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1. How can I report a possible violation in my neighborhood?

To report a possible violation, call Lake County’s Nuisance Hotline at 847-377-4444

2. What do I do once I've taken steps to correct my violation?

To schedule an inspection and to pay the fine, call the Code Hearing Unit at 847-377-2112

3. Do I need to appear at the Code Enforcement Hearing?

Take a look at the Notice of Violation that you received. In some cases you may be able to clean up the violation and pay the fine without attending the hearing. If you have questions on your Notice of Violation, please call our Code Hearing Unit at 847-377-2112

4. What should I bring to my hearing?

Look on the back of the notice of ordinance violation that you received. It has information on how you should prepare for your hearing. If you have any further questions, please call 847-377-2112

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1. How do I find out if my property is within the floodplain?

If you are wondering about flood zones for parcels in Unincorporated Lake County, please use Maps Online.

2. Where can I view Elevation Certificates for parcels located in Unincorporated Lake County?

The public may also view information about Elevation Certificates for parcels in Unincorporated Lake County. This information is made available through the Lake County Building and Engineering Division. View more information on the Flood Information page.

3. What is the current flood level for Unincorporated Lake County?

The National Weather Service (NWS), Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service provides river level information through real-time stream gages throughout the County and the surrounding areas. The graphs are useful in observing the flood stage for different rivers and streams. View the NWS real-time data.

4. What do I do if I have questions about property located in Incorporated Lake County?

If you have questions about flooding and your property is located in one of the cities or villages in Incorporated Lake County, you will have to contact that local municipal government. A list of municipal telephone numbers can be found online.