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All exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from <br /> accumulation of rubbish or garbage. <br /> The presence of uncovered inoperable vehicles is a violation of Everett Municipal Code (EMC)8.22.030, <br /> which reads: <br /> • EMC 8.22.030 Abatement and removal of junk and inoperable motor vehicles from private <br /> property. <br /> A. All junk and inoperable vehicles placed or situated upon private property within the city <br /> limits shall constitute a criminal violation and shall be subject to the penalties as set forth in <br /> Section 8.22.100 of this chapter, and are also public nuisances to be abated as provided in this <br /> chapter; provided, however, that this chapter shall not apply to: <br /> 1. A vehicle or part thereof that is completely enclosed within a building in a lawful manner <br /> where it is not visible from the street or other public or private property;or <br /> 2. A vehicle or part thereof that is stored or parked in a lawful manner on private property in <br /> connection with the business of a licensed dismantler or licensed vehicle dealer and is fenced <br /> according to the provisions of RCW 46.80.130;or <br /> 3. A vehicle enclosed in an opaque auto cover specifically designed to completely shield the <br /> vehicle from view.The cover must be in good condition and must be replaced if it is torn, <br /> weather-beaten,or acquires any other defects.Tarps and makeshift covers do not meet the <br /> requirement. <br /> B. This section shall apply whether or not permission has been given for the vehicle to be left <br /> on the property.(Ord. 2837-05 §4,2005: Ord. 2338-98 §3, 1998) <br /> EMC 8.22.020 Definitions. <br /> For the purposes of this chapter,the following words shall have the following meanings: <br /> *** <br /> G. "Inoperable vehicle" means a motor vehicle substantially meeting the following <br /> requirements: <br /> 1. Not having valid vehicle license and tabs; or <br /> 2. Damaged to such extent as to render it illegal for operation on any public highway, including <br /> but not limited to any of the following: broken head or taillights, broken or missing mirrors, <br /> cracked or missing window or windshield, deflated tires, missing seats or steering wheel, or <br /> other general conditions that would render a vehicle incapable of being driven on a public <br /> highway. <br /> CORRECTIVE ACTIONS REQUIRED: The Responsible Person(s) shall take the following actions to correct the <br /> Code Violations at the Property: <br /> 1. Removal all garbage,junk and litter and ensure the property is maintained in a clean and <br /> sanitary condition. <br /> 2. Cut and properly dispose of the overgrown black berry bushes. <br /> 3. Cover or properly enclose all inoperable vehicles within public view. <br /> 4. Cleanup the hillside and remove oil saturated soils. If washing with water is a chosen cleanup <br /> method,water must be collected and disposed of in a compliant manner. It may not be left or <br /> allowed to drain into storm drains. <br /> Notice and Order Page 5 of 8 <br />