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1. How do I pay my fine?

Payment can be made by either submitting a check or money order to the City of Everett Treasurer at 2930 Wetmore Suite 100, Everett Washington, 98201 or by major credit card (a 2.3% merchant fee is applied to all credit card payments) by contacting the City of Everett Treasurer’s office at 425-257-8610. If unable to pay in full, a payment plan can be arranged by contacting the code enforcement administrative assistant at codeenforcement@everettwa.gov.

2. What is a notice of violation and order?

A Notice of Violation and Order ("NOVO") can be issued at any time if the code enforcement official deems necessary and contains a directive to bring any code violations into compliance by a specific deadline and assess a fine per violation. The NOVO also includes a statement advising the violator of their right to appeal the issuance of the notice and order. Any appeal must be filed with the city within 14 days from the date of the NOVO.

3. What is a voluntary compliance agreement?

A Voluntary Compliance Agreement (“VCA”) is a contract between the violator and the City, whereby the violator agrees to abate the violations within a specific timeline and according to specific conditions. If the violator does not bring their property into compliance, then per the terms of the VCA, the City can enter their property and abate the violations at the property owner’s sole expense or issue a Notice and Order. 

4. Who do I contact about disabled or unlicensed vehicles?

If the vehicle is on private property, contact the City's Code Enforcement unit ; if the vehicle is on a public street or in right-of-way, contact Parking Enforcement at 425-257-8437 as they can tag it for towing away.

5. Who do I contact if I have an animal complaint?

Contact Everett Animal Control for suspicion of animal abuse, animal hoarding, noisy animals or questions regarding what animals are allowed to be kept within the City limits. Animal Shelter

6. Who do I contact if construction noise is occurring outside of normal business hours?

The City has established regulations for control of noise in residentially zoned property. Under the City's Noise Ordinance construction related noise is limited to the hours of 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and state recognized holidays. Complaints about noise outside of normal construction hours should be directed to Everett Police by dialing 911. Complaints may also be filed during working hours with the Code Enforcement Unit.

Human Resources Safety Division

7. How many garage sales can a person have?

The City of Everett code allows for no more than two sale events for any residence per year and the duration of each event shall be no more than four consecutive days. Signs should be placed on private property and not create a safety hazard for pedestrian or vehicular traffic. They can be displayed three days prior to the sale event and should be removed within 24 hours after the sale. Garage sale items not sold should be removed from the yards and property stored.

8. Who do I contact if my landlord won't make repairs to my unit?

Contact the Dispute Resolution Center of Snohomish County at 425-339-1335 for information on what your rights are as a tenant and what the responsibilities are of a landlord.

9. Who do I contact for zoning information in my neighborhood?

The City Planning Department can answer questions regarding correct fence heights, legal signs and placement, setback standards and land alterations involving protected wetlands, streams, slopes and buffers. Planning Department

10. Is it legal for people to live in motor homes or trailers on private property?

It is prohibited for anyone to occupy a motor home or trailer outside of an established motor home park within the City limits of Everett.