INFOGRAPHICS: City Property Code Violation Data Supports Residents' Concerns

Williamsburg FOIA response reveals common violations, problematic properties and frequently cited owners

Data received as part of a FOIA response from the City of Williamsburg backs up residents’ concerns about frequently cited properties and owners. (George Arbogust, Williamsburg Independent)

Earlier this year, I attended a community meeting in Williamsburg focused on property maintenance code violations. It’s worth noting that several members of the City’s staff graciously shared a couple hours of their time that evening addressing residents’ questions about code enforcement. During the discussion, a few common concerns surfaced:

1. Some neighborhoods are affected more than others.

2. It’s the same types of violations repeatedly.

3. It’s the same problem properties.

4. Some property owners are frequently cited.

Public information was subsequently obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Williamsburg concerning property maintenance code violations cited since January 1, 2024 through April 8, 2025.

Individual addresses and property owners are not identified in the body o…