NEWARK, Del. (AP) — Several Newark landlords are suing the city for more than $3 million over rental permit fees they say fill the general fund instead of just helping the city break even on permits and inspections.
via Cecil Whig
Nov 07
Although fines typically are levied against the property owner, if the owner provides a lease proving the tenants are responsible for lawn upkeep, the ticket will be reissued to the tenants, Evans said.
via The State News
Nov 01
Letters to tenants say apartment inspectors will be looking for fire and safety code violations,
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Oct 11
Proposed ordinances to allow towing of cars parked in yards and entry into homes with a court-ordered search warrants stirred a lot of debate, but no official action at the Jacksonville City Council meeting Thursday.
Prior to the public hearing, city attorney Robert Bamburg spoke of “probable cause,” which would entitle code enforcement officers to enter homes. “That right has been with the city for a long time,” he advised the nearly standing-room-only crowd.
via Local News.
