How to Register Abandoned Properties

Verify the property is located within the City of Colton. Determining jurisdiction is the responsibility of the trustee or beneficiary. Refunds will not be made for incorrect filings. If you are uncertain the property is within City of Colton jurisdiction, please contact our office to verify the address. Complete the property registration form (PDF) along with your designation of a local property maintenance contact person and return it to our office along with the payment of fees.

Multiple Properties

If you have multiple properties to register in our city, please contact us via email and we will send an electronic form to register multiple properties. Registration is not complete until payment is received.

How to Submit Registrations & Payment Options

For your convenience we accept registrations by:

• U.S. Mail - Mail the completed registration form with a check payable to City of Colton for the total calculated amount ($150 registration fee per property) to:
  Code Enforcement
  650 N. La Cadena Drive
  Colton, CA 92324
• Email - Email the completed registration form. The $150 registration fee can be paid by phone using a MasterCard or Visa by calling 909-370-5114, Monday through Thursday during business hours.
• Fax - Fax the completed registration form to 909-370-5158. Once your fax is received, the $150 registration fee can be paid by phone using a MasterCard or Visa by calling 909-370-5114, Monday through Thursday during business hours.
• In-person - Bring the completed registration form and $150 (cash, check, MasterCard, or Visa) to the Colton Police Department Main Station, Monday through Thursday during business hours, located at:
  650 N. La Cadena Dr
  Colton, CA 92324