Property owners responsible for trimming trees overhanging streets and sidewalks. Utility clearance by Georgia Power / Jackson EMC. Neighbor tree trimming follows common-law self-help to property line.
Snellville requires property owners to maintain tree limbs clear of streets (typically 14 ft over roadway, 8 ft over sidewalks). Utility line clearance handled by Georgia Power and Jackson EMC on their schedule. Under Georgia common law, a neighbor may trim branches encroaching over property line at their own expense but cannot enter neighbor's property without permission.
Snellville, GA
Amplified music plainly audible at property lines or beyond 100 feet prohibited, especially during quiet hours (11 PM-7 AM). Commercial establishments along ...
Snellville, GA
Persistent barking disturbing neighbors violates Snellville's noise ordinance and Gwinnett County animal control rules. Continuous barking for 10+ minutes or...
Snellville, GA
RVs, boats, and trailers generally prohibited in front yards in residential zones. Must be stored in rear/side yard behind setback line, often screened. Temp...
Snellville, GA
Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Snellville Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles on residential p...
Snellville, GA
Driveways must be paved (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) in residential zones. Curb cuts require city engineering approval. Parking on front lawns prohibited.
Snellville, GA
Commercial vehicles over 3/4 ton or with commercial signage/equipment (dump trucks, box trucks, tractor-trailers) prohibited overnight in residential zones. ...
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