Douglas County Code Enforcement

Be prepared for roadwork this summer from Spooner Summit to Stateline through October!

Lane reductions coming to U.S. 50 on the east shore of Lake Tahoe The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced that work will begin on Highway 50 near the east shore of Lake Tahoe on April 21.

Spring is here, and Douglas County Code Enforcement would like to remind property owners of their responsibilities regarding w**d control. As the snow melts and warmer weather sets in, w**ds begin to spread across the landscape, making proactive management essential.

Property owners are required to ensure proper w**d management on their premises. Code Enforcement will be issuing notices to areas of concern based on past persistent issues.

“Our main concerns are traffic and public safety,” said Ernie Strehlow, Head of Code Enforcement. “Property owners must keep their land clear of overgrown or hazardous vegetation to ensure safety and maintain a clean community.”

𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Noxious vegetation includes, but is not limited to:
W**ds exceeding 10 inches in height
Grass exceeding 10 inches in height
Dead vegetation or dead trees
Any vegetation that poses a health hazard, fire hazard, or obstructs traffic visibility in public rights-of-way

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Certain types of vegetation are exempt from these regulations, including:
Agricultural crops
Endangered riparian grasses that have not gone to seed
Wetland grasses that do not pose a fire or traffic hazard

To learn more about vegetation management in Douglas County, property owners are encouraged to visit the County’s W**d Control Department’s webpage: https://communityservices.douglascountynv.gov/cms/one.aspx?portalId=12493164&pageId=13249860 Resources include information on w**d control methods, available services, and best practices for effective w**d management. For further assistance, residents may contact the department directly at 775-782-9835.

Douglas County appreciates the cooperation of property owners in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all residents.

Did you know that Douglas County has a weekend Code Enforcement Partner who is exclusively in the Tahoe Township for VHR enforcement? Look for the white truck and say hi when you see him. Look below at additional information on Vacation Home Rentals in Douglas County, Nevada

Beat the heat this long weekend with some simple tips!
💦 Stay hydrated
😎 Wear hats, covered clothing, & sunglasses
🌞 Apply sunscreen
🌳 Seek out shade
🏢 Visit County facilities

Welcome to our new Code Enforcement Facebook Site for Douglas County! Be aware of heavy traffic on Highway 50 and 395 coming into the Tahoe Basin and the Carson Valley. There will be a Code Enforcement presence in Lake Tahoe Nevada for Vacation Home Rentals. Please follow VHR rules and be safe. Pick up your trash on your way out of wherever you are going. Have a Happy 4th!