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Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 10,000 pounds are not allowed to be parked/stored on the public right-of-way in Gresham - unless it's specifically posted such parking is allowed, or the truck is actively loading or unloading.
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.
- Other poultry and livestock are allowed in some residential designations within the city.
- No restrictions on type or number.
- Animals are required to be kept a minimum 100 feet from any neighboring residence.
To help address the growing parking enforcement cases related to RVs, the City has implemented a code requiring a no-cost, 72-hour permit to park an RV on a residential street in Gresham.
For more information, see Gresham Revised Code Section 8.25.015.
Report an abandoned vehicle through My Gresham.
- Please provide an exact address or a street and cross street, location, plus the make, model, color and license plate/state of the vehicle.
- If the code inspector determines the vehicle is abandoned, it will be tagged for impound and/or issued a parking citation.
- The inspector will return to the vehicle three business days from the date of tagging.
- If the vehicle is still present, it will be towed.
- The tow company has 24 hours from the time we request the tow to remove the vehicle.
The noise generated by the business may be in violation of the City's noise ordinance and should be reported to Code Compliance.
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 72 hours without moving.
The exception is if the vehicle is parked immediately next to the registered owner's address. The vehicle can be parked at that location without moving as long as it remains street legal and does not become a problem for the street sweeper.
After the vehicle is reported, a Code inspector will mark it for re-inspection in 24-hours to see if it moves. If it does not, the vehicle will be issued an impound notice, giving the owner three business days to move it or it will be towed.
We advise calling the City's planner on duty, 503-618-2780, before removing any tree.
If the tree is a "street tree" (planted in the planter strip), you must get a permit before removal.
If the tree is located elsewhere on a fully developed lot, you may cut down up to three regulated trees (8" or more in caliper) per calendar year with an exemption permit.
Distribution of pamphlets and fliers within the city limits of Gresham is not regulated by the City.
City code allows a property owner to self-haul garbage, as long as it's 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.
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).
It is the property owner's responsibility to remove graffiti. You should also file a police report.
Living in a trailer on a residential lot is considered camping and 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 72 hours.
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 address may park there more than 72 hours.
Recreational vehicles (motorhomes, campers, boats) on residential property must be parked on an improved, compacted surface, including a driveway. If parked in front of the face of the house, it must be on the driveway. Otherwise, it must be parked in the side or rear yard.
If the property is a corner lot, the vehicle cannot be parked within the clear vision zone. Second driveway approaches to property must be approved by the City if not using existing approved driveway access.
It is a City code violation to allow these types of vegetation to extend across property lines.
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.
Report graffiti on someone else's property through My Gresham.
Like recreational vehicles, any vehicle on residential property must be parked on an improved, compacted surface, including the driveway. If parked in front of the face of the house, it must be on the driveway. Otherwise, it must be parked in the side or rear yard.
If the property is a corner lot, the vehicle cannot be parked within the clear vision zone. Second driveway approaches to property must be approved by City, if not using existing approved driveway access.
City code does not regulate trees extending over/onto neighboring property. You should discuss this matter with your neighbor.
Report illegal dumping in the public right-of-way to Metro's Regional Illegal Dumping (RID) Patrol at 503-234-3000.
- Contact Multnomah County Animal Control at 503-988-7387.
- Contact East County Resolutions.
Related codes
City code requires grass and weeds be maintained at a height of 10 inches or less.
- Report noise violations through MyGresham.
- Contact East County Resolutions for assistance.
Due to resource constraints, the Gresham Police Department is not currently able to respond to noise complaints.
Read more about noise control code in Article 7.20 of the Gresham Revised Code 7.20.040.
City code requires trees be trimmed to 8 feet over the sidewalk and 12 feet over the street.
Tips for removing rats or other rodents from your property:
- Remove food sources, such as pet food, bird seed or uncomposted food waste.
- Eliminate them with traps or poison.
- Seal all small openings into your home.
- Remove items from your property that may be ideal nesting sites, such as piles of wood or junk, or un-trimmed shrubs.
- Hire an exterminator.
For more information, contact Multnomah County Vector Control at 503-988-3464 or vector.nuisance@multco.us, or visit the Multnomah County web page on rats.
Marijuana growing
- Personal medical marijuana grows are allowed in Gresham subject to state law and the Gresham Revised Code.
- Gresham allows a personal medical marijuana grow of up to six mature medical marijuana plants in a residential area. The patient receiving the marijuana must live at the residence.
- Additionally, four homegrown marijuana plants are permitted under the recreational marijuana law. Anything more is considered a non-personal grow and is not permitted in a residential area.