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Cited for a Code Violation?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 05, 2026 | 0 Comments

🏚️📋 Cited for a Code Violation? Don't Ignore It. 📋🏚️

City code violations — from overgrown lots and unsafe structures to unpermitted work and signage issues — can quickly turn into hefty fines, court appearances, and even misdemeanor charges. Municipal courts in places like Houston take these matters seriously. ⚖️

What starts as a notice in the mail can escalate fast if deadlines are missed. Property owners, landlords, and business owners all have rights — and options. The key is responding strategically, not reactively.

If you've received a citation or court date for a code violation, call us. We'll help you protect your property and your record. 📞

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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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