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Who is responsible for the upkeep of the alley?: The property owner/tenant is responsible for maintaining all property bounded by the owner's property lines, the center of the alley and the back of the existing/proposed curb.

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1. Do you need a permit for a storage building?: Yes. Any size of storage building will need a permit.

2. Is it against City Code to have vehicles parked on the lawn?: Yes, vehicles should not be parked on an unpaved surface.

3. What steps do I need to take to have a vehicle removed from my property?: As the property owner, you may sign a Property Owner’s Consent to Remove a Motor Vehicle.

4. How can I request additional watering hours or days?: A Variance Petition Form is required and can be obtained in the Code Administration Office on the 4th floor, Suite 430, at City Hall (300 N Loraine) or via our online fillable form (PDF).

5. Does the City of Midland Code Compliance Division remove graffiti?: Yes, Code Compliance will remove graffiti (at no cost to the property owner) with the submission of a Graffiti Abatement and Indemnity Agreement. The form can be obtained at the Code Compliance Office on the 4th floor, Suite 430, at City Hall (300 N Loraine); or by contacting 432-685-7410.

6. What type of vehicles are considered to be inoperable and in violation by City Code?: A vehicle is considered inoperable if it does not display current registration and inspection stickers, has flat tires and/or is wrecked or damaged (must be street legal).

7. Who is responsible for the upkeep of the alley?: The property owner/tenant is responsible for maintaining all property bounded by the owner's property lines, the center of the alley and the back of the existing/proposed curb.

8. Can you park an RV in the back yard and stay in it?: No, RVs may not be used as living quarters.

9. Can a business operate in a residential district?: Yes, Customary Home Occupation is allowed with certain restrictions. Code Compliance can answer these questions.

10. What is considered a junk vehicle?: All vehicles visible from a public right-of-way must be currently registered and inspected, not be wrecked or have flat tires.

11. Can I put a tarp or car cover over my vehicles?: All vehicles visible from a public right-of-way must be currently registered and inspected, not be wrecked or have flat tires.

12. How many garage/yard sales are allowed?: Four garage/yard sales per year are allowed, but not more than two in a 90 days period.

13. Where can I dispose of yard waste, limbs?: You may take them to the City Collection Station located at 4100 Smith Road.

14. Can I put my vehicle for sale in a parking lot?: No, most business parking lots are not zoned for sale of vehicles.