Regularly mow lawns and maintain vegetation on your property. 

Helpful tips: 

• Keep grass and weeds trimmed and maintained 
• Remove excessive vegetation around structures 
• Maintain landscaping so it does not obstruct sidewalks or streets 

Outdoor areas should be kept free of items that create clutter or nuisance conditions. 

Examples include: 

• Household debris or discarded furniture 
• Scrap materials or appliances stored outside 
• Construction debris left on the property 
• Trash stored outside containers 

Vehicles stored on private property should be operable and properly registered. 

Avoid: 

• Storing inoperable vehicles on the property 
• Parking vehicles in yards or unapproved surfaces 
• Leaving abandoned vehicles on private property 

Structures should be kept safe, secure, and properly maintained. 

Examples of maintenance issues include: 

• Broken windows or unsecured openings 
• Exterior deterioration or structural damage 
• Roof or siding maintenance issues 

Make sure the use of your property complies with local zoning regulations. 

Examples include: 

• Operating businesses only where permitted 
• Obtaining approval for certain home occupations 
• Following regulations related to outdoor storage or commercial activity 

Certain improvements require permits or zoning approval. 

This may include: 

• Sheds or accessory structures 
• Fences 
• Decks or additions 
• Major exterior renovations 

Contact the Planning & Community Development Department before beginning work if you are unsure whether a permit is required. 

Signs must comply with the City’s sign regulations. 

Common issues include: 

• Signs installed without permits 
• Signs placed in public rights-of-way 
• Oversized temporary signs 

Conditions that affect the surrounding neighborhood may be considered nuisances. 

Examples include: 

• Standing water or drainage problems 
• Accumulation of debris or hazardous materials 
• Fire hazards on private property