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CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION OVERVIEW
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The Code Enforcement Division has been appointed by the Mayor to investigate violations of various city codes and
ordinances. The goal of this division is to improve the quality of life in Chubbuck by enhancing the appearance
of the city, increasing property values and promoting safe, clean nieghborhoods. Every effort is made to help
people comply with the law, but legal action such as misdemeanor citation or property liens may be employed if needed.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What are the requirements for property maintenance?
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Land owners within Chubbuck city limits are required to keep their property
free of weeds and other tall vegetation which could be a fire hazard.
Further, properties should be kept free of unsightly debris or clutter
which negatively impacts surrounding property values. The following resources are
available to assist property owners:
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The City will rent dumpsters to you for bulk garbage removal - Call 237-2430 for information
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Bannock County will spray vegetation for a minimal fee - Call 251-1375 to make appointment
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Vehicles will be removed by salvage yards for minimal fee if title is transferred
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In the spring, the City also provides a chopper for branches and tree limbs - Call 237-2430 for information
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Enforcement of property maintenance violations could include citation of the property owner with a misdemeanor and possibly a lien being put on the
property to pay for clean-up. Increase the value of your property by keeping it clean and weed free.
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Some neighbohoods also have covenants which impose even more strict rules regarding property maintenance. We do not enforce neighborhood
covenants because they are a contract and therefore a civil matter.
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What are my responsibilties during the winter months?
It is illegal to shovel snow from private property onto the public sidewalks or roadway. Intentional
shoveling of snow into the roadway and failure to keep the sidewalks free of snow is a misdemeanor offense.
During a snow removal crisis declared by the mayor, all vehicles should be removed from the roadway to ease the
removal of snow by city plows. Failure to remove a vehicle, may result in the vehicle being
towed at the owner's expense. For more information, go to our snow emergency
web page.
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City snow plows have a responsability to quickly and effectively clear streets for safe use by motorists.
The City does not have the time or the resources to personally ask every citizen in town one at a time
to clear their vehicles from the roadway. Please make room for our plows to operate in an efficient manner.
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Note: Questions, concerns or complaints regarding snow removal from city streets should be directed to the City of
Chubbuck during regular office hours.
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Where can I park my RV, trailer or vehicle?
City streets are not storage areas for the following types of vehicle:
A warning tag will be attached to trailers or vehicles in violation of this ordinance. Failure to comply with warnings will result in the vehicle,
camper or trailer being ticketed or towed at the owner's expense. Please help us keep the City's roadways and sidewalks clean, clear and safe.
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Note: Vehicles or trailers which are
blocking access to either a fire hydrant or mail box may be towed or ticketed without a warning being issued.
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What will get me a parking ticket?
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Generally, you can get a parking ticket for following:
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Parking in a handicap parking zone without displaying the placard or plate properly (10.06.030).
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Parking in a fire zone, even if you or someone else is in the vehicle or if you are parked for loading (10.04.050).
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Parking in an area designated as a no parking zone (10.04.050).
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Blocking a driveway, even if it is your own driveway (10.04.050).
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Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant (10.04.050).
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To see a complete list of parking violations see section 10.04.050 in the Chubbuck
City Code.
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Except for handicap parking violations which are $50, most violations are $10
each if paid on time. You have three options available to resolve a parking ticket. First,
you may send a check payable to the “City of Chubbuck” in the envelope provided with the
ticket. Second, you may pay the ticket in person at the Chubbuck Police Department
office during normal business hours (we don’t accept cards). Third, you may contest
the ticket by asking for a uniform citation and appear on the charge at the courthouse.
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More Frequently asked questions and answers
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CODE ENFORCEMENT'S GRADUAL IMPROVING AFFECT
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Chubbuck City Code allows for a considerable amount of time for property or vehicle owners to improve the appearance of their property provided consistent
improvement is being made.
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