Ordinances & Regulations


The City of Duluth's Department of Community Development & Engineering is charged with the responsibility of maintaining a comprehensive list of planning and development-related rules and regulations. These ordinances and regulations help ensure that all development activity is consistent with the City's planned growth.

A list of the most commonly used documents can be found on the left hand side of this page. If you have any questions regarding any of these ordinances and regulations please contact the Planning and Development Division by phone at 770.476.1790.

Unified Development Code (UDC)

Property Maintenance Ordinance

Local Amendment to Plumbing Code - Effective January 1, 2024

Municipal Ordinance

Health And Sanitation Ordinance