What is considered a violation?

 Here are some of the issues Code Enforcement addresses:

• Inoperable Vehicles - Cars, RV’s and trailers which cannot operate on public street are considered inoperable
• Illegal Parking - Parking on lawn/grass, dirt, gravel, sidewalk, or blocking view of traffic is considered illegal parking. Operable cars in the driveway must be parked on paved surface (i.e. concrete or asphalt).
• Trash/Debris - Any accumulation of garbage, trash, appliances, old furniture or scrap material.
• Overgrown Vegetation - Tall, dry grass or dead vegetation may pose a fire hazard an must be cleared.
• Illegal Construction - Any room additions, sheds, patio covers, carports, and garage conversions require a permit. Permit may be obtained from the City of Riverside Building & Safety Department.
• Trash Containers - Trash containers must be screened public view.
• Over Height Fence - Generally front and side yard not to exceed 3 feet (solid) or 4 feet (non-solid) and rear yard 6 feet.
• Renting - No more than four (non-related) renters at a single family home.
• Parking in yards - You may park your cars, campers, trucks, boats, or RV's in your driveway if they are in running condition. They may not be parked on the lawn or on a dirt or gravel area. Vehicles exceeding 10,000 lbs. GVWR may not be parked on residential property.
• Home operated businesses - Some home businesses that do not generate customer traffic, noise, or have visible storage of material may be allowed under a Home Occupations Permit. Other types of businesses that disrupt the neighborhood are not allowed.
• Fences - Most back and side yard fences may not be more than 6 feet tall. Front yard fences of open construction may be 4 feet tall, but solid fences in a front yard are limited to 3 feet. Properties that have swimming pools are subject to regulation on the type of fencing and must have self closing and self latching gates to prevent accidents.

My car has been towed - how do I get it back?

If your car has been towed due to 72hr. parking, please contact the Riverside Police Department’s Traffic Division at (951) 353-7992

I have a lien on my property, what do I need to do?

The payment of all due Property Tax to date to the County Assessor’s Office releases all monetary liens. All liens are paid to the Riverside County Assessor’s Office as part of the Property Tax Bill. No other release is necessary on: Trash/Rubbish, Weed, or Vehicle liens. All other types of liens, such as Dangerous/Substandard Building or Notice of Pendency please contact us at (951) 826-5633.

How many garage sales can I have in a year?

You are allowed one (1) garage sale per year for 3 consecutive days. No permits required.