- Can a semi truck/trailer or commercial vehicle park in the street?
Any vehicle with a gross vehicle weight in excess of 10,000 pounds is not allowed to be parked/stored on the public right-of-way in Gresham unless it is specifically posted allowing such parking or is actively loading or unloading. Gresham Revised Code 8.25.01
top- Can I have chickens? What about other livestock?
Chickens are allowed on property zoned Low Density Residential (LDR-5, LDR-7, LDR-PV, LDR-SW). Some restrictions apply and a permit is required. Gresham Revised Code 7.17 Other poultry and livestock are allowed in some residential designations within the city. There is no restrictions on type or number. There is, however, a requirement that the animals be kept at a minimum of 100 feet from any neighboring residence. Gresham Development Code 4.0120
top- Can I park my motorhome, trailer, etc. on the street?
You are not allowed to park motorhomes, trailers, boats or other recreational vehicles on the public right-of-way in Gresham unless you are actively loading or unloading the vehicle. Gresham Revised Code 8.25.010
top- How do I pay a parking ticket or contest a parking ticket?
You can pay your parking violation by check or money order, and use the envelope provided with the citation. You may also pay by credit card by calling 503-988-3776. To contest the citation you have two choices: send the penalty amount with a written explanation in the envelope provided. This constitutes a waiver of your right to a hearing. The court will either refund your payment or forfeit all or part of it. You may also request a hearing by contacting the Circuit Court for Multnomah County Parking Unit at 1021 S.W. Fourth St., Room 106, Portland.
top- How do I report an abandoned vehicle and what happens after that?
Report the vehicle to Code Compliance at 503-618-2463 or www.AskGresham.com. You are asked to provide an exact address or a street and cross street location. We request that you also provide the make and model, color and license plate/state of the vehicle. If the Code Officer believes the vehicle to be abandoned, it will be tagged for impound and/or issued a parking citation. The Code Officer will return to the vehicle seven days from the date of tagging. If the vehicle is still present, the vehicle will be towed. The tow company has 24 hours from the time we request the tow to remove the vehicle from the location. Gresham Revised Code 8.05.020
top- I live near a business and there is a humming noise that goes all night. Who do I call?
The noise being generated by the business may be in violation of the City's noise ordinance and should be reported to Code Compliance. Gresham Revised Code 7.20.040
top- I reported a vehicle that has been parked on the street for an extended period of time. Why has it not been removed?
If a vehicle is "street legal" (appears operational and has current license plate tags and no other violations) it may park anywhere on the public right-of-way for a period of 24 hours without moving. The exception to this is If the vehicle is parked in front of the registered owner's address; the vehicle can be parked at that location without moving as long as it remains street legal. After the vehicle is reported, an officer will mark it for reinspection in 24-hours to see if it moves. If it doesn't, the vehicle will be issued an impound notice, giving the owner five days to move it or it will be towed. Gresham Revised Code 8.25.010
top- I want to cut a tree down on my property. Do I need a permit?
If the tree is a "street tree" (within 10 feet of a public right-of-way) you must obtain a permit prior to removal. If the tree is located elsewhere on a fully developed lot you may cut down up to three regulated trees per calendar year. More information is available on the Tree Resource page of the City's Web site. If you have further questions, contact the Planner on Duty, 503-618-2780 prior to removal of any tree. Gresham Development Code 9.1010
top- I want to pass out fliers concerning my business. Is this okay?
Distribution of pamphlets and fliers within the city limits of Gresham is not allowed. Gresham Revised Code 7.15.040
top- I want to take my own garbage to the dump. Is that okay?
City code allows a property owner to self-haul garbage as long as it is done weekly as an exception to the requirement for garbage service. The City may ask you for proof of self-hauling at any time. If you own a residential rental property you are required to provide garbage service for your tenants; it must be in your name and billed to you. Gresham Revised Code 7.15.040
top- Is it okay to park head in on a cul-de-sac?
It is illegal to park a vehicle head first into a cul-de-sac or any other street in Gresham that is not so marked. Vehicles must be parked with the passenger side along and near the curb (within 12 inches). Gresham Revised Code 8.05.030 and Oregon Traffic Law 811.570
top- My home/business was "tagged" with graffiti. Who removes this?
It is the property owner's responsibility to remove graffiti. Please report all graffiti to Code Compliance, and include a picture when reasonable. You may also want to file a police report. Gresham Revised Code 7.80.050
top- My neighbor has a trailer on their property and are letting their relatives live in it. Is this okay?
Living in a trailer on a residential lot is considered camping. Unlawful camping is a violation of City code. No one may "camp" on private property without permission of the property owner and for no longer than 24 hours. Gresham Revised Code 7.10.165
top- My neighbor keeps parking in my space in front of my home. What can I do?
The public right-of-way area in front of your home is not owned/specified for parking for your specific residence. Anyone with a street legal vehicle may park there. However, only vehicles registered to your residence may park there over 24-hours. Gresham Revised Code 8.25.010
top- My neighbor owns a motorhome and parks it on their property. It is not behind a fence or behind the front of their home. What can be done?
Recreational vehicles (motorhomes, campers, boats) on private property must be parked on an improved, compacted surface. If the property is a corner lot, the vehicle cannot be parked within the clear vision zone. There is no requirement to store the vehicle behind the residence or out of sight. Second driveway approaches to property must be approved by City, if not using existing approved driveway access. Gresham Development Code 9.0201, Gresham Development Code 9.0871 and Gresham Development Code A5.503
top- My neighbors grass, bushes, shrubs, blackberry vines are coming into my yard. What can I do?
It is a City code violation to allow these types of vegetation to extend across property lines. You can report this violation to Code Compliance. Gresham Revised Code 7.15.040
top- My neighbor's home was tagged with graffiti. How do I get them to remove it?
It is the property owner's responsibility to remove graffiti. Report the location of the graffiti to Code Compliance, and include a picture when reasonable. Gresham Revised Code 7.80.050
top- My neighbors keeps parking their vehicles on their lawn. Isn't this illegal?
It is not illegal in Gresham to park a non-recreational vehicle on private property on an unimproved surface. It is illegal to park a recreation vehicle on private property on an unimproved surface. Only five vehicles per dwelling unit may be parked on a residential lot at one time. Gresham Development Code 4.0120 and Gresham Development Code 9.0871
top- My neighbors tree limbs are extending over onto my property and causing problems. Can I trim the tree?
City code does not regulate trees extending over/onto neighboring property. You should discuss this matter with your neighbor.
top- Someone dumped a couch in the middle of the street. Who do I call to get it removed?
Report illegal dumping in the public right-of-way to Metro's RID Patrol at 503-234-3000. Gresham Revised Code 7.27.040
top- The dog down the street is constantly barking. Who do I call?
Call Multnomah County Animal Control, 503-988-3066. Gresham Revised Code 7.35.010 and Multnomah County Code 13.305
top- The house/vacant lot across the street has tall grass. What can I do?
City code requires vegetation to be maintained at a height of 10 inches or less. If the property is an acre or larger a 20 foot swath around the perimeter is acceptable. You can report this violation to Code Compliance. Gresham Revised Code 7.15.040
top- The neighbor next door continues to play loud music, has loud parties, band etc. Who do I call?
Call the police non-emergency line 503-823-3333, option 3, option 4 to report loud noise between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. Gresham Revised Code 7.20.040
top- When I am walking on the sidewalk or driving on the street there are some limbs on trees that are too low. What can be done?
City code requires that trees be trimmed to 8 feet over the sidewalk and 12 feet over the street. Please report potential violations to Code Compliance. Gresham Revised Code 7.15.040
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