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Bureau of Property Maintenance and Housing Inspections

Investigates complaints about housing code violations including unsafe housing, no heat in rental units, high weeds/grass, sewer vents, trash, rats, and more. Conduct complaint-based inspections when notified through Housing Hotline or email to report property maintenance violations. Housing inspectors are assigned to areas that correspond with the neighborhood policing districts.

Physical Address

120 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Application process

Call, walk-in

Fee

Services free of charge.

Eligibility

Residents of Lancaster City

Service area

Lancaster, PA

Agency info

City of Lancaster - Department of Community Planning and Economic Development

Manages a range of programs that aim to support business and job creation, facilitate safe and affordable housing options, improve the quality of the environment, and protect and enhance the health and wellness of community members. Administers several federal grants including CDBG, ESG and HOME.