The Code Enforcement staff responds to complaints of violations of the City of Irvine Municipal Code which includes building, zoning, sign, grading, noise and encroachment regulations. When a violation is identified, the responsible parties are contacted and requested to abate the violation. If the violator fails to comply with City codes, the City Attorney prosecutes the case. Citations are utilized for minor infractions, while a criminal complaint process is used for significant violations.

We respond to fire/life safety complaints within two working days, and non-fire/life safety complaints within eight working days.

For more information on the process, or to register a complaint, please telephone the City of Irvine Code Enforcement Supervisor Jan Helf at (949) 724-6326 or click here to to send an email.

When emailing a complaint, please be sure to include a brief description of the potential code violation and the location. A daytime phone number is helpful should additional information be required.

City of Irvine Municipal Code

Zoning Ordinance