FAQs • Kearney • CivicEngage

Can my neighbor leave junk in his yard?: No. The City of Kearney has specific regulations regarding the storage of equipment, building materials, miscellaneous junk and litter. Items that fall into the ‘nuisance’ category endanger the health and safety of citizens, and/or lower property values for the neighborhood. Most nuisance complaints can be solved by moving the materials into an enclosed building or sealed storage container. If you are unsure whether or not something falls into this category, please contact the Code Enforcement Division at (308) 233-3235.

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Code Enforcement FAQs

1. How long do I have to scoop my sidewalks after a snow storm?: Snow accumulated on any sidewalk needs to be removed twenty-four (24) hours after the cessation of a storm.

2. Is it okay to place snow from my driveway or sidewalk out into the street?: No. Snow removed from private property shall not be placed in or upon the public streets, alleys, sidewalks, or other public ways.

3. Is there a height regulation for grass in Kearney?: Grass within city limits must be kept trimmed below 12 inches on any property zoned residential, commercial or industrial. There are a few rural areas within city limits that are not required to meet this code. (Chapters 5-601 – 5-603) Kearney City Code

4. Can my neighbor leave junk in his yard?: No. The City of Kearney has specific regulations regarding the storage of equipment, building materials, miscellaneous junk and litter. Items that fall into the ‘nuisance’ category endanger the health and safety of citizens, and/or lower property values for the neighborhood. Most nuisance complaints can be solved by moving the materials into an enclosed building or sealed storage container. If you are unsure whether or not something falls into this category, please contact the Code Enforcement Division at (308) 233-3235.

5. Can my neighbor leave his vehicle in his yard?: The Code Enforcement Division handles vehicle complaints on private property, including private parking lots. This can include junked or dismantled vehicles, unlicensed vehicles (regardless of condition), improperly parked vehicles or abandoned vehicles. The City of Kearney must contact a vehicle’s owner before it can be moved by City employees or contractors, which can take several days. However, a property owner can have abandoned vehicles towed immediately at their own expense.

6. My car is dismantled, but I am working on it. Will the City have it towed?: No. Property owners, and tenants with a landlord’s permission, have 15 days to complete vehicle repairs or maintenance before they are required to move the vehicle.

7. Where can I legally park my vehicle?: On private property, vehicles must be parked on a hard surface (concrete, brick, asphalt, etc.) or in an enclosed building such as a garage. They cannot block the public right of way, sidewalk or alley. This includes vehicles of all types, boats, RV’s, campers and trailers. If you have questions about which category your vehicle falls into or where you can park on your property, please call the Code Enforcement Division, at (308) 233-3235.

The Kearney Police Department handles all animal complaints: abuse, neglect and barking. Please call the Police while the dog is barking.

Code Enforcement Division
Ph: (308) 233-3235

Kearney Police Department, Non-Emergency
Ph: (308) 237-2104