Code Enforcement

The City of Murphy Code Enforcement Department assists the residents of our city in providing an optimum environment conducive to good health and aesthetically pleasing surroundings.

Property Maintenance Code Violations

Property deterioration and nuisances can devalue, detract and degrade the quality of any neighborhood. The Code Enforcement Division enforces City Codes pertaining to property maintenance, some zoning issues, and vehicle nuisances. Here are some common code violation examples to help you recognize similar issues that may constitute code violations:

Lawn, Shrubs, & Trees
  • Grass and weeds taller that ten inches (10").
  • Trees, shrubs or plants that cause an obstruction over streets, alleys or sidewalks, or that are obstructing the view at intersections or the view of stop signs or other traffic warning signs
Trash & Dumping
  • Residential solid waste/trash that is placed too early for the scheduled collection time.
  • Non-removed trash and debris, including old furniture, car parts, appliances, or other visual nuisances.
  • Improper storage of trash carts and recycle bins.
  • Illegal dumping of trash, rubbish, limbs and other debris.
Vehicle Storage
  • Inoperable vehicles on private property.
  • Parking/storing of boats, trailers, recreational vehicles, or vehicles on residential lots.
Fence
  • Fences that have have fallen down or are deteriorating, that are not reasonably plumb or structurally sound, or that have been externally braced in lieu of replacing posts.
Pools
  • Residential swimming pools/hot tubs that have become stagnant or are so clouded or dirty that the drain is not clearly visible from the main deck.
Signs
  • Illegal placement of garage sale or other occasional sale signs, lost and found pet signs, political candidate signs, weekend directional signs, and real estate signs.
 

Code Enforcement Officer
David Gensler

206 North Murphy Road
Murphy, Texas 75094

972.468.4064

  Code Enforcement Hotline
972.468.4064
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