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LEHI -- Lehi is trying a friendly approach to get residents to clean up their act. The Lehi City Code Enforcement Department issued 507 violations in the city, citing a variety of community standards, public health and safety issues.
Lehi City wants to bring more attention to the 12 most violated city codes from last year, so it has put together a humorous dirty dozen list and an explanation of the code or ordinance that they relate to.
- Junk, Trash & Debris
Otherwise known as: All the stuff that belongs in the dump, but never seems to make it there. - Inoperable vehicles
Otherwise known as: Uncle Larry's "classic" truck (motor not included). - Overgrown conditions
Otherwise known as: When you cannot see Uncle Larry's "classic" truck because the grass is too tall. *Refer to violation No. 2. - Improper Use: Commercial Vehicles
Otherwise known as: When your front yard becomes an all-night truck stop. - Fence Violations
Otherwise know as: When your property looks like a fortress because of the barricade around it. - Window Violations
Otherwise known as: Just because the neighbor's kid broke the window, doesn't mean you don't have to fix it. - Vehicles: Improper Storage of Parts
Otherwise known as: Parts that belong on Uncle Larry's "classic" truck laying all around the yard. *Refer to violation No. 2. - Improper Outside/Open Storage
Otherwise known as: It's time to build a shed if you're going to store that much stuff. *Some restrictions may apply. - Sign Violations
Otherwise known as: Uncle Larry's "classic" truck sale and marketing plan. *Refer to violation No. 2. *Some restrictions may apply. - Improper Use of Zone
Otherwise known as: A home is not a home when you are operating a business out of it. *Some restrictions may apply. - Right-of-Way Obstructions
Otherwise known as: Not being able to use the sidewalk because Uncle Larry's "classic" truck is parked in the way. *Refer to violation No. 2. - Work without Permits
Otherwise known as: Building Uncle Larry's storage shed to his informal specifications (not a good idea). *Refer to violations No. 2, No. 7, No. 8.
The violations could lead to fines and, in extreme cases, foreclosure on your home. The city says they also affect the appearance and safety of the community. For more information, you can call 801-766-5800, or click here.
E-mail: rjeppesen@ksl.com
