The City Marshal’s Office promotes responsibility and ensures compliance with city ordinances in Amarillo. By leveraging modern technology and providing excellent customer service, the office operates efficiently to meet residents’ expectations.
- Law Enforcement (Deputy Marshals): Enforce city ordinances, local, and state laws.
- Code Enforcement (Civilian Officers): Ensure code compliance but do not serve as peace officers.
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- citymarshaladmin@amarillo.gov
- 806-378-6517
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Complaint Line:
806-378-6541 (Leave a detailed message with the type of offense and address.) -
Simms Municipal Building
810 S Buchanan St
Suite 104
Amarillo, TX 79101 -
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Marshal Quick Links
Report a Code Enforcement Violation Online
If you would like to report a potential code violation within Amarillo city limits, please click “Report a Code Violation Online.”
Reportable concerns may include issues such as property maintenance, unauthorized use of residential areas, unsafe or unsecured structures, junk vehicles, and overgrown weeds, junk, or debris.
City staff review submitted reports and address areas of concern across the community.
Weed & Tall Grass Enforcement
The City of Amarillo requires owners to maintain their property by keeping grass, weeds, and vegetation below eight inches. The ordinance applies to vacant lots, residential, and commercial properties.
Failure to maintain vegetation can result in enforcement action by the City Marshal’s Office.
Keeping Amarillo neighborhoods well-maintained is a shared responsibility. The City’s weed and tall grass ordinance helps prevent pests, reduce fire risk, and maintain property values across our community.
Report a Parking Violation Online
If you need to report a parking violation within Amarillo city limits, select “Report a Parking Violation Online.”
Reports may include concerns such as blocked fire lanes, misuse of accessible (handicap) spaces, or violations in public parking areas. These reports help ensure parking remains available and accessible for those who need it most.
Submitted reports are reviewed by City Marshals and may also support monitoring efforts in high-concern areas, including through approved volunteer assistance.
Join our Parking Enforcement Volunteers
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Join us in serving the elderly and disabled members of our city! The Accessible Parking Enforcement Patrol is seeking dedicated volunteers to help ensure accessible parking for those who need it most.
If you’re ready to contribute to a meaningful cause, we’d love to hear from you! Simply complete the application, and we’ll reach out to you. All training and equipment will be provided, so you can get started right away.
City Marshal: reportable violations
Reportable Violations include:
- Commercial vehicle parked in a residential area
- Operating a business in a residential area
- Living in a travel trailer
- Improper fence maintenance
- Open/unsecured structure
- Occupying a home without city utilities
- More than two garage sales in 12 months
- Damaged/dilapidated sign
Complaint Types
- Dangerous Structure: Vacant, unsecured, damaged, or unsafe buildings.
- Junk Vehicle: Expired registration and either wrecked, dismantled, discarded, or inoperable (including motor vehicles, RVs, aircraft, or watercraft).
- Weeds, Junk, and Debris: Overgrown vegetation — grass and weeds over 8 inches and/or accumulated trash/junk.
For more details about reportable violations and complaints with the City Marshal’s office, review the Amarillo Municipal Code.
city marshal faqs
Quick answers to common questions about City Marshal services.
About the City Marshal’s Office
How was the new City Marshal Office formed?
The City Marshal office was a merger of previous positions from the previous Fire Marshal office, Building Safety, and Police Department Parking Enforcement departments. The staff members retain their original responsibilities but are now collectively housed under the City Marshal department.
Do City Marshals carry firearms?
Only City Marshal peace officers will be equipped with badges and weapons. The City Marshal Civilian force will not have a badge or weapon.
Who are the Code Enforcement Officers?
Code Enforcement Officers are civilian staff responsible for ensuring compliance with city ordinances. They focus on issues like property maintenance, zoning, and other non-criminal matters.
Submitting Reports, Concerns or complaints
How do I report a violation with the City Marshal?
You can submit a report through the City’s website or contact the City Marshal’s Office directly.
How do I submit a complaint about City Marshal services or staff?
Concerns or complaints can be submitted through the City’s official feedback channels or by contacting the City Marshal’s Office directly.
Common Violations
What is considered a dangerous structure?
A dangerous structure is any building or property condition that poses a risk to public health, safety, or welfare. This may include structures that are unsafe, unstable, or not maintained.
What is a junk vehicle?
A junk vehicle is typically a vehicle that is inoperable, unregistered, wrecked, dismantled, or abandoned, and visible from public view.
Common Violations
Weed & Tall Grass Enforcement
What does the weed/grass ordinance require?
Property owners must keep grass, weeds, and vegetation below the allowed height on all properties, including residential, commercial, and vacant lots. Failure to maintain a property may result in enforcement action by the City Marshal’s Office.
What is considered a weed/grass height violation?
Grass, weeds, or vegetation taller than 8 inches is a violation under the city ordinance.
How does the weed/grass height enforcement process work?
A case begins when a property is reported or observed. A Code Enforcement Officer inspects the property, and if a violation is confirmed, a Notice of Violation is issued with required actions and a deadline. The property is then reinspected after the compliance period.
How do I report a property for a weed/grass height issue?
Report overgrown properties through the City’s website or by contacting the City Marshal’s Office.
How long do property owners have to fix a weed/grass height issue?
Property owners are typically given 14 days to bring the property into compliance after receiving a Notice of Violation.
Can you request more time to bring the property into weed/grass height compliance?
Yes. Extensions may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Contact the City Marshal’s Office as soon as possible to request one.
Will I be notified before the City takes action on the weed/grass height issue?
Yes. A Notice of Violation is provided before any additional enforcement steps are taken.
What happens if the property's weed/grass height is not maintained?
If the issue is not corrected, the City may hire a contractor to mow or clear the property. The cost may be billed to the property owner.