Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Department seeks resolution of code violations in the unincorporated areas of the county. Code Enforcement is not allowed to take anonymous complaints. All complaints must be accompanied by a name, address, and phone number per state statute.

Access Code Enforcement Portal

Assistance to Other Departments

Code Enforcement also works closely with the Building Department on such cases as unpermitted building, expired permits, and new mobile home inspections. The department works with the Planning Department with issues such as unpermitted signs, illegal tree cutting, posting notices of public hearings, and many other land development code issues they may have.

Additionally, Code Enforcement helps the Growth Management engineer with issues such as encroachment of rights of way and unpermitted work in rights of way.

Top Five Code Enforcement Violations

  • Working without a building permit
  • 2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) Section 111.1
  • Illegal signs
  • Litter
  • Encroachment of wetlands

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate reviews and rules on active code enforcement cases within Flagler County as a means to seek compliance.

Meeting Information: Meets 1st Wednesday of the Month @ 1:00 p.m. 

Meeting Location: Government Services Building, Board Chambers, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 2, Bunnell, FL 32110

FAQs

If I make a complaint will my name go on record?

Yes, in accordance with the Sunshine Law, all complaints are public record including the person's name filing the complaint.

Do you look at other properties other than the one that was reported?

Yes, when a complaint is filed about one property our inspectors look at the entire neighborhood for violations.

Does my construction need a permit?

Probably. A good rule of thumb is prior to any construction call Central Permitting at 386-313-4003 to ascertain if a permit is required.

What do Code Enforcement Officers enforce?

The Code Enforcement Officers enforce violations with the county's code found on the outside of the home. Flagler County Building Inspectors enforce building codes. Code Enforcement also enforces the Land Development Codes dealing with zoning violations.

What is Flagler County's policy on signs?

Flagler County has a sign ordinance that is strictly enforced. The ordinance specifies sizes, defines types of signs and outlines the prohibited uses.