City of Marshall issued the following announcement on July 19.
The City is getting a lot of complaints about these issues and would prefer not to write citations. Your attention to these matters would be appreciated.
We have received complaints on a variety of ordinance violations across the City. While we are and will continue to work on enforcement actions, please help us y addressing these issues before they become problems. Here are a few of the top issues that have led to complaints:
1. Weed and Grass growth over 8" tall. Properties need to be maintained to this standard. There are exceptions for wooded lots and actively managed landscapes.
2. Garbage containers being left by the curb at all times. City ordinances require containers to be put out no more than 24 hours prior to collection and require them to be removed 12 hours after collection.
3. Unlicensed vehicles in yards.
4. Front yard parking. Parking on unimproved surfaces in front yards is prohibited.
5. Blighted properties- Properties must be maintained in good condition (surfaces painted or some other siding). Roof and drainage systems maintained (no weeds growing from gutters)
6. Accumulation of items outside of a structure.
7. Items are continuing to be left between the curb and sidewalk. The City provides a large clean up once per year and that has passed. Unless you have called in for a weekly bulk pick-up, items should not be left out.
City staff are surveying properties and have started sending out violation letters. Please help us and your neighborhood by doing your part to avoid these issues. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
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