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1. How tall can my grass be?

Grass should not exceed six inches in height.

2. How do I submit an animal complaint?

For barking dogs, contact the Code Enforcement Office at (509) 942-7739, Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. After hours, call the non-emergency dispatch number, (509) 628-0333. For all other animal complaints, contact Tri-City Animal Control at (509) 545-3740.

Anonymous Animal Noise complaints will not be accepted. This type of complaint requires reporting party information. Animal Complaint Log and Instructions

3. How can I report a noise complaint?

Noise violations are enforced by the Richland Police Department. To report a noise violation call the non-emergency police dispatch number (509) 628-0333.

4. What is considered a junk vehicle?

Junk vehicles must be out of public view and are defined as having at least three of the five following criteria:

• Over three years old


• Expired registration/license


• Apparently inoperable


• Extensively damaged


• Scrap value only

5. How much trash is allowed in a yard?

It is a code violation to have over two cubic yards of materials or trash in a yard.

6. How must I store RVs and large vehicles?

The following vehicles may not be stored on public streets for an excess of five days, and must be set back 10 feet from the roadway on private property:

• Boats


• Campers


• Motor homes


• Recreational vehicles


• Utility trailers


• Large vehicles

7. Can I leave appliances, furniture and vehicle parts outside?

Household appliances or vehicle parts must not be visible from public / private property.

8. Are dying shrubs and trees a code violation?

Vegetation which poses a risk to healthy crops / vegetation, people or property is considered a code violation.

9. Where can I report intersection obstructions?

Any objects that interfere with the safe passage of persons or vehicles is considered to be an intersection obstruction. If the obstruction is creating an immediate hazard, call the non-emergency police dispatch number (509) 628-0333. For all other obstructions please call the City of Richland Streets Department Supervisor at (509) 942-7524.