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Code Enforcement

Sandy Springs Code Enforcement is comprised of sworn officers who work with residents, neighborhood associations, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other City departments to help maintain safe, healthy, and attractive living and working environments.

Through fair and unbiased enforcement of adopted City Codes and Ordinances, including land use regulations, zoning ordinances, health and housing codes, sign standards, and building and fire codes, the primary objective of Code Enforcement is to achieve compliance.

Sandy Springs Code Enforcement officers wear official uniforms with badges and name tags and can provide an official City-issued identification card with a photo and City logo upon request.

Common Violations

Learn about frequently encountered code violations and how to avoid them.

Penalties

Learn about potential penalties for violations of City Codes and ordinances.

Report a Code Violation

Learn how to report a code enforcement concern to City staff.

View Reported Code Violations

You can search and view reported code violations using the City’s OpenGov portal.

Apartment Inspections

Learn more about the City’s apartment inspection program and inspection requirements.

Note: The Multi-Family Housing (Section 105) and Fire Safety (Section 22) ordinances have been updated.

Review the fire safety requirements that must be met before applying for a Sandy Springs Business License.

Tenant Rights

Georgia House Bill 346 Fact Sheet (PDF) helps protect tenants living in rental housing from unsafe conditions such as mold, leaking roofs, pest infestations, lead exposure, radon, unsafe electrical conditions, and related health and safety concerns when exercising their right to request repairs or report violations to Code Enforcement.

City Springs Event

Niladri Kumaar: The Space Between the Notes

Friday, October 30
Indian sitarist Niladri Kumaar has been described as a game changer, and a serious exponent of Indian Classical Music. One of the most compelling and innovative stars of India’s next generation of musicians, Kumaar was a frequent collaborator with the late Zakir Hussain.
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City Springs Event

Atlanta's Funniest Priests

Thursday, November 12
SOLD OUT - contact the Box Office to join the wait list. Back by popular demand! For one night only, six beloved Atlanta priests step out of the pulpit and onto the stage to showcase their original stand-up comedy routines. It's a night of laughter where collars meet comedy!
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