NEIGHBOR RELATED FAQ's

My neighbor's trees block my view — what can I do?
The City of Clyde Hill developed a view ordinance in 1991 that regulates the maintenance and restoration of views. The ordinance establishes a specific process of resolving situations where the growth of one or more trees on a neighboring property unreasonably obstructs the view or sunlight reaching a particular property. A process is established requiring the complainant to make all efforts with their neighbor in an attempt to work out a solution as neighbors. If these efforts fail, the complainant is next required to contact the King County Dispute Resolution Center and allow them to try to mediate a settlement. If both of these options fail, then the complainant may contact City Hall and receive an application packet with information explaining what needs to be done to bring the matter before the City's Board of Adjustment for settlement.

For additional information please call the City Staff (425-453-7800) and click here for more details.

My neighbors don't mow their lawn or trim the shrubs on their property. Can the City force them to maintain these features in their yard?
No. The City of Clyde Hill has no codes or ordinances regulating overgrown lawns or shrubs unless they intrude onto the public streets or sidewalks.

Are there codes limiting the hours of construction noise?
Yes. Construction work hours are 7am - 6pm Monday through Friday and 10am - 4pm Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays. These hours apply to noisy machines as well, such as leaf blowers.