Code Enforcement

Planning and Development Services of Kenton County (PDS) provides code enforcement for communities throughout Kenton County. Code enforcement helps make sure properties follow local ordinances and regulations, keeping neighborhoods safe, clean, and well maintained.

Our Code Enforcement team inspects properties and works with owners to resolve issues such as:

• Property maintenance concerns
• Unsafe or deteriorating structures
• Nuisance conditions
• Zoning violations

Our goal is always voluntary compliance. We’d rather work with you to fix a problem than issue a citation.

Bromley, Crescent Springs, Crestview Hills, Edgewood, Elsmere, Erlanger, Fort Mitchell, Fort Wright, Independence, Kenton Vale, Lakeside Park, Ludlow, Park Hills, Ryland Heights, Taylor Mill, Villa Hills, and unincorporated Kenton County.

Don’t see your community listed? Please contact your local city office for assistance.

Please contact the code enforcement officer listed on your notice as soon as possible. Their name and contact information appear on the notice or citation. Reaching out early is the best way to understand your options and resolve the issue quickly.

You can submit a complaint in two ways:

• Online: Submit a complaint form
• By phone: Call 859-331-8980 and ask for Code Enforcement

You can submit a complaint anonymously. Contact information is optional. If you provide it, we will use it only to follow up if we need more details. Please note that any information you provide, including your contact information, may be disclosed if requested under the Kentucky Open Records Act.

We’re happy to explain the code enforcement process and talk through your options. Contact us about:

• The status of a case
• A notice of violation or citation
• How to appeal a citation
• Fine payment options
• Any other code enforcement question

Send us a message, call 859-331-8980, or try our AI chatbot for general questions.

The Kenton County Joint Code Enforcement Board holds hearings on appeals to determine whether a violation occurred, based on the evidence and sworn testimony presented.

When: Second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. CT).
Where: Kenton County Government Center, 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Kenton Chambers (2nd Floor), Covington, KY 41011