Law and Ordinance Committee for 9/14/2026

The City of Troy, Ohio Law and Ordinance Committee met on September 14, 2026, to discuss amending Section 1307.99 of the city's codified ordinances. The amendment aims to expand enforcement mechanisms for property maintenance violations by introducing civil penalties as an alternative to the current criminal enforcement process. The committee discussed the administrative fee structure, including a $75 fee for initial violations, and the ability to assess unpaid fees as liens on property taxes. This civil enforcement tool is intended to encourage compliance without resorting to criminal court, which has proven inefficient due to delays and procedural tactics by violators. The committee also addressed concerns about property owners' financial ability to comply, noting options for payment over time and referral to social services. The proposal was recommended to move forward to the city council as a general ordinance without emergency status.