Nuisance Abatement
At Serviam, we are dedicated to serving the public interest, promoting community health and safety, and contributing to the greater good. One essential aspect of municipal law that we specialize in is nuisance abatement, a critical component for maintaining the well-being and quality of life in our communities.
Nuisance abatement is the cornerstone of our commitment to public service. It encompasses the identification and resolution of conditions or activities that adversely affect residents and the overall livability of neighborhoods. These issues can range from noise disturbances, blight, and dangerous buildings to illegal activities that disrupt the peace and harmony of a community.
Nuisance abatement involves the legal and administrative actions taken by local governments to eliminate or mitigate nuisances. Nuisances are broadly defined as anything that interferes with the reasonable enjoyment of life or property, often causing harm, discomfort, or inconvenience to others.
Serviam’s Managing Partner, Curtis Wright, leads a highly specialized team with extensive experience in nuisance abatement. Curtis is a seasoned city prosecutor and city attorney, representing numerous municipal agencies throughout California. His expertise in this field is a testament to our commitment to addressing nuisance-related challenges effectively.
If your community is grappling with nuisance issues, we invite you to reach out to Curtis and the Serviam Team for a complimentary preliminary case analysis. Our dedicated professionals are ready to collaborate with you to create safer, more livable environments that benefit all residents. Contact us today to initiate a positive change in your community.
Contact Info
(949) 529-5922
Wright@Serviam.Law
- Receiverships
- Code Enforcement
- Dangerous Buildings
- Substandard Housing
- Red-Tag / Condemnation
- Dilapidated Buildings
- Slumlord Properties
- Hoarders
- Junkyards
- Drug Houses
- Abandoned Buildings
- Blighted Properties
- Nuisance Properties
- Vacant Properties
- Apartment Complexes
- Single-Family Residences
- Cannabis & Marijuana
- Illegal Gambling
- Unlawful Businesses
- Prostitution & Massage Parlors
- Human Trafficking Enforcement
- Recycling Facilities
- Land-Use & Zoning Violations
- Health & Safety Code Enforcement
- Building Code Violations
- Sidewalk Vending
- Street Vending
- Administrative Enforcement
- Administrative Hearings
- Administraive Fines
- Criminal Prosecutions
- Civil Litigation
- Civil Fines
- Temporary Restraining Orders (TRO)
- Civil Injunctions
- Cost Recovery
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