What is required regarding trash, debris, indoor and outdoor storage?

Trash and debris on your property can invite criminal activity, graffiti, and illegal dumping and can contribute to infestations of insects and rodents. Remove trash and debris and store all property in an approved manner. Contact our Planning Department to ensure you are complying with all regulations especially when storing or parking boats or commercial and recreational vehicles in a residential area.

Store inoperable vehicles in an enclosed building out of public view or remove them from your property. Participate in agency-sponsored trash/garbage removal programs that usually occur once a year. Mill Valley's City ordinance (7.04.150) requires all residence to have disposal service.

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1. Can I flush my pool water onto the ground or down a storm drain?
2. What are the dangers of mold and mildew and whom do I call if I encounter this problem?
3. I disagree that my property has a violation. Can I appeal the staff's determination of the violation?
4. How much will my building permit cost?
5. What will happen if I don't get a permit for the work that generated the violation?
6. I received notice for a code violation. Who turned me in?
7. What is required regarding trash, debris, indoor and outdoor storage?
8. Who do I report graffiti to?
9. What do I do if I own or know of a vacant, unsecured substandard structure?
10. The person who turned me in has a violation on their property. Why aren't you investigating them?
11. Are gas-powered leaf blowers allowed in Mill Valley?
12. Can I keep bees?
13. Can I keep chickens or rabbits in my yard?
14. My neighbor's construction project is making a lot of noise - what is allowed?
15. Does the City require yard and lot maintenance? If so, why?
16. Why should pools be maintained and what should I do if I know of someone with a pool that is not being maintained?
17. Who do I contact if I want to change or put a new sign outside of my business?
18. Why do I have to pay penalties if I'm getting a permit to correct the violation?
19. How do I report a code violation?
20. How long do I have to fix the violation?
21. What are the rules if I want to run a business out of my home?
22. How do I report an encroachment on Steps, Lanes, or Paths?
23. Who do I contact if I am having an animal issue?