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1. I have a Code Lien on my property. Who do I contact to resolve?

Call the Legal Analyst at (305) 809-3736.

2. What should I do if I have an complaint to report after City Hall is closed?

The office in City Hall is closed on weekends. However, if you would like to report a complaint or possible code violation when the office is closed, you may call (305) 809-3740.  If you need to contact a Code Inspector, you can call the Key West Police Department’s non-emergency number, (305)-809-1000, and request a Code Inspector to return your call.

3. May I store my boat, trailer or RV on the City street?

No.  Boats, Trailers or a Recreational Vehicle (RV) must be parked and/or stored on your property without extending into a public right-of-way or an adjoining property.

4. What are the permitted days and hours for construction work?

Commercial construction, demolition, drilling, or reasonably similar activities are limited to Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, and on Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No exceptions contained in this subsection shall apply on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Domestic power tools sound levels are only allowed between Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm from any of the following hand-powered or mechanically powered tools:

• Drill
• Grinder
• Lawn/garden tool
• Sander
• Saw

5. What can I do if my landlord is not maintaining the interior of my dwelling?

The City of Key West does not have any laws pertaining to tenant-landlord agreements. 

6. Who do I call when I have not received a call back from the Code Inspector?

Call Code Compliance at (305) 809-3740 and ask to speak to the Director.