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1. When does my sidewalks/inlet need to be replaced?

Anytime the condition of your sidewalks or inlet pose a possible hazard to the general public. This can be caused by broken or raised concrete. Asphalt is not allowed on an inlet. Contact Code Compliance for sidewalk inspection

2. When is grass or weeds considered overgrown?

If grass or weeds are taller than 9 inches, it is considered overgrown.

3. What is considered a stagnant pool?

A pool that is green, breeding mosquitoes or algae is considered stagnant and must be treated.

4. Can a legal vehicle be parked on a public street?

A vehicle must be moved every 72 hrs. if parked on a city street.

5. Where can an RV be legally parked?

RVs must be placed in rear or side yard, behind front setback. If the property is located on a corner lot, you have two front setbacks.

6. Can a vehicle be stored on private property?

If a vehicle is not legally licensed or not operable, it must be placed within an enclosure. A vehicle that weighs under 14,000 pounds, GVWR, has a legal license and is operable, can be placed on a solid, dust free, surface, such as a concrete or asphalt drive, in the front setback. If it is stored in the side or rear of the property, it can be parked on the grass.

7. What are the requirements for all real estate signs?

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE SIGN REQUIREMENTS

• A permit is required for all Commercial Real Estate signs. The following is required to make a application for permit:

1. A site plan, showing placement of sign and distance from roadway.
2. A picture of the sign, with dimensions.
3. Name and phone number of responsible party.
4. PERMIT MUST BE RENEWED EVERY 6 MONTHS, AS LONG AS SIGN IS UP.

• RESTRICTIONS:

1. Only one sign per property, no matter the size.
2. Max. square footage of signage is 20 sq. feet; if sign is two sided, 10 ft. per side is max.
3. Max. height of sign is 5 ft., measured from ground to tallest point of sign.
4. No banners, pennants or decorative flags can be attached to the sign.

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE SIGN REQUIREMENTS

• No permit is required. The following is the restrictions on placement of the sign.

1. Only one sign per property.
2. Max. size per sign is 6 sq. ft.
3. No off premise signs allowed, such as directional or open house.
4. Signs must be placed on property, not in the easement/right of way.

Any illegal residential signs will be removed by Code Compliance.
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