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Whom can I contact if I see grass overhanging on sidewalks and streets?: BGMC 12.108, it is the property owner’s responsibility to maintain all trees, plants, shrubs, or vegetation on his or her property, which includes plants obstructing the use of sidewalk or street by the public. The best solution is to contact the property owner directly about maintaining obstructing vegetation. If neighborly conversations are not getting anywhere, fill out a citizen action request or contact us.

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1. Can I place a basketball hoop in the street?: No, all obstructions to streets, alleys, crossings, or sidewalks are prohibited.

2. Whom can I contact if I see grass overhanging on sidewalks and streets?: BGMC 12.108, it is the property owner’s responsibility to maintain all trees, plants, shrubs, or vegetation on his or her property, which includes plants obstructing the use of sidewalk or street by the public. The best solution is to contact the property owner directly about maintaining obstructing vegetation. If neighborly conversations are not getting anywhere, fill out a citizen action request or contact us.

3. What constitutes a nuisance property?: A nuisance property is a broad category of items that are considered menace to public health, safety, and general welfare. Often this includes the accumulation of junk, abandoned vehicles, parts, scrap metal, piles of debris, and other unsightly materials. For an extensive definition of what constitutes a nuisance please go to BGMC 8.04.