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1 302.4 Landscaping. Exterior property on residential premises shall be provided with lawn or ground cover of vegetation or shrubs, covering an area of not less than 10 percent of the total lot area. All exterior property areas which are not covered by vegetation shall be treated to prevent the blowing or scattering of dust particles in the air. Any tree, shrub or other plant material on the premises which overhangs a public entrance, driveway, or public walk shall be trimmed to avoid obstruction of view or movement of vehicles and pedestrians. Weeds and grass shall be maintained at a height of not more than 7 inches (203 mm) on all exterior property, except weeds and grass on unimproved parcels of land shall be maintained at a height of not more than 12 inches (305 mm). The area along fences and along foundations shall be maintained free of volunteer growth of trees and shrubs. Noxious weeds are prohibited. Vegetation shall be maintained to prevent damage and/or harm to the persons, premises or other property (including dead trees, tree branches scraping the house, etc.). 302.4.90 Dangerous Trees. Trees that are found to be dangerous because of the threat of collapse, shall be removed or partially removed as defined by the Building Commissioner to eliminate the hazard. 302.4.91 Vegetation blocking public way. Vegetation shall not block the ability of a person operating a vehicle from viewing an adjoining public way. Vegetation shall not impede any public vehicular or pedestrian way. 302.7.1 Fences. Fences shall be maintained in a good state of repair and shall not be allowed to deteriorate to an unsound or unsightly appearance. Repair shall be made with materials that match the balance of the fence. 302.8 Motor vehicles. No wrecked, dilapidated, or derelict motor vehicle, or any motor vehicle which does not meet the safety standards for maintenance and operation as provided under the statutes of the State, or any part of such vehicle, shall be stored on the premises: Exceptions: 1. Within a fully enclosed building. 2. 0 n the premises of a motor vehicle repair facility within the limitations of a duly issued permit for such repair facility. 302.90 Open commercial storage areas. All open salvage yards and open storage areas shall be completely obscured from surrounding property and public areas by a solid screen not less than 6 feet (1828 mm) in height. 302.91 Exterior storage. No items shall be stored outside without approved protection from elements unless the item is designed to be stored in direct contact with the elements. All exterior items shall be kept in a tidy manner and shall not accumulate excessively. 24