Code Enforcement FAQ's

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What if I think my neighbor has a Building Code Violation? 
Any construction such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical, etc. shall not e done without a permit.  Please contact the Building and Safety Department at (951) 244-2955 for questions about construction projects both residential and commercial.

What is considered “substandard housing / yard maintenance”?
Any property or structure in such a manner as to cause or allow the property or structure to become defective, unsightly or in such other condition of deterioration or disrepair as the same may cause substantial depreciation of the property values of, or similar detriment to surrounding properties, as well as an adverse affect on the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the city.  Any improvement on the property, including but not limited to buildings, garages, carports, or roofs or gutters which the condition of the patio, stucco, siding, other exterior coating, has become so deteriorated as to permit decay , weathered woodwork, peeling paint, excessive checking, cracking, broken windows, or warping so as to render the building unsightly and in a state of disrepair.  Building or structures which are abandoned, boarded up, partially destroyed, or left in a state of partial construction or repair.

How do I apply for a business license?
Business licenses are required by the City of Canyon Lake in order to operate within the city boundaries.  An application can be obtained on the internet (link) or by coming in to City Hall, located at 31516 Railroad Canyon Road, Canyon Lake, CA 92587.

How do I contact Vector Control?
Properties shall be free from infestation of termites, insects, vermin, or rodents.  The City of Canyon Lake does not eradicate pests from private homes.  Property Owners are required to remove the pests through private pest control companies, home solutions, etc.  Mosquitoes on private properties such as residential homes in pools, ponds, etc. fall under the jurisdiction of Northwest Mosquito and Vector Control (link to northwest vector), or you may call them directly at (951) 340-9792 to report a vector issue.

How should I drain my pool?
Don’t drain into a street, gutter, or storm drain.  Rent or purchase a submersible pump, connect it to a garden hose and slowly empty the pool into a sewer clean-out located on your property only.  Prevent the potential for backflow by maintaining an “air gap” between the discharge line and the sewer line (do not seal connection between the hose and sewer line).

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