How near to a fire hydrant can I construct a mailbox, planter, fence or other item?
According to Fire Code 508.5.5 a clearance of three feet must be kept between a fire hydrant and any other object. Question: There is graffiti on the wall that borders my subdivision. Who do I call to get it removed, and what can I do to discourage graffiti from appearing again? Answer: Graffiti is a persistent problem in all local cities, including West Jordan. It is detrimental to property values and negatively impacts the quality of life for West Jordan citizens. Please report graffiti to the West Jordan Police Department at 801-840-4000 as soon as it is discovered. The longer graffiti is allowed to remain on a property, the more it invites additional markings and criminal activity in the area. Rapid removal is the key to controlling and eradicating graffiti. When graffiti is removed promptly, “taggers” are less likely to return to add more. Residents and property owners are responsible to remove graffiti from their property. The Salt Lake County Graffiti Program will provide you wi
