Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement is the process by which the City of Avalon ensures compliance with the laws and regulations established in the Avalon Municipal Code (AMC). Code Enforcement Officers,  in cooperation with the Avalon Fire Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department work to promote and protect public peace, health and safety. 

For more information on the Code Enforcement processes or to report a concern contact the Code Enforcement staff by phone, email, or by submitting a report online:

Complaint Process

The handling of complaints is prioritized based on the nature of the alleged violations. Highest priority is given to impact on public health and safety. Due to the nature of some allegations, Code Enforcement Officers may refuse to provide updates regarding complaints.

Code Enforcement Activities

Citation Report - June 2023 

Vehicle Citations: 411 Citations written.* 

Red Tag Warnings: 25 warning tags issued for illegal dumping, animal noise, trash cans without lids, illegal disposal of cooking oil and other misc. warnings.

Bike Removals: 10 bikes removed rom various locations.

Construction: 5 verbal "stop work" orders issued.

Online Public Nuisance Forms: 2 submitted regarding noise, 3 submitted regarding non-compliance with recycling program.

Notified properties of need for weed abatement. One property remains out of compliance. 

Visited all restaurants to ensure compliance with the City's commercial green bag program. 

Citation Report - May 2023

Vehicle Citations: 250 Citations written.* 

Red Tag Warnings: 15 warning tags issued for illegal dumping, animal noise, trash cans without lids, illegal disposal of cooking oil and other misc. warnings.

Bike Removals: 10 bikes removed rom various locations.

Construction: 3 verbal "stop work" orders issued.

Online Public Nuisance Forms: 3 submitted. 

Citation Report - April 2023 

Vehicle Citations: 348 Citations written.* 

Red Tag Warnings: 5 warning tags issued for illegal dumping, animal noise, trash cans without lids, illegal disposal of cooking oil and other misc. warnings.

Bike Removals: 5 bikes removed rom various locations.

Construction: 2 verbal "stop work" orders issued.

Online Public Nuisance Forms: 2 submitted. 

* (Does not include "warning" citations, vehicle red tags, verbal warnings, or informational pamphlets handed out.)

Animal Control Report - June 2023

  • Investigated, processed and quarantined an animal for a bite report. 
  • Issued two administrative citations for an Animal at Large.
  • Responded to 3 calls regarding swarming bees at various locations. 
  • Responded to 5 calls for removal of dead animals (includes cats, birds, and deer).

Animal Control Report - May 2023

  • Issued one administrative citations for an Animal at Large.
  • Responded to 6 calls for removal of dead animals (includes cats, birds, and deer).
  • Responded to calls of animal cruelty. Dog was seized from owner. 

Animal Control Report - April 2023

  • Issued one administrative citations for an Animal at Large.
  • Responded to 5 calls for removal of dead animals (includes cats, birds, and deer).
  • Assisted the Avalon Humane Society to find new owners for 2 dogs. 

Animal Control Report - March 2023

  • Investigated an animal for a bite report. Victim and victim family refused to assist with investigation. Case is closed.
  • Issued one administrative citations for an Animal at Large.
  • Responded to 15 calls for removal of dead animals (includes cats, birds, and deer).
  • Assisted the Avalon Humane Society to find new owners for 2 dogs. Please contact the Avalon Human Society if interested (801) 699-9411.