The City of Cape Coral will begin placing new code enforcement yard signs on properties across Cape Coral.The city said that the new signs are being utilized to improve transparency and keep residents informed when Code Enforcement is actively addressing a violation.This stems from complaints that Code Enforcement wasn’t doing enough, and that a written ticket placed on a door can’t be seen from the street, a charter review commission member said.The new signs are much more noticeable and will enable neighbors and residents to know that the city is aware of and taking action on code issues, which the city said will help ensure fairness and accountability in the process.The city said that when a sign is posted, it indicates that a violation has been confirmed, not just reported, and that the property owner has been officially notified.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.

CAPE CORAL, Fla. —

The City of Cape Coral will begin placing new code enforcement yard signs on properties across Cape Coral.

The city said that the new signs are being utilized to improve transparency and keep residents informed when Code Enforcement is actively addressing a violation.

This stems from complaints that Code Enforcement wasn’t doing enough, and that a written ticket placed on a door can’t be seen from the street, a charter review commission member said.

The new signs are much more noticeable and will enable neighbors and residents to know that the city is aware of and taking action on code issues, which the city said will help ensure fairness and accountability in the process.

The city said that when a sign is posted, it indicates that a violation has been confirmed, not just reported, and that the property owner has been officially notified.

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