Happy code enforcement conference season! February kicks off a number of code enforcement conferences and industry expos around the country. Trade shows and industry or
In previous posts, we’ve talked about external drivers for urban redevelopment. (Check out how high-profile political meetings and mega-sporting events can accelerate change.) External forces
From litter to illegal dumping, solid waste management is a big and complex issue impacting community health, environmental sustainability, and city budgets. Dilapidated buildings, littered
To some, the pandemic may feel like a distant memory, but to many states and municipalities, there are still funding sources available related to pandemic relief.
September is a busy time… back to school, Labor Day celebrations, and National Preparedness Month. National Preparedness Month is a month-long national campaign organized and sponsored by FEMA.
Municipal Code Enforcement Departments play a crucial role in maintaining safe, thriving communities.
The 1982 Broken Windows Theory has been debunked by two large-scale criminology studies in the past two decades.
Code enforcement may not always seem financially attractive, but its role in shaping communities and driving economic growth cannot be understated.
There is often tension between funding code enforcement activities or funding beautification projects.
The HUD Choice Neighborhood Grant program provides funding to communities to revitalize neighborhoods and requires a lot of data to apply. Learn how to use data in your grant application.