Q: There are always several cars parked at my neighbor’s home which limit my ability to find a place to park. Can the City regulate this? 

A: If vehicles are parked on the street and limit traffic flow, do not have tags or an inspection sticker, contact the Police Department at 247-2500. If a vehicle is parked on private property and is not in operable condition and/or does not have valid license plates or an inspection sticker, contact the Department of Codes Compliance to report a violation.

Q: I have noticed that some of my neighbors leave their garbage and recycling carts at the curb for several days after collection. Are there any rules in place to limit how long garbage carts can be left at the curb?

A: Yes. Garbage carts and recycling containers should not be set at the curb any earlier than 3:00 p.m. the day before your scheduled collection day or later than 7:00 a.m. on the day of collection. After collection, trash and recycling containers should be stored on the side or rear of the home no later than midnight on the day of collection. If you feel that your neighbor is a habitual offender of this requirement, call the Department of Public Works at 269-2700.   Public Works periodically checks and gives citations for violations of this provision.

Q: My neighbors have late night get-togethers and disturb the entire neighborhood. Who should I call?

A: The City of Newport News’ nuisance laws were created to keep our neighborhoods safe and are not limited to restricting excessive noise such as loud music from either a home or car stereo. Examples of violations of nuisance laws include parties attended by a large number of people that tend to “spill” out into the street or yard, large or loud gatherings on backyard decks, vehicles parked in residential neighborhoods that require parking decals and general speeding in neighborhoods. Call the Police Department if you feel that your neighbor is in violation of the City’s nuisance laws.

Q: There seem to be multiple families living in my neighbor’s home which is causing a disturbance for the entire neighborhood. Is there anything that can be done?