broken windows)
• Vacant or abandoned structures
• Overgrown vegetation and public nuisances
• Graffiti
• Tobacco Retail License enforcement
• Smoking Pollution enforcement
• Zoning violations

Please note: Complaints regarding illegal construction or unpermitted work (such as unauthorized remodeling, electrical, or plumbing work) should be reported to the Building Inspection request line at (510) 596-4315

How to Report a Concern

For suspected illegal construction or unpermitted work, please contact the Building Inspection Request Line at (510) 596-4315.

All complaints are confidential to the extent allowed by law.