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If you are having any of these problems with your rental home or neighboring properties:

• Windows that do not open
• Leaks
• Plumbing problems
• Water damage
• Electrical issues
• Mechanical problems (heating)
• Unsafe conditions (floors, stairs, and foundation)
• Exposed areas of floors, ceilings, and walls
• Roofing issues

To submit concerns:
Email
Call 910.341.3266
Submit a Service Request 

Damaged interior walls, dangerous health and safety conditions such as dilapidation, decay or unsanitary conditions; inadequate ventilation, light heating or sanitary condition; improper electrical or plumbing deterioration of supporting outside walls, siding or improperly distributed load of floor or roof system.

For more information about the Minimum Housing Code, visit Municipal Codes Ordinances.

Junked vehicles are prohibited on a residential zoned property unless stored in a rear yard with an approved cover. No more than one Junk vehicle is permitted on a property at any time. Health and Safety Hazard Vehicles are prohibited. Abandoned vehicles that are left longer than seven (7) days on the street or longer than two hours on private property without consent of the owner or occupant are also prohibited.

What is an approved cover?  A car cover designed to fit your vehicle, NOT A TARP.

Chickens being kept on residential properties within the Wilmington City limits require a poultry permit and must meet several requirements including the property being at least 15,000 square feet. You can apply for a poultry permit by clicking on the link below:

Animal Permit Request or you can read more information in the Municipal Codes Ordinance.

For information about storage or parking of recreational vehicles, boats, utility trailers, etc.
Contact the City of Wilmington Zoning Division
910.254.0900
Email 

Your city trash and recycle carts must be removed from curbside before midnight on your pick-up day. If they are not removed you could receive a $50 fine per day.  

For more information go to Recycling & Trash.