Road safety in view: overgrowth on sidewalks and unclean areas should be avoided
The city administration of Griesheim asks property owners for regular pruning of plants that protrude into public space . The aim is traffic safety on walking and bike paths- especially for strollers, wheelchair or pedestrians .
"It becomes critical when sidewalks have grown so that people have to switch to the street or that traffic signs are no longer legible," explains Diana Richter from the urban development department. The property owners are obliged to remove the overgrowth in good time and keep adjacent paths clean.
Gentle pruning allowed - defects can be reported
, only a gentle form and care cut may take place between March 1 and September 30th . A radical pruning is only allowed between October and February to protect breeding birds. Information on overgrowth that affects public transport can be submitted defect detectors of the city of Griesheim
Disposable also applies to sidewalks and streets
In addition, the city is reminiscent of the duty of sweeping as it is regulated street cleaning statute The property owners have to complete sidewalks and keep the road clean to the middle of the road. Creeping up to 8 p.m. at the latest on the day before Sunday or public holidays . In the event of sudden or strong dirt, immediate cleaning may also be necessary.
(Griesheim - Red/PSG)
