Classification of nuisances.
Riverside Municipal Code § 6.11.030
in effect6.11.030 - Classification of nuisances.
The following acts and conditions, when performed or existing upon any lot or parcel within the City, are declared to be unlawful and are defined as and declared to be public nuisances per se that are injurious to the public health, safety, and welfare:
A. Buildings or structures that are under construction or rehabilitation and are not completed during the term of a valid building permit or building permit extension issued by the Community & Economic Development Department Director, the Building Official, or their designees.
B. Unoccupied buildings or structures that have been left unlocked or otherwise open or unsecured from intrusion by persons, animals or the elements.
C. Buildings or structures for human use or occupancy that have been left vacant for more than 180 days, unless one of the following applies:
1. The building or structure is the subject of an active building permit for repair or rehabilitation and the owner is progressing diligently to complete the repair or rehabilitation.
2. The building or structure complies with all codes adopted by the City, does not otherwise constitute a public nuisance, is ready for use or occupancy and is actively being offered for sale, lease or rent.
3. The building or structure, including the premises on which it is located, does not otherwise constitute a public nuisance and is not likely to become a public nuisance because it is being actively maintained and monitored. Actively maintained and monitored means the owner is doing the following:
a. Maintaining landscaping and plant materials that comply with the Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 6.14, Section 6.14.020 in good condition.
b. Maintaining the exterior of the building or structure, including, but not limited to, its paint and finishes, windows and doors, fences and walls, porches and patios.
c. Maintaining the interior of the building or structure free from litter, junk, trash, and debris.
d. Maintaining the exterior free of trash, debris and graffiti;
e. Maintaining of the building or structure in continuous compliance with all applicable codes and regulations, including Health and Safety Code Section 17920.3 and California Fire Code Section 311.1 through 311.5.5.
f. Preventing criminal activity on the premises, including, but not limited to, use and sale of controlled substances, prostitution and criminal street gang activity.
(Ord. 7341 § 5, 2016; Ord. 6969 § 1, 2007)
Source: City of Riverside, California, Municipal Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ca/riverside/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_TIT6HESA_CH6.11MAREVANEBU_6.11.030CLNUFetched: 11/1/2026