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Additions to buildings or structures without permits 

PMC 14.04.030 All sections in the codes referenced in Section 14.04.010 herein pertaining to violations are amended in their entirety to read as follows: It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, or demolish, equip, use, occupy, or maintain any building or structure in the City, or cause same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any of the provisions of this Ordinance, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance is committed, continued, or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such persons shall be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment for not more than one (1) year, or by both such fine and imprisonment. In addition to the above penalty provisions, violation of any of the provisions of this chapter may be subject to the administrative proceedings set forth in Chapter 1.25 of this code. (Ord. 7127 § 4 (part), 2007)

Building materials stored on a residential lot exceeding 30 days without open permits.  PMC 14.50.040 (17) Dirt, sand, gravel, concrete, scrap metal, wood, building materials or other similar materials kept, stored, deposited or accumulated on property for a period of 30 days (excluding such time when work is in progress pursuant to a valid building or other construction permit).
Buildings with structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical or other code violations PMC 14.50.040 (15) Any structure in a state of substantial deterioration, including but not limited to: peeling paint on a facade, broken windows, roof in disrepair, damaged porch, broken steps or other deterioration or disrepair, visible from a public street, sidewalk, or from neighboring properties, where such condition would have a tendency to depreciate substantially the aesthetic environment or property values of surrounding properties.
Buildings that have been abandoned and not maintained PMC14.70.050(A) It is unlawful and a misdemeanor for an
owner to do any of the following:
A. Maintain any vacant lot or building
in a blighted condition in violation
of the property maintenance and nuisance
abatement ordinance and this section;
Buildings that are damaged, in a state of incomplete construction, or partial demolition. PMC 14.50.040 (13) Residential or commercial buildings left in a state of incomplete construction, partial demolition, damaged by vandalism, fire, earthquake or other acts for a period of 6 months (excluding such time when work is in progress pursuant to a valid building or other construction permit).
Buildings with substantial deterioration or disrepair PMC 14.50.040 (15) Any structure in a state of substantial deterioration,
including but not limited to: peeling paint on a facade,
broken windows, roof in disrepair, damaged porch,
broken steps or other deterioration or disrepair, visible
from a public street, sidewalk, or from neighboring
properties, where such condition would have a tendency
to depreciate substantially the aesthetic environment or
property values of surrounding properties.
Businesses operating from a residence without required Home Occupation Permit PMC 17.50.110(B) Permit requirement. A Home Occupation Permit shall be required before the establishment of a home occupation use. After receiving an application, a permit shall be issued by the Director upon the determination that the proposed home occupation use complies with this Section.
Clotheslines or clothes hanging in front yards or front porches PMC14.050.040(2) Clotheslines or clothes hanging in front
yards, on front porches, or balcony railings
and visible from a public street.
Fences constructed without required permits  PMC 14.04.015 PMC 14.04.015 Section 105.2 of the California Building Code
to read as follows: A zoning permit may be required for items
exempted from building permit requirements under Appendix 1
Section 105.2. Exempted work shall not violate any provisions
of this code, Federal, State, Local laws, or regulations.
(Ord. 7127 § 4 (part), 2007)

Garages or other accessory structures converted for habitable purposes

PMC 14.04.030 All sections in the codes referenced in Section 14.04.010 herein pertaining to violations are amended in their entirety to read as follows: It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, or demolish, equip, use, occupy, or maintain any building or structure in the City, or cause same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any of the provisions of this Ordinance, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance is committed, continued, or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such persons shall be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment for not more than one (1) year, or by both such fine and imprisonment. In addition to the above penalty provisions, violation of any of the provisions of this chapter may be subject to the administrative proceedings set forth in Chapter 1.25 of this code. (Ord. 7127 § 4 (part), 2007)

Graffiti on the exterior of any building for more than 48 hours  14.50.040(12) Graffiti or other words, letters or drawings
which remain on the exterior of any building
or fence for a period of 48 hours and are
visible from a street, sidewalk or alley.
Signs constructed, installed or placed without permits PMC17.48.030(A) Building Permit required. To ensure compliance with
the regulations of this Chapter, a Building Permit shall
be required in order to alter, apply, erect, move, or
reconstruct a permanent sign, except signs or routine
maintenance that are exempt from the regulations of
this Chapter in compliance with 17.48.040 (Exempt
Signs and Maintenance) - see additional code
Signs maintained in a deteriorated condition

 PMC17.48.100(E)(1) All signs and sign structures including those otherwise specifically exempt from the provisions of this Chapter, including all parts, portions, and materials, shall be maintained in good repair, and structurally sound. The display surface of all signs shall be kept clean, neatly painted, and free from rust and corrosion. Banners shall be replaced if tattered or worn. Any cracks, broken surfaces, malfunctioning lights, missing sign copy, or other unmaintained or damaged portion of a sign shall be repaired or replaced within 30 calendar days following notification by the City. Noncompliance with the notification shall constitute a public nuisance.

Trees that have become decayed, diseased, dead or hazardous 14.50.040(9) Dead, decayed, diseased or hazardous
trees which constitute an unsightly
appearance, or present a danger to
public safety and welfare, or are
detrimental to neighboring properties
or property values.
Trees that impede traffic visibility, pedestrians, or motorists 14.50.040(10) Trees or other vegetation obstructing visibility
at an intersection, or which restrict or impede
access to public use of adjacent sidewalks or
streets, obstruct official traffic-control devices,
or prevent access by city street sweepers
cleaning streets. Sidewalk access is impeded
when encroaching shrubbery, ground cover,
tree branches and other such vegetation cause
less than a minimum clear area of 5 feet in width,
and 7 feet 6 inches in height to be available for
sidewalk traffic.
Trash, junk and debris accumulation  (PMC14.50.040(1)The accumulation of dirt, litter, junk, salvage materials,
lumber or other debris visible from a street, sidewalk, alley
or neighboring property, or verified through other lawful means.
Vacant lots that are not maintained  (PMC14.50.040(1)&(8) (1)The accumulation of dirt, litter, junk, salvage materials,
lumber or other debris visible from a street, sidewalk, alley
or neighboring property, or verified through other lawful means.
(8)Overgrown vegetation likely to harbor rats, or other vermin,
or which attain such growth as to become a fire menace when
dry or which are otherwise noxious, dangerous or unsightly.
Vacant lots or buildings that are not secured PMC14.50.040(10) Failure to secure all doorways, windows or other openings
into a vacant structure, or provide fencing for the entire
parcel containing the vacant structure, to prevent persons
from gaining unauthorized access.
Vegetation that is overgrown PMC14.50.040(8) Overgrown vegetation likely to harbor rats, or other vermin, or which attain such growth as to become a fire menace when dry or which are otherwise noxious, dangerous or unsightly.
Vehicles - Commercial or construction vehicles parked in a residential district(14.50.040(24) Parking or storage of commercial or construction vehicles or equipment in areas zoned for residential use.
Vehicles - Inoperable vehicles stored in areas other than an enclosed structure  14.050.040(23) Failure to park or store in a garage inoperative vehicles, or vehicles placed on blocks, or otherwise immobilized which are in a residential zone.

Vehicles - Recreational vehicle parked in prohibited areas

14.050.040(29) Oversized vehicles (including but not limited to motor homes, recreational vehicles, trailers, camper shells, slide-in campers, boats, or parts thereof) parked or stored other than in covered parking or on a paved area at the rear of the property Such prohibition shall not apply if the rear yard is inaccessible to the vehicle, in which case parking may be permitted on a paved driveway subject to the following restrictions: a. The vehicle shall be parked at least 5 feet beyond the front yard property line if there is a sidewalk between the property and the street. If there is no sidewalk between the property and the street curb, the vehicle must be parked at least 5 feet from the paved edge of the street. b. If the oversized vehicle owner’s driveway adjoins a driveway of neighboring property, the location of the oversized vehicle in the driveway shall not create a safety hazard or obstruct the view within 15 feet of the sidewalk or edge of the roadway of that neighbor when entering or leaving his/her driveway. c. An oversized vehicle parked in the driveway shall not prevent the parking spaces in the garage from being readily accessible. “Readily accessible” means that the oversized vehicle does not have to be moved in order for a second vehicle to enter or exit the garage or carport. d. Parking in the front yard shall be only upon a driveway leading to covered parking. e. An oversized vehicle parked in the driveway shall be fully operational, completely assembled, supported only by inflated tires, in good repair, neat and clean. Wrecked, dismantled, unregistered or inoperative vehicles shall not be parked in the driveway or in the rear yard, subject to other sanctions as set forth in this code. f. An oversized vehicle parked in the driveway shall be moved out of the driveway periodically (i.e., at least once every 30 days) to permit the surface underneath to be cleaned. g. No vehicle shall be parked on the grass, dirt or other landscaped areas surrounding a residence. h. Vehicle shall be owned or leased by the residents of the property and licensed with a current registration. i. An oversized vehicle shall not be used for storage, living or sleeping while parked in the driveway and shall not be connected to water or sewer lines for more than 72 hours. j. An oversized vehicle may be parked in the driveway for up to 72 hours for the purpose of loading or unloading supplies, or preparing the vehicle for a trip.

Violation of “land-use entitlements” such as CUP’s Variances, etc.

PMC1.24.010(A) In addition to the above penalty provisions, violation of any of the provisions of this chapter may be subject to the administrative proceedings set forth in Chapter 1.25 of this code. (Ord. 7127 § 4 (part), 2007) A. No person shall violate or fail to comply with any provision or requirement of this code. Any person who violates or fails to comply with any provision or requirement of this code shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, unless (1) such a violation or failure is designated as an infraction or is subsequently prosecuted as an infraction, in which case such person is guilty of an infraction; or (2) such a violation or failure is prosecuted as a civil administrative action pursuant to Chapter 1.25 or Chapter 1.26 of this title. B. Any violation of any provision of this code may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor, as an infraction, or as a civil administrative action in the discretion of the city attorney or city prosecutor, or their assistants. (Ord. 6761 § 3, 1998: Ord. 6087 § 1, 1984: Ord. 5195 § 1 (part), 1975)

Yard sales conducted without permits  PMC17.50.190(A) No person may sell or dispose of personal property at a charity bazaar,
garage sale, religious assembly use, yard sale, or similar event in an
RS or RM zoning districts without first obtaining a Personal Property
Sales Permit. (A) The permit shall be obtained at least 24 hours
before the proposed sale.

 

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Last modified on June 30, 2008