Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement staff promote life, health, fire prevention, building safety and helps maintain property value. This is achieved by inspecting existing structures at change of occupancy and patrolling the neighborhoods to identify properties not complying with the property maintenance code. Staff also provides assistance to the Health Department with inspections of food and health establishments, identifies work being conducted without permits and inspections on home improvements, and also enforces compliance by issuing tickets through administrative court.

Other duties include receiving and investigating complaints by the residents, ticketing abandon cars on properties, and follow up investigation on violation of the property maintenance code. Staff also supports the Beautification Committee.   

Code Enforcement activities seek to eliminate blight, improve the appearance of residential and commercial areas, and create a community where all those who live, work, or visit can experience a sense of pride and well being. While these goals may sound simple, partnership with residents, property owners and businesses is needed to make them a reality.

Richton Park Quality of Life

The Village of Richton Park property maintenance, codified, and zoning codes are designed to assist in maintaining community property values, protect the atmosphere of neighborhoods, and prevent unsafe and unsightly use of property by requiring that all properties be kept in an orderly, clean, and safe condition. Only through compliance with the municipal codes and knowing how to take action when violations occur, can we work together to achieve the quality of life everyone deserves in Richton Park.

We encourage you to become familiar with the property maintenance and zoning codes, and become a Partner in Pride in Richton Park.

Code Violation Reporting

If you see a violation in your neighborhood and want to report it, please contact Code Enforcement staff at (708) 481-8950. It is village policy that the identity of all complainants is kept strictly confidential. Residents should be aware that most of the complaints investigated by Code Enforcement staff did not occur overnight. There are also legal requirements which require proper notification to the property owner. As so, a remedy may not be immediate. Though not often, the notification process alone can sometimes delay the process for several weeks. Please know that staff is working diligently on the abatement of violations in your area and throughout the Village.