The primary responsibility of the Ordinance Enforcement Department is the enforcement of the City Code of Ordinances through the Ordinance Enforcement Officer. Ordinance enforcement's primary responsibility is ensuring that all residential and commercial properties comply with the City's exterior property maintenance, nuisance, sign, and all other City Codes. 

This is done through interpersonal contact, letters, telephone calls, and citations if necessary. Ordinance Enforcement also works with the Building Department on the enforcement of various state, federal, and international codes. 

The Building Department is committed to maintaining the Lathrup Village adopted plans, codes, ordinances, and standards that preserve the quality of life and safety of Lathrup Village residents.
The staff of the Building & Ordinance Departments works courteously to make sure that the goals of the village are maintained for an appealing and safe walkable residential neighborhood and a sustainable commercial area.

A code violation is anything that contradicts a city ordinance that is either found in the municipal code or the zoning ordinance. Code violations signify that a correction is needed.  If you are unsure if the issue you are concerned about is a code violation, it never hurts to ask. Call Code Enforcement, if you have any questions at 248-557-2600 ext. 247. Also, there are resources available online. Our municipal code and zoning ordinance are the essential documents that outline the standards and rules in the community and can be found at www.lathrupvillage.org.

• Lack of property maintenance, such as peeling paint, broken windows, or other damage or deterioration on a structure.

•  Tall grass, weeds, and improperly stored yard waste.

•  Improperly stored vehicles, inoperable vehicles, or other objects stored in plain view.

•  Trash containers are left out in public view.

Code enforcement officers are essential in enhancing the quality of life by making sure issues are managed for the safety and healthy living of Lathrup Village residents. Well-maintained neighborhoods and business corridors preserve property values and are a source of community pride. Code violations that are not addressed can damage a community’s safety, beauty, and vitality. The city is committed to addressing code violations as they become aware of them, but the response can be slow if issues are not being reported. The city needs help from residents, as the eyes and ears of the community, to report code violations as they develop.