Around the Block Club (ABC)

LIVING NEIGHBORLY: DO'S AND DON'TS To Remember

Oct 28, 2007

Being a good neighbor and keeping Morningside Park clean, are goals which all Inglewood residents should strive to achieve. Whether it's providing a helping hand on some household project or serving as the vital link in a neighborhood watch program, the value of having neighbors who are cooperative and respectful of each other's rights can never be underestimated.

While most people recognize the value of being a good neighbor, there are a number of neighborly practices, which everyone should keep in mind. The following list of "Do's and Don'ts" highlights some of the essential building blocks necessary for a clean, healthy and tranquil neighborhood.

DON'T PARK CARS ON YOUR FRONT LAWN
Lawn parking is a violation of Section 12-15 of the Inglewood Municipal Code and can result in the issuance of a citation to the owner of the vehicle.

DO help maintain the appearance of your neighborhood by parking either on the street or in your driveway.

DON'T LEAVE TRASH CANS AT THE CURB AFTER YOUR TRASH IS PICKED UP.

DO remove empty trash cans and any remaining debris from the curb within 12 hours after your trash has been picked up.

DON'T PERFORM MAINTENANCE WORK OR MAKE REPAIRS ON VEHICLES PARKED ON PUBLIC STREETS OR ALLEYS.

DO perform minor repairs and maintenance work, including oil and tire changes, brake inspections, or fluid checks in your driveway or backyard.

DON'T PLAY LOUD MUSIC OR MAKE LOUD NOISES WHICH DISTURBS THE PEACE AND QUIET OF YOUR NEIGHBORS.

DO enjoy your radio, television, or music component set, but not at the expense and irritation of others.

DON'T ALLOW OVERGROWN VEGETATION OR RUBBISH TO ACCUMULATE IN YOUR YARD.

DO keep your lawn, trees and shrubbery well watered and neatly trimmed. Diligent property maintenance of lawns and associated landscaping will increase property values as you do your part to beautify our community.

DON'T HOUSE AN UNLICENSED DOG OR ALLOW THAT ANIMAL TO ROAM THE NEIGHBORHOOD UNLEASHED.

DO obtain a license for your dog and always walk the animal with a leash.

DON'T RAISE OR KEEP CHICKENS, RABBITS, PIGEONS, DUCKS, GOATS OR ANY OTHER FOWL OR LIVESTOCK ON YOUR PROPERTY WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING A VALID PERMIT FROM THE CITY.

DO file an application for a permit to keep or raise these animals before housing them on your property. Applications may be obtained from the City Finance Dept.

DON'T USE YOUR GARAGE AS ADDITIONAL SPACE, EITHER FOR YOURSELF OR FOR OTHERS.

DO comply with City zoning regulations, which require that garages are used only for the purpose of providing shelter, and parking for vehicles owned or operated by occupants of the main building.