Code Violations in Cincinnati, OH

Research Cincinnati, OH building and housing code-enforcement records. Search an address and monitor it for newly collected matching public records.

ViolationNet is tracking 22,280 building and housing code violations in Cincinnati, OH, including 13,773 currently open and 238 in the feed's 7-day record count.

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Sourced from official Cincinnati code-enforcement records · Newest retained record date Nov 08, 2026 · How we source this data

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22,280 Total Violations
13,773 Open Violations
238 7-Day Record Count
11,475 Properties Affected
1.9 Avg per Property

Violation Types

Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint
11,336
Code Enforcement - Buildings With Reside...
5,074
Trash/litter/tall Grass Cleaning
2,233
Zoning Code Enforcement - Residential Us...
1,063
Code Enforcement - Commercial Buildings
570

Recent Violations

Address Type Date Status
32 Colerain Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 CLOS-CIT
2872 Montana Av Code Enforcement - Buildings With Residences Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
6615 Beechmont Av Code Enforcement - Buildings With Residences Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
4543 W Mitchell Av Code Enforcement - Buildings With Residences Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
14 W North Bend Rd Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
237 Calhoun St Zoning Code Enforcement - Commercial Uses Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
677 Riddle Rd Abandoned Vehicle Code Enforcement Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
4245 Eastern Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
2748 Enslin St Code Enforcement - Buildings With Residences Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
2515 Kipling Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 CLOS-CIT
677 Riddle Rd Abandoned Vehicle Code Enforcement Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
916 Main St Code Enforcement - Commercial Buildings Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
4776 Eastern Av Code Enforcement - Graffiti Nov 09, 2026 INTAKE
1619 John St Abandoned Vehicle Code Enforcement Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
543 Virgil Rd Code Enforcement - Buildings With Residences Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
4852 Yarmouth Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case
2614 Colerain Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 CLOS-CIT
926 Fairbanks Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Cleaning Nov 09, 2026 New
2273 Schoedinger Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Cleaning Nov 09, 2026 New
3123 Ramona Av Trash/litter/tall Grass Complaint Nov 09, 2026 Intake - New Case

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How Code Enforcement Works in Cincinnati, OH

Code enforcement in Cincinnati is managed by the Buildings & Inspections Department - Property Maintenance Division. You can report violations or check the status of existing cases through their official portal.

  • Department: Buildings & Inspections Department - Property Maintenance Division
  • Report a Violation: Call 311
  • Common Violation Types: Tenant complaints about poor housing conditions, Neighbor complaints of commercial/residential blight, Zoning violations and illegal land use, Insects/rodent infestation, Doors/steps in poor condition, defective gutters
  • Typical Resolution Timeline: Emergency: 7 days | Standard: 30 days | Non-hazardous: 30 days

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Frequently Asked Questions About Code Violations in Cincinnati, OH

How do I check for code violations at my property in Cincinnati?

Search your Cincinnati address on ViolationNet to view any reported violations. You can also contact the Buildings & Inspections Department at 513-352-3275 or call 311 to inquire about your property's violation status.

What happens if I have an open code violation in Cincinnati?

A violation notice is mailed to the owner's address on file. The complaint-based system routes violations to the appropriate agency. If you don't comply, you may face legal proceedings or mandatory corrective actions. Zoning violations can result in serious consequences.

How long does Cincinnati give you to fix a code violation?

Grass violations typically allow 7 days to abate. Other violations vary depending on type and severity. Contact the Property Maintenance Division at 513-352-3275 or call 311 for specific deadlines on your violation.

Can code violations affect my property value in Cincinnati?

A city-published violation is one piece of property research. Whether it affects value, insurance, financing, or a transaction depends on the property, the parties, and local requirements. Verify the current case status and any obligations with the issuing agency and the appropriate professional.

How do I report a code violation in Cincinnati?

Call 311, use the 311Cincy! mobile app, or file a complaint online. For vacant or hazardous buildings specifically, call 513-591-6000. The Buildings & Inspections Department will route your report to the appropriate enforcement agency.

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