With the first day of spring approaching, there are a few things to consider in and around your property:
- Make sure to cleanup any dog feces that have been buried in the snow. Once the snow and ground thaws, cleaning up requires more effort.
- Ensure downspouts and eavestroughs are directed away from neighbouring properties. Not only is it the bylaw (Community Standards 5M2004, Part 10) but it is also an opportunity to direct water runoff to a barrel for summer watering.
- The trees are starting to bud and it’s a good time to have a look around your property to see if there is any shrubbery overhanging sidewalks, roads or alleyways. According to the Streets Bylaw 20M88; hedges, trees and shrubs on your property must be kept trimmed so they don’t interfere with pedestrians using the sidewalk or vehicles using the street or alley.
- Composting is a great way to reduce household waste, but bins that are not looked after can attract pests. Once the warmer weather comes, make sure to turn your pile frequently and ensure meat, fish, grains, dairy and oil products are not added to the composter. More information on proper composting can be found on The City Waste & Recycling webpage: www.calgary.ca/waste
- This time of year, the ice on our waterways is very unstable, remind your children to stay off the ice and have a safe spring.
For more information on City of Calgary bylaws, please visit our website at www.calgary.ca/animalservices or call 3-1-1.
