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How to understand your tag
After receiving a Code Enforcement Violation tag, you should take some time to read and understand your violation. The top portion of your tag should list the date the tag was issued, which officer issued the tag, and your address. The tag may also include a Report Number, or RN which refers to your case’s unique law enforcement designation number.
Below this information is a very important section. This section provides the date which the violation must be corrected. These dates vary but are traditionally 3-10 days after the date listed on the tag. This is one of the most important pieces of information on the tag.
The last section of the tag is the violation section. Look at your tag and location which violation has been marked. The violation and the corresponding municipal code are listed. If you have additional questions, or would like clarification about the code, the links for the applicable municipal codes are listed below.
Research the City ordinance
For information about the listed code enforcement violation, please refer to the City’s Municipal Code. These codes list each violation and are numbered. You may search these documents using the “Find” function for key words or for the municipal code number.
The codes will provide specific information about the violation and the acceptable level for each code. The homeowner is responsible for ensuring compliance with all City of La Vista’s Municipal Codes.
If, after your research you have additional questions, please contact the La Vista Police Department’s Code Enforcement Officer for additional information.
Follow-up
After a tag has been issued, the Code Enforcement Officer will conduct a reinspection at or after the listed date. This reinspection is to evaluate your compliance with the listed violation. You, the homeowner, or occupant may not be aware of this reinspection.
If you have corrected the listed violation, and do not receive additional communication with the Code Enforcement Office you may consider your violation closed without further enforcement. If, during the reinspection, violations have not been resolved, your case will be forwarded for additional enforcement action.
- How do I pay my ticket?
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All fines related to the code enforcement process must be paid at City Hall during normal business hours.
I received a citation in the mail from Code Compliance, what should I do?
The letter included with the citation will explain why the citation was sent out. Normally it means that a violation was not corrected within the allotted time given. If you receive a citation, you should correct the violation as soon as possible. If you have any questions, you can contact Code Enforcement at 402-331-1582.
- I just received a violation, what do I do?
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If you have received a violation tag, please see the “Violator” section.
- What do I do about the lien on my house?
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If a violator refuses to address their violations, the Code Enforcement Officer will take steps to ensure compliance. The homeowner(s) will receive a certified letter or first-class mail that shall be conspicuous to its importance requesting compliance, identifying a final date, and providing a notice of a City of La Vista clean up. This clean up, conducted by the City of La Vista Public Works is not free, and incurs heavy fees and penalties. During the abatement process, the City of La Vista may elect to place a lien on your property to ensure payment for the City clean up.
Liens are a last resort during the abatement process. The goal of any code enforcement interaction is to gain voluntary compliance and return your property into good standing. If the homeowner addresses their violation during the initial phase of the investigation, no fees will be assessed.
- Where did my vehicle get towed?
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Traditionally, vehicles are towed:
Sarpy County Impound Lot
14242 S 156th St, Springfield, NE 68059
402-253-2590
Before removing your vehicle from impound, you must have proof of ownership (vehicle registration), proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid driver’s license. Any fees associated with your vehicle’s tow including any City of La Vista Tickets, must be paid prior to removing your vehicle. You may contact the Tow Lot or La Vista City Hall via phone during normal business hours for any additional questions.
- What happens if I don't correct the violation?
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The goal of Code Enforcement is voluntary compliance. We ask each of our valued community members to do their part in keep our city and community an attractive place to live. The code enforcement process is a necessary part of that goal.
After receiving a tag, you will be given a number of days to move back into compliance. Please utilize this time to make plans and execute on the necessary code enforcement changes required.
If you fail to comply within the listed timeframe, additional, punitive measures may be taken. These measures are all documented in the Code Enforcement Manual. These measures are paid for by the homeowner to tenant and can be very costly.
If you have questions about your code enforcement violations, or the steps necessary to return to compliance, please contact the Code Enforcement Officer at your convenience.
- How do I get my property back?
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During the abatement process, the City of La Vista may elect to conduct a cleaning of your property. Some of this property may be retained by City of La Vista Public Works. Other items identified as trash will be immediately thrown away. There may be an additional cost associated with storage and return of your property.