The SouthWest Improvement Council is, "Building a Community of People Helping People"
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERNS :

ZONING:
Each home or business has a zoning code that determines what can and can't be done at the property. Sometimes owners file to change the zoning on their property. When this happens, the neighbors are notified by a large sign posted on the property. Pay attention to these signs! You have a right to protest zoning changes. Further Information: Zoning Administration, 720-865-3000

CITY ORDINANCES:
The City of Denver has many laws that protect our quality of life. Here's some handy phone numbers:
Noise Control
303-285-4053

Cable TV Complaints
720-913-8888

Child Abuse Hotline
720-944-3000

Child Support Enforcement
720-944-2406

Code Enforcement
720-865-3200

Better Business Bureau
303-758-2100
Election Commission
720-913-8683

Vandalism in Progress
720-913-2000

Fair Housing
303-672-5434

Justice Information Center
303-832-1220

Water Emergencies
303-628-6801
Crime Stoppers Hotline
720-913-7867

Complaints about Police
720-913-8450

Smoking Vehicle Hotline
303-692-3211

Poison Control Center
303-739-1123

Building Code Violations
720-865-2700

DISTURBING THE PEACE:
 Any of the following may be reported: neighbors fighting, loud parties, barking dogs, and loud music.Police will take your complaint more seriously when you give your name and tell them you are willing to sign a complaint. For further information, call the Noise Control Line at 303-285-4053.
DEAD ANIMAL PICKUP: 303-640-2136 for roadkill and related.

TRASH IN YARDS:
Denver residents must keep their yards reasonably clean. This means cutting grass and weeds, and not storing junk in the yard. To report a trashy yard, call Neighborhood Inspection Services at 720-865-3200
ABANDONED CARS:
Sometimes people leave cars in their yards. You cannot park a car on your yard or lawn. Cars must be on paved or graveled surfaces, and there is a limit to how many cars each home can have. For further information, call the Abandoned Cars Line at 720-913-1747.
CRIME AND CRIME PREVENTION:
is everyone's concern. To report a crime in progress, call 911. To get information about crime issues, call the Denver Police Non Emergency Number, 720-913-2000. You can ask for an officer to meet with you and your neighbors and discuss crime prevention techniques.
DRUGS:
If you suspect drug use, please report the address to the Denver Police. You can remain anonymous. Give the address, vehicle license places, descriptions of suspects, and any other identifying information.

VIOLENCE:
 The police will help you with crimes of violence. If you hear or see a violent incident, please call 911 immediately and give the details. If you want to report a domestic violence situation, call Denver Police Dispatch at
720-913-8683.

CITY OF DENVER WEB SITE: denvergov.org/planning
 This handy web site has information about City job openings, historic preservation, planning services, neighborhoods and more.

SWIC Neighborhood Advisory Council:
gets neighbors together to solve problems. Meetings are held every second Monday of each month at 5:45 PM in the Westwood Community Center on Lowell Blvd.. Call 303-934-2268 to get on the agenda.