Welcome to the Chesapeake Customer Contact Center's online service request center. Please select your desired service below. The Contact Center is also available via telephone at (757) 382-CITY(2489) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Adopt a Garden/Highway Program Info. -
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Select to request "Adopt a Garden" or Adopt a Highway" information. These programs are administered by the Public Works Department. The "Adopt a Spot" program is administered by the Park & Recreation Department.
Animal Control - Barking Dogs -
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Select to report barking dogs causing a nuisance.
Animal Control - Trap Request -
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Select to request a humane trap for the capture of a cat or dog. The citizen must pickup the trap from Animal Control Office. A cash deposit may be required.
Athletic Field Equipment - Maintenance -
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Select to request maintenance or repair of basketball, soccer, softball, football, etc. athletic field equipment.
Athletic Field Maintenance -
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Select to request maintence of field/court problems (i.e. holes in fields, cracks in court, ripped screen, linemarking, etc..)
Basketball Goal in Right-of-Way -
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Select to request the removal of a basketball goal from a public street/roadway or the City right of way.
Boat Ramp - Maintenance (City Owned Only) -
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Select to request the maintenance or repair of a city-owned boat ramp.
Bulk Trash/Waste Pickup -
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Select to submit a bulk pickup request before 11:59 pm the day prior to your regular collection day. Items such as furniture, hot-water heaters, tree limbs can be collected. Construction mat'l (drywall, bricks, concrete, etc), hazardous mat'l (ex. paint cans, oil), tree trunks will not be collected. Glass must be taped; Limbs at a max of 6" diameter x 4' length. Yard waste must be in clear bags. Bulk collection is limited to a total maximum volume of 4' wide x 4' high x 4' long per week.
Change Address - Existing/New Assignment -
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Select to request a change of an existing city address or to request a new city street address. PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS SERVICE REQUEST TO CHANGE UTILITY BILLING INFORMATION. FOR CITY WATER BILLING ACCOUNT CHANGES PLEASE CALL 382-6352.
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area -
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Select to report a possible violation of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area. Report a disturbance within the 100 foot Resource Protection Area of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area.
City Budget Inquiry -
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Select to inquire about a City of Chesapeake Budget Department Issue.
Commercial Vehicle - In A Residential Area -
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Select to report vehicles taller than 7ft or longer than 20ft in residential districts.
Communicable Disease Information -
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Select to report or request information on a suspected case of communicable disease.
Community Center Inquiry -
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Select to report management issues involving staff or programs at Community Centers.
Corner Visibility -
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Select to report concerns of visibility on a corner or intersection where visibilty blocked by bushes, landscaping, cars, etc.
Dead Animal Reported for Collection -
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Select to request pick-up of dead animals located in the City right-of-way or in the roadway. The city does not enter private property to collect dead animals.
Debris Accumulation - Existing Property -
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Select to report a code violation of debris/trash accumulating on existing residential or business property. For new construction debris/trash issues, please use the "Debris/Trash - New Construction" Service Request type. Select "Bulk Trash/Waste Pickup" to request bulk collection of items such as discarded furniture, hot-water heaters, tree limbs, household appliances. The City will not pickup construction materials or hazardous materials.
Debris/Trash - New Construction -
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Select to report an issue with debris/trash on new construction sites. If the debris is on existing property, please use the "Debris Accumulation - Existing Property" Service Request type.
Development Application Request -
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Select to request a Development Application. Please note that this form is available through the Planning Department web site at www.CityofChesapeake.net/services/depart/planning/forms-apps.html.
Ditch - Blocked -
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Select to report a ditch that is blocked. Residents are reminded that it is illegal to dump leaves, grass clippings and debris into drainage systems. Ditches should never be burned or sprayed with defoliants. Vegetation in ditches provides stability to the banks and natural filtration of stormwater. Please note: the city does not clean leaves from ditches in residential areas.
Dog Park - Maintenance -
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Select to request maintenance and/or repair of equipment at the City dog park.
Fine Arts - Information -
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Select to request or report information relating to an art event or art program.
Fire Dept. - Customer Service Survey -
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Select to complete a survey of the Fire Department's service provided for situations not associated with Emergency Medical Services or response to the report of a fire. The information you provide will assist with the continuous improvement of the quality of your Fire Department standard of service. Our goal is to provide outstanding service that not only meets, but exceeds, your expectations. Thank you for your input.
Fire Dept. - EMS - Customer Service Survey -
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Select to complete a survey of the Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) response team if an EMS unit recently responded to a 911 call to assist you. Please provide feedback regarding your satisfaction with the service you received. The information you provide will assist with the continuous improvement of the quality of your EMS standard of care. Our goal is to provide outstanding service that not only meets, but exceeds, your expectations. Thank you for your input.
Fire Dept. - Fire - Customer Service Survey -
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Select to complete a survey of the Fire Department's response team if a Fire unit recently responded to your report of a structure fire. Please provide feedback regarding your satisfaction with the service you received. The information you provide will assist with the continuous improvement of the quality of your Fire Department standard of service. Our goal is to provide outstanding service that not only meets, but exceeds, your expectations. Thank you for your input.
Fire Inspection Request (Contractors Only) -
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Select to request a fire system inspection. Please note this selection is for use by contractor's only.
Flood Zone - Letter Request -
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Select to request a letter from the City's Planning Dept regarding flood zones within the City of Chesapeake.
Fraud, Waste, & Abuse - Chesapeake Audit -
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Select to report possible fraud, waste or abuse activity associated with the City of Chesapeake Government. "If you see something, say something."
GIS Data On CD - Purchase -
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Select to request City of Chesapeake GIS data on a CD. Cost is $35.00 plus a $1.50 shipping and handling fee. Free downloadable GIS software included. Payment can be made in the form of cash, check or be billed to the resident. To prepay , please mail a check to City of Chesapeake, Planning Department, 306 Cedar Rd, 23322.
Graffiti - City Owned Property/Right-of-Way -
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Select to report graffiti on city property including the city's right of way, street signs, bridges etc..
Graffiti - Non-City Owned/Private Property -
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Select to report graffiti in your community, record the details, then enter a graffiti report on-line anytime. Citizens can also report graffiti by calling the City of Chesapeake's Customer Contact Center at 382-City (382-2489). If you observe someone drawing graffiti, please call 911 immediately.
For information on The Mayor's Task Force for the Prevention of Gangs, please visit NotOnOurWatch.com for information you can use.
Grass & Weeds -Too High -
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Select to report grass and/or weeds where an average height of such grass or similar vegetation exceeds 15 inches.
Grass Mowing - In City Right of Way -
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Select to request mowing of the grass and weeds within the City right of way, which includes medians or shoulders. The City does not mow medians located within sub-divisions. It is the neighborhood civic league, Homeowner Association or private resident's responsibility to maintain those areas.. The mowing contract only covers medians located on public roadways and City right-of-ways. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Health Department Request for Information -
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Select to request the Health Department provide a representative to participation in a community event or present a health education program..
Illegal Vehicle Sale -
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Select to report illegal vehicle sale.
Inspection Request -
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Select to request a Building, Electrical, Gas, Mechanical or Plumbing inspection for which you have a current permit issued by the City of Chesapeake. Please provide information in the format shown in the example. Incomplete or requests missing permit numbers will NOT be accepted. Requests for an inspection the next day must be submitted no later than 3:00pm the business day prior to the requested date to be accepted. (Inspector's work load determines the day of the inspection within 1-3 days).
Land Use Plan Map - Purchase -
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Select to request purchase of a 2026 comprehensive plan - land use plan map. The map is 34" x 44" in size. The map can be picked up or mailed at your request. There is a $25.00 fee for the map plus a $2.00 shipping and handling fee. Payment can be made in the form of cash, check or be billed to the resident. To prepay , please mail a check to City of Chesapeake, Planning Department, 306 Cedar Rd, 23322
Land Use Plan on CD - Purchase -
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Select to purchase a Land Use Plan on CD for $5.00 plus S&H. PLEASE NOTE: the land use plan is available through the city web site at no charge via the following link:. http://www.cityofchesapeake.net/services/depart/planning/comprehensiveplan.shtml then scroll to Section 3 - Land Use & Design.
Landscape Violation (Commercial Site Only) -
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Select to report violations of the Chesapeake Landscape Ordinance at Commercial sites only. For example, dead or missing trees or shrubs.
Library Concern -
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Select to report management issues involving Library staff or programs. For other information, please visit "Chesapeake.lib.va.us" or call 757-410-7100.
Miscellaneous Request for City Services -
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Select this option to request a city service OR information not currently addressed in the available drop down list.
Missed Trash - Container -
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City trash containers must be at curbside by 7:00am on the scheduled pickup day. Report a missed container by calling 382-2489 before 8:30am on the business day following your collection day. If the container was curbside by 7am and missed on your collection day, Waste Management will make every effort to complete the collection on the next business day if the schedule allows.
Mosquito Control Issue -
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Mosquito Control can be contacted at 382-3450. To request their services, please copy and paste this URL into your web browser: http://cityofchesapeake.net/mosquito (OR)
Email: MosquitoControl@smqto.cityofchesapeake.net. Thank you.
Neighborhood Coordination -
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Select to request information or provide a concern regarding your neighborhood or Neighborhood Coordination activities and programs (i.e., Civic League development, Neighborhood Leadership classes, Neighborhood Symposium, World Changers program and Quality of Life Study).
Neighborhood Services - General -
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Select to report new construction, building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical field VIOLATIONS not covered under a specific category.
Park and Shelter Rentals -
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Select to request information on the rental of City park shelters. Further information and/or applications may be found on-line at http://www.cityofchesapeake.net/services/depart/park-rec/facility-rentals.shtml.
Parks or Shelter Maintenance -
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Select to request the maintenance and/or repair of City parks, play areas or park shelter buildings or equipment..
Pool - (Under Construction) Unsafe -
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Select to report unsafe conditions surrounding residential pools under construction. Primarily deals with lack of fence/barriers around pools.
Portable Storage Containers/Dumpsters -
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Select to notify the Zoning Office of the placement or use of portable storage containers (no larger than 8'x8.5'x16). These include PODS, MODS and similar containers and is placed in the driveway of a single family residential property as well as containers for hauling of waste and debris (dumpsters) placed in the driveway of property zoned or used for residential property. NOTE: The City does not provide portable storage or waste containers.
Property Maintenance Historic District -
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Select to report Historic District Property Maintenance Violations.
Property Maintenance Violation -
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Select to report violations of the Property Maintenance Code to include: painting, deterioration, unsafe conditions, lack of proper facilities ,etc.
Recreational Vehicle - In Front Yard -
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Select to report recreational type vehicle parked in front yard. This applies only to vehicles on the yard (anywhere between a house and the street, which includes a side yard). Vehicles can include trailers, campers, boats, jet skis, race cars, car trailers, etc., (licensed and unlicensed).
Senior and Therapeutics -
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Select to report or request information about a special events or programs for seniors and the handicapped.
Setbacks - Houses -
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Select to report or request information regarding setbacks and height violations on houses and garages.
Sewer - Cave in (Sanitary) -
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Select to report sanitary sewer cave-in. However, if this is an EMERGENCY situation between the hours of 5:00pm and 8:00am, Monday through Friday or anytime on the weekend, please do not file this report on-line, call 382-3550 to speak to a Public Utilities representative.
Sewer - Manhole Cover - Missing or Broken -
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Select to request report a water valve box cover that is broken or missing from a City street.
Sewer - Manhole Overflowing -
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Select to report a Sewer Manhole Overflowing. Please call 382-City (2489) during normal business hours 8:00AM - 5:00P (M-F)
To report an After-Hours Sewer Manhole Overflow emergency between 5:00PM - 8:00 AM (M-F), or on weekends, DO NOT submit this request via the web, instead please call 382-3550 to speak to a Public Utilities representative.
Sewer - Stoppage -
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Select to report a Sewer Stoppage. Please call 382-City (2489) during normal business hours 8:00AM - 5:00P (M-F)
To report an After-Hours Sewer Stoppage emergency between 5:00PM - 8:00 AM (M-F), or on weekends, DO NOT submit this request via the web, instead please call 382-3550 to speak to a Public Utilities representative.
Sidewalk Repair -
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Select to report or request sidewalk repair. Sidewalks are a part of the overall transportation system in the City. They are typically constructed of concrete. Concrete by its nature can develop cracks at locations other than formed joints. The first priority of sidewalk maintenance is to remove tripping hazards that may occur.
Sign - Installation -
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Select to request sign installation. The City will not place signs in any median except traffic control signs. Signs identifying "Neighborhoods" are the responsibility of the Homeowners Association or Civic League.
Sign - Maintenance/Repair -
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Select to request street sign repair.
Sign - Temporary (Illegal) - NS -
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Select to report Temporary (Illegal) Signs - refers to advertising, real estate, political, banners, yard sale signs or any other type of temporary sign.
Skate Park - Maintenance -
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Select to request maintenance or repair of equipment at City skate parks.
Skateboard Ramp - Violation -
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Select to report skateboard ramps that may be in violation of the City of Chesapeake's zoning ordinance.
Special Programs - Parks & Recreation -
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Select to request or report information relating to a citywide special event.
Stormwater - Storm Drain/Ditch Contamination -
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Select to report storm drain contamination. Citizens may also call 382-City (M-F, 8am-5pm) to report contamination. Please help reduce pollution by remembering to keep potential pollutants, including pool water away from storm drains. Never throw or dump anything down a storm drain; not only can this contaminate local waters, but it can also contribute to flooding by blocking drains and ditches.
Street Light - Repair Request -
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Select to report street light outages. If possible, please have the power pole identification tag information available when reporting the problem. The tag will list a combination of letters and numbers. This information is helpful in processing your request. The City notifies the Virginia Dominion Power of outages called in by citizens as a courtesy. Outages are typically resolved within 10-15 work days. If the problem is more than a burnt out bulb, repairs may take longer.
Streets - Curb and Gutter Damage -
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Select to report a damaged curb and/or gutter.
Streets - Debris/Litter (Right of Way - Non Road) -
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Select to report debris or litter located in the city's right of way. For objects in the ROADWAY that may effect traffic, please call the Customer Contact Center at 382-2489 between the hours of 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday. To report objects in the roadway after the Customer Contact Center's regular business hours, please call the Police Department non-emergency number 382-6161 option 2.
Streets - Ice/Snow Reported -
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Service Request used to report ice or snow on public streets.
Streets - Pavement/Crossmark Marking -
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Select to request marking or repainting of street lines or crosswalks.
Streets - Pothole Repair -
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Select to report or request pothole repair. The normal response time for pothole repair during the summer months is 3-4 days. Response time in winter months is longer, depending on weather conditions and the availability of supplies.
Streets - Road Repair -
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Select to report or request road/street repair. For potholes, please select the "Streets - Pothole Repair" service request type.
Streets - Shoulder Repair -
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Select to report or request road/street shoulder repair.
Streets - Vegetation Control in ROW -
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Select to request remove buildup of grass, weeds, and debris from curb & gutter in rights of way along primary streets. Perform edging in rights of way along sidewalks and curbs in non residential areas. Trim bushes and trees along sidewalk.
Tennis Court - Maintenance -
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Select to request maintenance or repair of City maintained tennis courts.
Traffic Signal Maintenance -
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Select to report malfuctioning traffic lights including issues such as burnt out bulbs, flashing lights or cycle timing of the traffic light.
Trash Can-Repair -
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Select to request the repair of a damaged City issued trash container. The City will replace damaged or missing wheels, lids, hinge pins, etc. at no charge to the resident provided damage is due to normal wear and tear.
Trash Can-Replacement -
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Select to request a replacement trash can - for an existing home due to irreparable use damages or theft. A police report # is required for stolen containers. Call 382-6161 option 2 to report the theft and obtain a police report number. For can's damaged by fire or vandalism, citizen may purchase a replacement can $68.25 at the Treasure's Office, 1st Floor, City Hall.
To request a City container for a NEWLY BUILT home, select "Trash Container - Residential" instead of this request.
Trash Can-Residential New Construction -
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Select to request a City-issued trash container for a newly built home. The City provides one container at no charge. To purchase a second (2nd) City trash container, please contact the Treasurer's Office (757-382-6281) for further details or follow the instructions provided via: http://cityofchesapeake.net/services/depart/pub-wrks/wastemanagement-refusecontainers.html. The City will collect a maximum of two containers per household.
Vehicle - Inoperable -
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Select to report a vehicle damaged beyond reasonable repair, missing a license plate or inspection sticker. Vehicle must be on PRIVATE property to be reported here.
Water (Drinking) - Quality -
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Select to request or report information relating to water (drinking) quality.
Water - Leak -
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Select to request or report information relating to a water leak. However, if this is an EMERGENCY situation between the hours of 5:00pm and 8:00am, Monday through Friday or anytime on the weekend, please do not file this report on-line. Call 382-3550 to speak to a Public Utilities representative.
Water - Low Pressure -
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Select to report low water pressure.
Water - Meter Cover - Missing Or Broken -
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Select to request replacement of a water meter cover that is missing or broken.
Wetlands (Tidal) Code Enforcement -
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Select to report an alteration of a tidal wetland without a permit. Examples; pier construction, fill, bulkheads, dredging or other similar alterations.
Working Without a Permit -
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Select to report residents and/or contractors working without a permit. This is to report building and/or electrical, plumbing, mechanical or gas installations without a permit.
Zoning Violation -General -
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Select to report a possible zoning violation that is not covered elsewhere in the list supplied.