 Eagle Point likes clean
propertiesI and several other people would like to know: Is there a law that can get people in Eagle Point, and other cities, to clean up around their house and property? Is there a fine for those who don't? -- Kay Y., Eagle Point There is something neatniks can do, Kay, at least in Eagle Point. The city's ordinances concerning unkempt property address two areas of concern: high weeds that may be a fire hazard and trash or anything else that could be construed as unsanitary; and wrecked, discarded or abandoned vehicles. If you notice the former, call City Hall and the complaint goes to the building department. The staff then sends a letter to that address asking residents to clean up their act. If nothing gets done, the mess-makers can be fined $25 to $250. Regarding junk cars, the city gets a little tougher. Residents noticing a burgeoning auto graveyard can call police, who will talk to the cars' owners. If the offenders don't get rid of the junked autos, they can be fined up to $100 a day per vehicle. If the police end up tagging and towing the stuff to relieve the eyesore, the owners are charged with those costs as well. (Send your questions to "Since You Asked," Mail Tribune Newsroom, P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501; or by fax to (541) 776-4376; or by e-mail to: youasked@mailtribune.com Please include your name, address and phone number for verification.) |
