Helpful Information for Homeowners
Douglas County Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement is a division of the Douglas County Community Development Department. The Code Enforcement Division is charged with protecting the public health, safety, and general welfare of Douglas County residents by enforcing compliance with many sections of the Douglas County Code including zoning ordinances, property maintenance codes, vacation rentals, home occupations, sign codes, and public nuisances.
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Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District
The Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District serves the east shore of Lake Tahoe in Douglas County from the top of Kingsbury Grade to the Stateline casino core, and then to the top of Spooner Summit.
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Their website covers issues including prevention, defensible space, community chipping, burning regulations, and vacation rental life-safety inspections.
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Click here for a link to the website.
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TRPA - Best Management Practices (BMPs)
BMPs are measures taken to minimize soil erosion and capture polluted water before it enters Lake Tahoe. This helps improve water quality and reduce the decline of Lake Tahoe’s clarity. By implementing BMPs integrated with Fire Defensible Space (FDS) practices, property owners can help reduce the loss of Lake Tahoe’s clarity and protect against the threat of catastrophic wildfire.
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Snow Removal
Zephyr Knolls GID's contractor for snow removal is Buckeye Construction, Inc. Snow removal begins when there are 3-4 inches of snow. The initial focus is accessibility for residents and emergency services. In heavy snowfall conditions several passes will occur then when snow subsides the plows will widen the roadways. When multi-day snow events happen accessibility is the main concern.
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Helpful Hints for Homeowners
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Park in driveways as far away from the curb as possible.
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Never park in the street, even when not snowing.
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Keep right-of-way areas clear of obstructions - sleds, newspapers, trash lids, mats, or tire chains.
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Operators and residents should be kind to everyone.
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Holiday Security Services
Zephyr Knolls hires a security service for the July 4th weekend. Passes will be issued to all residents and guests for access to the neighborhood.
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