The Highland Heights Code Enforcement Board met on November 5, 2025, with Chairman Joe Hagedorn, Commissioners Kenneth Hoffman, and Joe Grove present. Minutes from the August 6 meeting were approved, and the board reviewed staff reports and quarterly enforcement updates. Code Enforcement Officer Dave Ferguson reported steady progress on multiple cases, including the successful abatement of several neglected properties. He also noted coordination with developers near the Lowe’s construction site, where new work is expected to begin soon, and confirmed that recent utility projects, including Duke Energy’s pipeline work, have been completed without further complaints.Finance staff reported strong lien recovery totals due to code enforcement fees being collected through property tax escrows, helping reduce outstanding balances. The board discussed one ongoing foreclosure case and noted the continuing vacancy on the board, inviting residents to apply.Two citation appeals were heard. The first involved resident Stacy, who was cited for property maintenance issues but explained delays due to serious health problems and limited assistance. After discussion, the board voted unanimously to waive the $300 fine and refund the lien payment. The second case involved Chuck Alley, who received a citation for items in his driveway during a permitted yard sale. The board determined the violation resulted from a miscommunication and voted to dismiss the citation entirely.In closing, Ferguson discussed the city’s ongoing effort to remove unauthorized roadside signs and noted that sign posting on public rights-of-way remains prohibited. The meeting adjourned following discussion of jurisdictional boundaries and upcoming construction in neighboring Cold Spring.This summary of the November 5, 2025 Highland Heights Code Enforcement Board meeting was generated using AI and may contain minor inaccuracies. For official records, please refer to the city’s approved minutes or meeting video.

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