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Whether you\u2019re a disgruntled neighbor or business owner, it pays to know what\u2019s allowed in your neighborhood \u2013 sometimes literally.<\/p>\n

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The City of Columbia began charging $50 fines in January for residents parking in their front lawn.<\/p>\n

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Now, Irmo Town Council is cracking down on neighborhood parking for certain large vehicles and fixer-uppers, with enforcement beginning July 1.<\/p>\n

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Here\u2019s how to keep your vehicles, and yard, in the clear:<\/p>\n

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What\u2019s changing?<\/b><\/h3>\n

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A new town ordinance may affect anyone parking a box truck, trailer, U-Haul or even a limo in their Irmo neighborhood. The code is taking aim at visible parking for heavy-duty vehicles, hoping to reduce neighbor complaints and guard property values.<\/p>\n

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The code restricts visible parking for flat bed trucks, semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles, which will no longer be able to park in the front yard or on the street in front of the home.<\/p>\n

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The town says residents must store these vehicles in commercial storage facilities, in a separate, enclosed building, or out of sight in the backyard.<\/p>\n

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Parking in driveways for boats, RVs and personal trailers remain allowed, but front yard parking is not.<\/p>\n

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Nicholle Burroughs, Irmo Deputy Town Administrator, said the ordinance was a way to strengthen neighborhood standards, but emphasized that town officials will help residents adjust.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe want this process to focus on education and cooperation while protecting the investments residents have made in their homes and preserving the character of our community,\u201d Burroughs said.<\/p>\n

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The ordinance makes exceptions for those moving in or out of a home, vehicles making deliveries or providing a service from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or vehicles within an enclosed, separate building.<\/p>\n

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Ticketing will fall to the town\u2019s code enforcement officer, but the town is currently focused on raising awareness of the changes, not issuing fines.<\/p>\n

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Car-enthusiasts should also be on the lookout for changes to the rules about working on cars in the front-yard or driveway of a home. In order to fix up a car visible from the street, homeowners will now have to pay a $25 fee for a restoration permit.<\/p>\n

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The ordinance was passed last year, but enforcement was delayed to give people time to fully understand the changes.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOur staff is committed to helping residents understand the new requirements and answering any questions they may have,\u201d Burroughs said.<\/p>\n

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For more information, read the full ordinance<\/u>.<\/p>\n

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Where am I allowed to park?<\/b><\/h3>\n

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The city\u2019s rules require all resident cars be parked on a paved driveway or space filled in with an approved material, such as gravel.<\/p>\n

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That parking space has to be maintained to be in line with local laws, with no weeds or bare patches.<\/p>\n

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Recreational vehicles, such as boats, must be parked either on a paved driveway or in a yard space behind the front of the house, either to the side or behind the home. Corner lots should park in their backyard to avoid visibility from the street.<\/p>\n

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Confused or need help? Here\u2019s who you can call<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Town rules can get a little confusing. If you need help understanding whether you or a neighbor is meeting requirements, reach out to the department of code compliance. You can reach them at (803) 414-2625 or report a possible violation using this form<\/u>.<\/p>\n

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Richland County<\/h2>\n

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What\u2019s in bounds, and what\u2019s not<\/h3>\n

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Richland County does not have any specific rules governing front lawn parking, but cars or trailers that are works-in-progress cannot be parked in homeowners\u2019 yards or driveways \u2013 they must be under a covered awning or inside a garage if they\u2019re at the home for more than 24 hours.<\/p>\n

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If the problem hasn\u2019t been fixed 30 days after a written warning is issued, residents may face misdemeanor charges that could end in an up to $500 fine or 30 days in jail.<\/p>\n

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Unincorporated communities such as White Rock or Ballantine fall under county codes, which apply to all towns unless they conflict with the town or city\u2019s laws.<\/p>\n

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If you are unclear about whether you or a neighbor meet county requirements, you can call the Richland Code Enforcement office at (803) 576-1864.<\/p>\n

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Lexington County<\/h2>\n

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Got junk? Not in the front yard<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Whether you or a neighbor has piles of boxes, excess furniture or just \u201cjunk,\u201d county rules are clear \u2013 Lexington County blocks storage of loose items in a front yard, and limits the presence of a visible storage unit to 60 days. Property owners are responsible for keeping their storage unit clean and clear of any graffiti.<\/p>\n

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If you feel uncertain about how your home or vehicles line up with county law, you can call the general information line at 803-359-8000.<\/p>\n

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To file a complaint there is a form on the county\u2019s website residents can fill out.<\/u> For large, unmanageable accumulations of trash in a front yard, call the Lexington County Sheriff\u2019s Department at 803-785-8230.<\/p>\n

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