Independence requires property owners to maintain clearance around structures. Fire districts enforce in their jurisdictions. Vacant lots must be maintained.
Independence fire code requires property owners to maintain clearance from combustible vegetation. Vacant lots must be kept free of excessive brush and weeds. Independent fire districts (common in Missouri) may have separate brush clearance standards. Ozark region has cedar overgrowth concerns that increase wildfire risk. Summer drought conditions trigger enhanced enforcement. City code compliance and fire district inspectors both have authority.
Code compliance notice with correction deadline. City abatement at owner’s expense. Administrative fees and lien.
Independence, MO
Independence prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and t...
Independence, MO
Independence regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new...
Independence, MO
Independence regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
Independence, MO
Independence requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Independence, MO
Independence requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
Independence, MO
Independence restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nu...
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