Code Enforcement

Beginning August 1, 2022, Code Enforcement Division is now under Hollister Police Department, offices are being moved to the Briggs Building at 365 Fourth Street.

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Office Location: 365 Fourth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Mailing Address: 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Phone: 831.636.4356, Option 2

For Code Enforcement issues, please send us any information on the violation to codecontact@police.hollister.ca.us.


Mission Statement

The mission of the Code Enforcement Program is to enforce and administer all applicable codes and ordinances of the City of Hollister, in a prompt, fair and impartial manner. The program provides equal service to complaining parties and violators to achieve the ultimate goal of the program - Compliance.

The priority of the Code Enforcement Program is to address conditions which pose a threat to the health, safety and well being of an occupant, property owner or an individual.

The following are services provided by the Code Enforcement Officer

  • Receive, observe, evaluate and investigate reports from residents regarding code violations
  • Notify property owners of code violations, prescribe and monitor corrective action
  • When necessary, prepare and refer cases to the Office of City Attorney or District Attorney for further legal action
  • Ensure that conditions which pose a negative impact on a neighborhood are eliminated

Most Common Reported Code Violations

  • Substandard Housing such as back yard labor camps and transformed storage sheds
  • Illegally converted garages, occupied trailers and other recreational vehicles
  • Accumulation of garbage, rubbish, automotive parts and junk
  • Accrual of dry or dead vegetation
  • Inoperable vehicles
  • Inadequate landscaping and weeds
  • Inappropriate storage of boats, trailers and recreational vehicles

Information / Press Releases

Municipal Code - City of Hollister, CA

Administrative Citation

Vacant Neglected Home Registration