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1. Beekeeping

Beekeeping is allowed in single family areas as of 9/10/2015.  BMC 6-24-050  Special restrictions apply and a license must be obtained from the Community Development Department for $25.

2. Chickens

Up to five chickens are allowed in single family areas but must meet restrictions and a license is required.  BMC 6-24-010  A license can be obtained from the Community Development Department for $25. 

3. Detached Trailers

Trailers on the street need to be attached to a towing vehicle.  BMC 10-12-040

4. Dumping Prohibited

It is unlawful to dump anything on any public or private property.  BMC 8-04-020

5. Encroachment or Obstruction

Please keep fences and vegetation from blocking sidewalks, streets, and the view of traffic or traffic signs.  BMC 12-08-020

6. Junk/Inoperable Vehicles

Any vehicle not displaying current license plates or not operable needs to be stored inside a garage or removed from the property.  BMC 8-20-020

7. Off-Street Parking

Vehicles need to be parked on an improved surface such as concrete, asphalt, or three inches of gravel kept free of vegetation.  For allowed parking locations see Section 17-32-080(D) of the municipal code.

8. Property Nuisance

Properties must be properly maintained.  If a home has a deteriorated roof and broken windows along with weeds or rubbish, a property nuisance violation may exist.  BMC 8-17-020

9. Refrigerators

If you must place a refrigerator outside while waiting for its removal, please remove or secure the doors to prevent children from being trapped.  BMC 8-16-130

10. Rubbish

Keep your property free of discarded items or items not made to be placed outside.  BMC 8-08-040(B)

11. Signs

Signs generally require a permit and cannot be located off-site.  Check with the Planning Division on sign restrictions.  BMC 17-44-060

12. Snow Removal

Snow must be removed from public walks no later than noon of the day following the snowfall.  BMC 12-04-020

13. Too Many Persons

A maximum of three unrelated persons can live in a home.  No limit exists if everyone is related.  BMC 17-04-202

14. Weeds

Any vegetation, including woody shrubs, not part of a planned and maintained landscape may not exceed 12 inches in height.  BMC 8-08-040(A)

15. Zoning

Uses must comply with the requirements of the zoning district in which they are located.  BMC 17-02-030