Houston & surrounding areas
Got a code violation on your Houston house?
A city notice doesn't have to turn into fines and liens. You can sell the house with the violation still open.
What code violations usually look like
In Houston, the Department of Neighborhoods handles most property code complaints. Common ones include overgrown lots, junk or debris, a dangerous or open vacant building, roof or structural damage, and unpermitted work. Notices usually come with a deadline, and unresolved violations can lead to fines, city cleanup charges, or liens on the property.
Your options
- Fix the issue and ask for a re-inspection
- Contact the city to ask for more time if you're working on it
- Sell the house as-is and let the buyer take on the repairs
We buy houses with open code violations. We account for the repairs in our offer, and any city liens are handled by the title company at closing.
Why owners call us
Most of the owners we talk to with code violations aren't careless. They inherited a house, moved away, had a tenant leave a mess, or simply ran out of money for repairs. We'll listen to what's going on first.
Want to see what we'd offer?
Fill out the short form. We'll call or text to ask a few questions, usually the same day. No obligation.
Get my offerCommon questions
Can I sell a house with an open violation?
Yes. The buyer takes the house as it is. Any recorded liens get paid off at closing.
Will you need me to fix anything first?
No. We buy as-is.
Other situations we help with
This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change, so confirm details with the right office or an attorney.