• Roofs that are not weather tight.
• Substandard or inoperable plumbing, electrical wiring or heating systems.
• Deteriorated and unsound structures.
• Open cracks and breaks in foundation walls.
• Lack of adequate heat and hot water.
• Holes and rotting boards in exterior walls 

Departmental Procedures 

1. An Inspector determines if there are a significant number of structural defects to make the house unsafe. Minor violations are also noted since they may lead to more serious problems.
2. A letter is sent to the property owner requesting the property owner to repair the violations in 15 or 30 days, depending on the seriousness of the violations.
3. If there is no compliance at the end of the designated period of time, the property owner is asked to appear before the Code Enforcement Hearing Officer.
4. At the hearing, a repair date is established with the property owner.
5. If the repairs are not made by that time, the case is referred to the Legal Department for legal action.
6. Extension may be granted to property owners who have exhibited a willingness to rehabilitate their property. 

Department of Code Enforcement 
227 West Jefferson Blvd. • Suite 1300 S 
South Bend, Indiana 46601
574.235.9486