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19.19.030 - Property maintenance.

Part of the Code of Ordinances of Commerce, CA.

Local law · Updated May 13, 2025 · 2,277 sections

The text

The following standards are established to regulate the maintenance of all properties, land uses, and structures in the city: A.

Abandoned and inoperable automobiles, recreational vehicles, camper shells, or boats shall not be kept on the driveways of private property for more than seven days.

B.

Debris, rubbish, and trash, including but not limited to discarded old furniture, appliances, boxes, toys, etc.; discarded building materials; and equipment and materials stored on rooftops shall not be visible from public rights-of-way for more than three days.

C.

Structurally unsafe buildings, including but not limited to those with known fire hazards; faulty weather protection broken roofs; windows and doors; partially constructed structures when construction has ceased; unoccupied buildings that are left open; hazardous fences or walls; abandoned signs; and damaged buildings shall be demolished, removed, or fenced to prevent public access.

D.

Clotheslines shall not be allowed in front yards, nor shall fences be used as clotheslines.

E.

Erosion, subsidence, and surface water problems within a property shall be abated.

F.

Trash receptacles shall not be stored in any front yard with any residential zone.

(Ord. 544 §1(part), 2000).