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Codes Enforcement
Codes Enforcement addresses a wide range of issues that affect our environment, health, safety, property values, and general well-being. Community preservation and improvement are now recognized as necessary to halt or reverse the deterioration of our surroundings. The objective of Code Enforcement is to obtain voluntary compliance for municipal codes.
Prosecuting a code violation is the least efficient way to guarantee an improved community. Therefore, education and guidance are the primary services rendered by a Code Enforcement Officer.
Responsibilities
- Codes complaints
- Day-to-day operations of the parking garage
- Local administrators for alcoholic beverage control
Common Questions & Complaints
The City of Danville partners with Republic Services to offer trash/recycling collection services to residents and businesses in the City of Danville. To request a replacement container, or report issues with service, please contact Republic Services at 859-263-2000. To view your collection schedule, please visit Trash Pickup and Holiday Schedule & Local Service Information | Republic Services
Here are some basic guidelines/restrictions based on City of Danville's related ordinances (§ 7-1. Definitions. (amlegal.com)):
- Garbage and trash containers for residences should be placed on the curb by your scheduled collection day - see schedule here: Trash Pickup and Holiday Schedule & Local Service Information | Republic Services
- After containers have been emptied, they should be removed from the curb and placed at the side or rear of the residence on the same day.
- Collections for businesses should be made from the rear of the premises where possible.
Additional Notes:
- Republic Services offers "bulk item pickup" approximately two times per year. This program allows you to place larger items on the curb to be collected on your normal collection date. Look for this service to be announced in early Spring and Fall annually.
- If you miss your collection window, Boyle County Convenience Centers are available, find more information here: Solid Waste & Recycling | Boyle County, KY (boylecountyky.gov)
Property owners in the City of Danville are required to prevent excessive growth of weeds and grass by cutting as close to the earth as possible to maintain uniformity, not exceeding 12 inches. This includes the areas between the sidewalk and the street.
8-1 (Ord. No 1933,51,7-22-19)
Enforcement:
A notice of violation will be provided to the property owner. They will have 5 day to remedy the problem. Continued violations could result in the City taking action to mow or maintain the lawn, applying additional fines to the property owner or liens on the property. It is the property owner's responsibility to maintain compliance.
Sidewalk maintenance is the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. Not only does it include clearing of debris, snow and trash, but it also includes replacement and repair when necessary. This requirement is very similar to most communities, not only in Kentucky, but across the nation. However, The City of Danville understands there may be hardships associated with sidewalk repair and maintenance. Please contact the City Engineer's office at 859-238-1200 or by e-mail for guidance on sidewalk issues.
The City of Danville's Code of Ordinances address the control of sounds of all kinds, including barking dogs.
The ordinance defines a "barking dog" as one that makes continuous noise for a period of 10 minutes or intermittently for one-half hour or more, day or night, across a residentially zoned or commercial zoned property lines.
Please monitor your pets noise levels and be respectful of neighbors.
Enforcement:
A Codes Enforcement Office will visit the location of the complaint and listen for the duration addressed in the ordinance. The property owner may receive a notice of violation if the noise complaint is found credible. Further complaints may lead to fines of the property owner if the issue is not resolved. No action will be taken to remove the animal. Please contact Animal Control for loose or aggressive animals.
Small contained fires (fire pits) are allowed but should follow guidance from the City of Danville Fire Department. Questions? Call 859-238-1211
Yes! You can own chickens in the City of Danville. They must be contained and not violate noise ordinances.
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Ian Young
Codes Enforcement OfficerPhone: 859-238-1200