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Finishing those summertime projects? Gearing up for winter? Here's a few helpful
reminders to keep your property in shape and your neighborhood looking great.
- Lawns and Weeds. Now that the rain is starting, the grass and weeds returning
to life. Fall is a good time for fertilizing and applying weed inhibiting
products. Just remember to mow and trim when the new growth becomes
overgrowth.
- Pruning. Many trees and shrubs can safely be pruned in the fall. If you
have branches hanging over the street or sidewalk, be sure to trim them 10
feet up from the street, and 8 feet up from the sidewalk. If you have
vegetation on a corner that could obstruct vision, keep it trimmed to no
greater than 3 feet in height.
- Recreational Vehicles. Now that you are done camping and boating,
it is time to put the toys away. Storage on the street or blocking the
sidewalk is prohibited. Storage on your property is allowed.
- Sports and Toys. If you have a basketball hoop, skateboard ramp,
or other equipment in the right of way, you need to relocate them onto
your property. No items are allowed to be stored or placed in the public
right of way, which includes the sidewalk and street.
- Deliveries. Whether it is a couple cords of firewood, or a load of
bark dust, deliveries need to be placed on your property and not on the
street or sidewalk.
- Debris. Now that you've mowed, trimmed, mulched, and planted, be
sure you sweep or blow the sidewalk free of debris. Grass trimmings,
leaves, mud and snow can all cause slipping, rocks and mulch can cause
tripping, and all can cause injury. You are responsible for
maintenance of the right of way abutting your home, and you can be
held liable for any injuries that occur there.
- Building Projects. Whether it is a new fence, wall, shed, or addition,
be sure to check with the City before you begin construction for approval
of all locations, sizes, and heights, and any permits needed.
- Pets. With cold and rain, pets have less desire to be outside.
If you have an "outdoor pet", now is the time to re-train the whole
family. Pet food left outside can attract pests like mice, ants,
raccoons, and stray animals. Shorter daylight hours mean drivers spend
more time on dark rainy roads, putting wandering pets at even higher risk.
And a cold, wet pet is lonely and miserable. This is unkind to the
animal and to neighbors who hear the barks or meows for attention.
Pets are a part of your family; bring them inside where it is
warm and safe.
- Mosquitoes. In the Fall? Yes. Not all mosquitoes die in cold
weather. Check around your property for places that water can
accumulate and mosquitoes will breed such as birdbaths, planters,
pots, and buckets. Keep them clean and treated with a mosquito
product or store them inside.
- Homeowner's Associations. If you have an active association,
be sure to check with them on the items listed above. What the City
allows may be restricted in your neighborhood by your CC&Rs.
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