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Pheasant View Homeowners' Association
PO Box 871463, Canton, MI 48187 |
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On this page you can find information regarding concerns which are brought to our attention by homeowners. For some of these, there are township ordinances or state laws that directly address them. Others are just a matter of common courtesy and being good neighbors. There is a great new page on the Canton Web Site, "Keep It Neat", that has all of the information you need about trash collection and recycling. Our subdivision's normal trash pickup day is on Wednesdays. Here is the link to the
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Charter Township of Canton codification of ordinances. Curb TreesThere are often questions about the trees in front of homes between the street and sidewalk. Below are some township ordinances. A more detailed picture of curb tree requirements can be found on the Grounds and Maintenance page. Street Tree Trimming
Sec. 78-2. -
Property maintenance requirements.
(c) Standards. (8) Shrub and tree maintenance. All trees and shrubs must be kept trimmed so as not to encroach upon any public sidewalk or pathway. Clear headroom must be maintained of at least seven feet zero inches in height. Sec. 110-148. Street trees.
The selection and the variety, spacing and planting of all trees shall
be done in accordance with standards and specifications adopted by the
township board. All street trees must meet the definition of shade trees
as specified in this chapter. Street trees for all residential lots
shall be planted between curb and sidewalk in accordance with the
following schedule:
(1) Lots with street frontage of less than 80 feet must have a minimum
of two trees.
(2) Lots with street frontage of 80 feet to 100 feet must have a
minimum of three trees per unit. Lots greater than 100 feet in width
must have one tree planted for every 40 feet of frontage or fraction
thereof.
(3) On corner lots, one tree must be planted for every 40 feet of
frontage or fraction thereof, along both the front and side street
lines.
(4) One tree must be planted within each cul-de-sac or eyebrow island.
Sod is required as ground cover for each cul-de-sac or eyebrow island.
(5) Minimum tree size must be at least three inches in diameter as
measured 12 inches above the ground.
(6) Trees must be replaced by the owner or proprietor if the community
planner determines that they are not in a healthy condition after one
full growing season.
(Ord. No. 126, as amended, § 4.1(F), 4-28-1998)
Snow RemovalPlease be aware that it is your responsibility to clear the snow from your sidewalks.
DogsDear Neighbors,
We are having some problems with unleashed homeowner's pets charging
other homeowners who are passing or walking their own leashed pets.
Please remember Canton's leash laws which require your pet to be
leashed at all times when outdoors. Our own
pets love their owners but, by nature all dogs ARE territorial and
can become aggressive when they perceive passing neighbors with
other pets as a possible threat.
Also, please remember to pick up after your own pet. Most of our homeowners with pets are conscientious about this however, we do have folks entering from other neighborhoods to walk. Therefore, greet everyone cordially by not assuming the first person you see passing with a pet is the culprit who "leaves the doo for you!"
Lynda K. Wishart
The full listing of ordinances regarding dogs can be found in Chapter 14 of the Charter Township of Canton codification of ordinances. These include:
GarbageThere has been a problem with garbage that is not properly bagged and secured being blown through the neighborhood. All of our Township trash guidelines can be found at: http://www.canton-mi.org/CommServ/collection.asp. Ordinances can be found in Chapter 58 of the Charter Township of Canton codification of ordinances. Please note that all cardboard boxes must be broken down and tied. Place all regular rubbish in bags or cans, not exceeding 50 pounds. Regular rubbish pickup includes all regular household bulk items such as couches, chairs, mattresses, box springs, televisions, lamps, tables. There is a limit of two large items per week. Signs Canton ordinances specify that signs cannot be placed in the right of way or designated easements. The actual ordinance can be found in the Canton Township Code of Ordinances and searching for "signs" to get to ARTICLE 6A.00. -- SIGNS. Scooters and Go-PedsSafety in preventing accidents should be utmost in the mind of homeowners ... especially the safety of our children. It has been noted that motorized (gas and electric driven) scooters and pocket bikes (gopeds and mopeds as defined by Michigan Vehicle Code) are in our subdivision. the potential for accidents with these "toys" can create serious injuries not only to the youngster driving, but also to residents in their path. If you are interested in the laws regarding scooters / mopeds / gopeds, there a good article can be found at the Citizen Observer: http://www.citizenobserver.com/basic.jsp?id=493938 From the Michigan State Police question and answer page:
Since we have had one near miss with a car backing out of a driveway, any complaint from homeowners should be directed to the Canton Police who will enforce the applicable traffic law. Please give careful consideration regarding the consequences prior to purchasing a goped, moped or scooter for your child. PVHA Board of Directors
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