Enforcement Tracking
Monitor code violations and enforcement cases near your tracked permits using the map overlay.
Enforcement Tracking helps you stay informed about code violations and enforcement cases near your project locations. When enabled on the map view, red markers show nearby enforcement permits, helping you identify potential compliance issues in your project areas.
What is Enforcement Tracking?
The enforcement overlay displays code violation permits within a configurable radius of your tracked permits:
- Code Violations: Building code complaints and violations
- Remedial Orders: Orders requiring corrective action
- Civil Cases: Enforcement actions in legal proceedings
- Inspection Failures: Failed inspection records
How to Enable
Enforcement tracking is available in both Portfolio and Market Radar map views.
Step 1: Switch to Map View
- Navigate to Portfolio or Market Radar
- Click the Map toggle in the view switcher (top-right of the permits list)
Step 2: Enable the Overlay
- Locate the Enforcement card in the summary widgets (left side)
- Toggle the switch to enable the enforcement overlay
- Red markers appear showing nearby enforcement permits
Step 3: Adjust Search Radius
Use the slider to control how far from your tracked permits to search:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum | 0.1 miles |
| Maximum | 1.0 miles |
| Default | 0.5 miles |
| Increment | 0.05 miles |
Start with a smaller radius (0.25-0.5 mi) in dense urban areas to avoid clutter.
Viewing Enforcement Details
Click any red enforcement marker to see details:
The info window displays:
- Violation Type: The type of enforcement case (Complaint, Remedial Order, Civil Case)
- Address: Location of the violation
- Status: Current status (Open, Closed, In Progress)
- Distance: How far from your nearest tracked permit
- Source Link: Click "View source record" to see full details on the jurisdiction website
Understanding Enforcement Markers
Enforcement permits appear as red halo markers, distinct from your regular portfolio/radar permits:
| Marker | Description |
|---|---|
| Blue/Orange dots | Your tracked Portfolio or Radar permits |
| Red halo markers | Enforcement permits from the overlay |
Common Enforcement Types
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Complaint | A reported code violation |
| Civil Case | An enforcement action in legal proceedings |
| Remedial Order | An order requiring corrective action |
| Enforcement Complaint | A formal enforcement case |
Use Cases
Property Management
Goal: Know about code issues near your properties
Benefits:
- Identify problem properties nearby
- Anticipate neighborhood issues
- Understand compliance landscape
Contractor Due Diligence
Goal: Research areas before bidding
Benefits:
- Spot neighborhoods with code enforcement activity
- Identify potential compliance challenges
- Understand local enforcement patterns
Risk Assessment
Goal: Evaluate project locations
Benefits:
- Check for nearby violations before starting work
- Understand neighborhood compliance history
- Identify potential issues early
Tips and Best Practices
Radius Selection
| Area Type | Recommended Radius |
|---|---|
| Dense urban | 0.1 - 0.25 miles |
| Suburban | 0.25 - 0.5 miles |
| Commercial | 0.5 - 0.75 miles |
| Rural | 0.75 - 1.0 miles |
Settings Persistence
Your enforcement overlay settings are saved automatically:
- Toggle state (on/off)
- Radius setting
- Settings are separate for Portfolio and Radar
This means you can configure each view independently.
Performance
- Enforcement permits load after your main permits are geocoded
- The overlay may take a moment to appear with many tracked permits
- Reduce radius if too many markers clutter the map