Code Enforcement Citation Appeals in Maine
Maine code enforcement is handled by local Code Enforcement Officers (CEOs) appointed by municipalities under Maine Revised Statutes Title 30-A. Portland, Bangor, and Auburn have active enforcement programs, though even small towns have a designated CEO. Appeals go to the local Board of Appeals.
Common appeal body: Board of Appeals (municipal)
Typical response timeline: 30 days to file appeal with Board of Appeals
Frequently Asked Questions — Maine
Who is my Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) in Maine?
Each Maine municipality appoints a CEO. Contact your town office to identify your CEO and learn the specific process for contesting a violation.
Sample Dispute Letter Preview
Dear Code Enforcement Officer,
I am writing to formally dispute the citation issued for the property referenced above. Upon review of the notice and the cited ordinance, I respectfully submit the following grounds for reconsideration…
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