Brownsville, PA · Fayette County
Code Complaint Form
Brownsville residents use this written form to report an alleged property or code violation to the Borough Office of Code Enforcement.
What this form is
Use this form to give the Borough Office of Code Enforcement details about an alleged violation, such as its location, type, and nature. The Borough says a written form is required to file a complaint and asks complainants to provide contact information, answer questions about access and possible witness participation, and sign and date the form. Rental housing complaints require additional information.
Who needs it
Residents who want the Borough of Brownsville to investigate an alleged code-related issue should complete and file this written complaint form.
How to submit it
Complete the written form and submit it to the Borough Office of Code Enforcement at 200 Second Street, Brownsville, PA 15417. The form lists phone numbers but does not specify a submission method.
About notarization
This complaint form is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, and the signer confirms the statements are true.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Code Complaint Form for the alleged violation you want the Borough to investigate.
- 2
Complete The Complaint
Fill in the applicable fields, including the property location, violation concerns, and your name, address, and phone number.
- 3
Answer The Access Questions
Indicate whether Borough personnel may walk on your property and whether you would consider being a witness.
- 4
Sign And Submit
Sign and date the form, then submit it to the Office of Code Enforcement at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Code Complaint Form?
- No. The form requires the complainant to sign and date it, but it has no notary block or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Code Complaint Form?
- Complete the written form and submit it to the Office of Code Enforcement at 200 Second Street, Brownsville, PA 15417.
- What information does the complaint form ask for?
- It asks for the property location, alleged violation details, complainant contact information, and responses about property access and possible witness participation. Rental complaints require additional details.
- Can I file a complaint anonymously?
- The form says contact information is required. It also warns that an anonymous or unsigned complaint may not be addressed as a priority, depending on the issue.