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The Planning Division is responsible for the enforcement of Title 9, Land Use Ordinance and State law for the unincorporated areas of the Imperial County. The goal of the Code Enforcement Division is to work with residents and businesses to preserve and imporve the community throughout the unincorporated areas of Imperial County while educating the public, encouraging voluntary compliance and pursuing legal remedies when necessary.

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The County’s Code Enforcement staff is dedicated to working together with residents and businesses to eliminate blight and unsightly conditions. Common Code issues include: dangerous or substandard buildings, over excavations, unpermitted businesses, zoning violations, construction or grading without permits, inoperative or abandoned vehicles, and excessive outside storage. The Division strives for compliance within 30 to 60 days, however, time frames will vary on a case by case basis due to the violation type, owner’s response, legal processes and other variables.

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Code Enforcement is responsible for enforcing City Municipal Codes and certain State codes which address public health and safety, property maintenance regulations dealing with rubbish, debris, overgrown yards/vegetation, lack of landscaping, unpermitted construction, unsecured vacant buildings, dilapidated fences and walls, inoperable abandoned vehicles on private property, and other public nuisance conditions; zoning regulations that include illegal uses, home based businesses, business license regulations and unpermitted signs. Enforcement actions are taken proactively and in response to citizen complaints and requests for action by other City departments and outside public agencies. Code enforcement regulations help preserve Calexico’s unique charm and character. When properties are left in a state of disrepair or are not maintained, the aesthetic value of not only the property itself, but also that of the City as a whole is affected. Participation by all community members to properly maintain their property is important and ultimately benefits everyone.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources