Code Compliance

Responsibilities

Code compliance means ensuring that:

  • Business and residential properties are in compliance
  • City of New Berlin municipal zoning codes and ordinances are being followed
  • Construction sites comply with and maintain erosion control measures
  • Zoning permits are followed

Complaints

The code compliance specialist investigates zoning code complaints and pursues violations with violation letters, stop work orders, or citations. For a complaint to be investigated, the code compliance specialist needs the following information:

  • Address or location of where the suspected violation is occurring
  • Complainant’s name, phone number, and/or address
  • Description of the problem

Common Code Violations

New Berlin's Top Ten Code Violations

For More Information

View the New Berlin Municipal Code to find information about specific city regulations. Contact the Community Development Department at (262) 797-2445 ext 2249 with any questions or to report a concern.