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Staff | Code Office | Code FAQ
~ Common Town Code Questions
Town Vehicle Regulations
It is unlawful to operate an all terrain vehicle, sand buggie, go-cart, trail bike, mini bike, or similar vehicle in, on, and over any wash, common area or area not located on a public street without the permission of the owner. It is also unlawful to operate any motor vehicle, motorcycle, mini-bike, etc., on the streets of the Town without a valid driver's license and proper vehicle license.
Burning
It is unlawful for any person to ignite, permit to be ignited, or allow or maintain any outdoor fire within the State of Arizona except as provided in A.R.S. 49-501. Burning of garbage, trash, tree trimmings, weeds, stubble, debris or any other combustible substance is prohibited unless an permit has been obtained from the Hellsgate Fire District (928-474-3835) or the U. S. Forest Service.
Crime Prevention
Your Star Valley Public Safety & Code Compliance Office is dedicated to crime prevention and ensuring a safe environment for Star Valley residents and visitors. Crime prevention programs, such as Operation Identification, Neighborhood Watch, Business Watch, and Robbery Prevention, Shoplift Prevention, Crime-Free Multi-Housing, and Residential and Commercial Security Surveys, are available upon request. Let’s all work together with our neighbors and friends to make Star Valley crime-free! For more information, or to schedule crime prevention services, please call the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.
Debris
It is the responsibility of the property owner or tenant to keep his property and the adjacent public right-of-way free of debris. It is unlawful to permit the accumulation of rubbish, trash, garbage, junked or inoperable cars, or other accumulation of filth or debris on any property within the limits of the Town. Absentee owners of undeveloped lots or vacant homes should arrange with someone in the area to maintain their property during their absence. Unattended property deteriorates very fast and is a liability to the owner and the neighbors.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted at large. Dogs must be vaccinated and properly licensed and registered with the Town. Dogs are not allowed to disturb the peace of neighbors by loud noises at any time of the day or night.
Door-To-Door Solicitation
The Town has an ordinance prohibiting door-to-door solicitation of sales and contributions without a permit. Any recognized religious, educational, civic or charitable organization may apply for a blanket permit from the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office. Newspaper carriers are exempted from this prohibition. To discourage unwanted callers, we suggest you post "NO TRESPASSING" or "NO SOLICITING" signs.
Dumping
It is unlawful to deposit any rubbish, glass, waste or construction debris upon the streets or upon private property within the Town. It is also unlawful to dump dirt on the streets of the Town or on private property within the Town without the permission of the owner and a permit from the Town.
False Burglary/Robbery Alarms
False activation of burglary or robbery alarms creates a drain on police services. Alarms proven to be false may result in a fine to the property owner and/or a no-response designation for the premises address. Alarms systems are great aids to crime prevention and criminal apprehension, but they must be used properly and maintained periodically. For further information on alarm systems or the False Alarm Ordinance, please contact the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.
Flyers & Handbills
It is unlawful for any person to throw or discard any flyer or handbill on public or private property within the Town including the placement of them on vehicles.
Littering
It is unlawful to litter or otherwise dispose of trash upon private property or public rights-of-way. If you see people unlawfully dumping, please get a complete description of the driver, kind of vehicle, and license plate if possible. Report this violation promptly to the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.
Motorized Skateboards & Motorized Go-Ped Scooters
The Town has an ordinance prohibiting the operation of motorized skateboards or motorized goped scooters on any sidewalk, street, or parking lot within the Town.
Parking
Vehicles may not be parked on any property other than the owner’s for the purpose of advertising for sale. Any vehicle left unattended, after being tagged by the police, for more than forty-eight (48) hours is declared to be an abandoned vehicle and may be impounded by the police at the owner’s expense.
Speed Limits
Speed limits are strictly enforced by radar. Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit on a residential street is 25 miles per hour. The 45 mph speed limit on SR 260 is enforced by automated photo enforcement sensors and cameras, covering both east-bound and west-bound traffic.
Starthistle
The Yellow Starthistle is defined in state law as a Prohibited and Noxious Weed, and is becoming very plentiful in Star Valley. Bags for collecting Starthistle plants are available at Town Hall. Facilities for burning collected plants are available from the U. S. Forest Service; contact the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office for the times, dates, and locations for this service.
Weapons
It is unlawful to fire, discharge, or shoot any firearm or bow and arrow within the Town limits (with certain specified exceptions).
Wildlife
Man-wildlife encounters are inevitable as urban developments expand into neighboring wildlife populations. Because most wildlife species are opportunistic, they seek the best and often easiest source of food, water, and cover. In desert areas these vital components are often limited, and the luxurious growth of vegetation we plant and nurture in our yards is highly desirable.
Homeowners may attract wildlife into their yards for viewing and enjoyment, but the homeowner should also be aware of the trade-offs for such enjoyment. A bird feeder in a yard will certainly attract birds for viewing, but it will also attract javelina, skunks, squirrels and others to the seeds scattered about the ground. These animals will generally return as long as food is available. Concentrations of bird life may also attract certain hawks which prey naturally upon smaller birds. Flower and vegetable gardens are often highly prized by javelina, skunks, rodents and others. Palatable ornamental shrubbery is seldom passed up by deer during the dry periods. Tall cultivated trees are widely used by congregating hordes of birds. Firewood, neatly stacked near the house, is a virtual sanctuary for snakes, squirrels, rodents and insects. Bug-zappers draw insects which in turn may draw bats and mammals that feed on insects. The cycle of attraction is often endless.
Town Vehicle Regulations
It is unlawful to operate an all terrain vehicle, sand buggie, go-cart, trail bike, mini bike, or similar vehicle in, on, and over any wash, common area or area not located on a public street without the permission of the owner. It is also unlawful to operate any motor vehicle, motorcycle, mini-bike, etc., on the streets of the Town without a valid driver's license and proper vehicle license.
Burning
It is unlawful for any person to ignite, permit to be ignited, or allow or maintain any outdoor fire within the State of Arizona except as provided in A.R.S. 49-501. Burning of garbage, trash, tree trimmings, weeds, stubble, debris or any other combustible substance is prohibited unless an permit has been obtained from the Hellsgate Fire District (928-474-3835) or the U. S. Forest Service.
Crime Prevention
Your Star Valley Public Safety & Code Compliance Office is dedicated to crime prevention and ensuring a safe environment for Star Valley residents and visitors. Crime prevention programs, such as Operation Identification, Neighborhood Watch, Business Watch, and Robbery Prevention, Shoplift Prevention, Crime-Free Multi-Housing, and Residential and Commercial Security Surveys, are available upon request. Let’s all work together with our neighbors and friends to make Star Valley crime-free! For more information, or to schedule crime prevention services, please call the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.
Debris
It is the responsibility of the property owner or tenant to keep his property and the adjacent public right-of-way free of debris. It is unlawful to permit the accumulation of rubbish, trash, garbage, junked or inoperable cars, or other accumulation of filth or debris on any property within the limits of the Town. Absentee owners of undeveloped lots or vacant homes should arrange with someone in the area to maintain their property during their absence. Unattended property deteriorates very fast and is a liability to the owner and the neighbors.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted at large. Dogs must be vaccinated and properly licensed and registered with the Town. Dogs are not allowed to disturb the peace of neighbors by loud noises at any time of the day or night.
Door-To-Door Solicitation
The Town has an ordinance prohibiting door-to-door solicitation of sales and contributions without a permit. Any recognized religious, educational, civic or charitable organization may apply for a blanket permit from the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office. Newspaper carriers are exempted from this prohibition. To discourage unwanted callers, we suggest you post "NO TRESPASSING" or "NO SOLICITING" signs.
Dumping
It is unlawful to deposit any rubbish, glass, waste or construction debris upon the streets or upon private property within the Town. It is also unlawful to dump dirt on the streets of the Town or on private property within the Town without the permission of the owner and a permit from the Town.
False Burglary/Robbery Alarms
False activation of burglary or robbery alarms creates a drain on police services. Alarms proven to be false may result in a fine to the property owner and/or a no-response designation for the premises address. Alarms systems are great aids to crime prevention and criminal apprehension, but they must be used properly and maintained periodically. For further information on alarm systems or the False Alarm Ordinance, please contact the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.
Flyers & Handbills
It is unlawful for any person to throw or discard any flyer or handbill on public or private property within the Town including the placement of them on vehicles.
Littering
It is unlawful to litter or otherwise dispose of trash upon private property or public rights-of-way. If you see people unlawfully dumping, please get a complete description of the driver, kind of vehicle, and license plate if possible. Report this violation promptly to the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.
Motorized Skateboards & Motorized Go-Ped Scooters
The Town has an ordinance prohibiting the operation of motorized skateboards or motorized goped scooters on any sidewalk, street, or parking lot within the Town.
Parking
Vehicles may not be parked on any property other than the owner’s for the purpose of advertising for sale. Any vehicle left unattended, after being tagged by the police, for more than forty-eight (48) hours is declared to be an abandoned vehicle and may be impounded by the police at the owner’s expense.
Speed Limits
Speed limits are strictly enforced by radar. Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit on a residential street is 25 miles per hour. The 45 mph speed limit on SR 260 is enforced by automated photo enforcement sensors and cameras, covering both east-bound and west-bound traffic.
Starthistle
The Yellow Starthistle is defined in state law as a Prohibited and Noxious Weed, and is becoming very plentiful in Star Valley. Bags for collecting Starthistle plants are available at Town Hall. Facilities for burning collected plants are available from the U. S. Forest Service; contact the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office for the times, dates, and locations for this service.
Weapons
It is unlawful to fire, discharge, or shoot any firearm or bow and arrow within the Town limits (with certain specified exceptions).
Wildlife
Man-wildlife encounters are inevitable as urban developments expand into neighboring wildlife populations. Because most wildlife species are opportunistic, they seek the best and often easiest source of food, water, and cover. In desert areas these vital components are often limited, and the luxurious growth of vegetation we plant and nurture in our yards is highly desirable.
Homeowners may attract wildlife into their yards for viewing and enjoyment, but the homeowner should also be aware of the trade-offs for such enjoyment. A bird feeder in a yard will certainly attract birds for viewing, but it will also attract javelina, skunks, squirrels and others to the seeds scattered about the ground. These animals will generally return as long as food is available. Concentrations of bird life may also attract certain hawks which prey naturally upon smaller birds. Flower and vegetable gardens are often highly prized by javelina, skunks, rodents and others. Palatable ornamental shrubbery is seldom passed up by deer during the dry periods. Tall cultivated trees are widely used by congregating hordes of birds. Firewood, neatly stacked near the house, is a virtual sanctuary for snakes, squirrels, rodents and insects. Bug-zappers draw insects which in turn may draw bats and mammals that feed on insects. The cycle of attraction is often endless.