BiggerPockets

How can I find out the names of the neighbors to contact them to see about overseeing the work, or at least telling me if it's done?
This is Riverside County
ofgift

Interesting: I did get some info last night and edited the above post to reflect that--it didn't go through.
I did use the yellow pages and found a list of handymen and yard service people that do yard cleanup, a couple will give a free estimate.
I have a neighbor's address, but their phone is disconnected--no way to reach them.

Re-reading this letter, I am liable for all costs, which will be recorded as a lien. I can object within 30 days. If I do not request a hearing, the county will abate the problem and charge me. Monday I'll call them to try to get a better understanding. The last line of the letter says "you are encouraged to immediately contact code enforcement to discuss resolution."
So I will. What kinds of questions should I be asking?
Maybe I can hire a co on my own and do this--probably somewhat cheaper then the county doing it.
ofgift

The time I ran into a situation like this, the city was going to charge me over $300 to mow the yard and clean up the clipping. Much cheaper to do it on your own.

Do you know anyone in this area who could drive by and check it out? It doesn't have to be someone who's next door, just someone who could drive by.

Originally posted by Michael Shadow

Did you buy the property from a Realtor? If you did maybe you could get them to drive by it and take some pictures for you so you can see what they are talking about.

I did, but over 20 years ago. I saw it once since then, that was about 3 years ago. the only thing there was small stuff and we did dispose of it. I can't help wondering if when the folks next door left, if they didn't toss their stuff over the fence...This is the only notice in 25 years...

Originally posted by Michael Shadow

You could also call the local hardware stores (not the big box shops) and ask them who they would recommend to do the work for you.

Good idea--I will get their numbers. and call them too.

The time I ran into a situation like this, the city was going to charge me over $300 to mow the yard and clean up the clipping. Much cheaper to do it on your own.
That's kind of what I'm afraid of. It's a long day's drive there, if I can do it in a day.
No, I don't know anyone there at all. I've posted that question on several of the fora I use, hoping someone is there, or knows someone near there.
No response yet. I will ask the hardware store about someone to take several digital photos too, of before and after.
oh, I'm considering selling it, too, if anyone's interested...Probably use craigslist, zillow, and other such fora, including this one.
Thanks for those suggestions.
ofgift

Many of the watch groups are easy to work with if you approach them in a non-adversarial manner. They are only city worker who could really care less. I would ask for clarity on the offense, then explain to them that you are an out of town owner and ask for an extension to rectify the issue. I'd also ask them for recommendations.

Originally posted by Jon Holdman

Krzysztof, No need to be rude.

sorry , Jon - i didn't realize i was...... what i meant was that everybody should take care , and if needed - stand up for his/her property. it's our right.

yes , it only confirms that we are living in troubled times

Check the local craigslist! Code enforcement guys may have already taken a picture and could possibly email a copy of it to you.

Trust but verify...
The photos don't tell me a lot. Mario said there's "junk trash, from furniture to construction material. Their is a very dangerous bee hive that will cause a lot of problem . I estimated to remove just the junk on the premised without bushing. In any green shrubs or weeds at $650 that includes only trash, like furniture, construction material. This estimate does not include the removal of the bee hive. I would charge $1,340 to remove of the all the bee hive, furniture, construction material and clear all over grown shrubs and weeds and haul away all. Their is about 2 1/2 trash loads of junked trash it would take me a whole day to clear it out with me and my laborers"

Mario called today to tell me the hive is 5 feet tall and about 4 ft wide. I told him I'd let him know if I will hire him to do the work (total $1,340 to remove of the all the bee hive, furniture, construction material and clear all over grown shrubs and weeds and haul away all. Their is about 2 1/2 trash loads of junked trash it would take me a whole day to clear it out with me and my laborers--$650 for bee removal))

We hung up and the phone rang. It was Sam from the bee removal co. He said the hive is about the size of two basketballs about 2 feet high and a foot in diameter, and it should be removed. He's removing it now, $185, to kill the bees and destroy the hive. It occurs to me now that I should have had him give the hive to someone. Too late.
So I guess Mario will not get the job. I hope I can find someone else.
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