Complying with a Guilty Judgment

Within 30 days after a hearing, the following information should be emailed to DCEAdjudication@nola.gov with the property address in the subject:

  • Clear photos of the front, back, and sides of the property showing repairs, maintenance, or abatement of violations.
  • Information about applicable permits, certificates of completion or occupancy

Before a property is designated fully compliant, payment of fines and fees is required. Noncompliant properties may have liens placed on tax bills or may be sold at a property auction.

 

Paying Fines and Fees

Be sure to confirm the full amount in the judgment. Call the Department of Code Enforcement at (504) 658-5050 and press 1 to speak to a representative.

Full payment must be in the form of a cashier’s check or money order.

NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS are accepted. Online payments are not accepted at this time.

Payment may be made in-office at or mailed to:

1340 Poydras Street

11TH Floor (Suite 1100)

New Orleans, Louisiana 70112.

 

 

Lien Reduction and Payoff

If you have a Code Enforcement lien placed on a property tax bill, you may request a reduction in fines by submitting a Lien Reduction Request. Reduction of fines is considered when the property in question has been brought into full compliance with the City property code or will be renovated within 180 days.

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