Grand Terrace, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 5.80 § 5.80.140
Violations
Operative Text
A. Notice of Violation. Whenever the inspector determines that a violation of this Chapter exists, the inspector shall give notice of violation and an order to correct to the property owner. The notice shall be in writing, sent via both mail and certified mail, and shall describe the violation in sufficient detail so that a reasonable owner would understand the violation(s) and have the opportunity to correct said violation(s). B. Time for Correction. The notice shall provide a reasonable time for correction, ranging from 24 hours to up to 90 days from the date of the notice of violation mailing, depending upon the severity of the violation. The owner may request an extension of time. The extension may be granted if the inspector determines that substantial progress is being made to correct the violation. C. Building Permits Required. Building permits for the correction of violations shall be issued, as required by the California Building Code, through the City Building and Safety/Public Works Department. D. Reinspections. Reinspections will be conducted to verify that the violations identified on the initial inspection have been corrected. Any violations that were not noted on the initial inspection report, but are discovered on the reinspection due to subsequent damage or deterioration, shall be subject to correction.
Grand Terrace Code of Ordinances ch. 5.80 § 5.80.140 establishes the process by which a city inspector notifies property owners of code violations and requires correction. When a violation is found, the owner receives a written notice—sent by both regular and certified mail—describing the problem in enough detail to understand and address it. Owners are given a correction window of 24 hours to 90 days depending on severity, and may request an extension if meaningful progress is being made. Follow-up reinspections verify compliance, and any newly discovered deterioration found during those reinspections is also subject to correction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Grand Terrace Code of Ordinances ch. 5.80 § 5.80.140, compliant property operators typically monitor their mail carefully for any written notices of violation, since official notice is delivered by both standard and certified mail. Upon receipt, operators generally assess the severity of the cited violation to understand the applicable correction window—which can range from 24 hours to 90 days—and, if more time is needed, submit a timely extension request demonstrating that substantial corrective progress is underway. Where building permits are required to complete repairs, operators coordinate with the City Building and Safety/Public Works Department in accordance with the California Building Code, and they prepare for reinspection by addressing not only the originally cited items but also any subsequent deterioration that may have developed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Grand Terrace Code of Ordinances ch. 5.80 § 5.80.140 is relevant to tenants because it governs how the city compels landlords to fix code violations discovered during inspections. If a tenant believes a housing code violation exists at their rental property, they may contact the city to request an inspection, which can trigger the formal notice-and-correction process described in this provision. Tenants can track whether a landlord has received a notice of violation and whether reinspection has confirmed correction by reaching out to the relevant city department, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain how an unresolved violation might be raised in other proceedings.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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