Ordinances are city regulations enacted by City Council to promote the peace, safety, health, and well-being of all members of the community.

Abandoned Vehicles

Vehicles that are left unattended upon any property open to the public for 72 hours, or are left on private property without the property owner's permission, are considered abandoned and may be removed by the Police Department.

Call the Police Department at 513-229-8560 during regular business hours to report abandoned vehicles.

Burning Trash

The burning of trash within city limits is prohibited.

Curfew

Curfew hours for all persons under the age of eighteen years are in effect Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; and Friday and Saturday from midnight to 6:00 a.m.  Parents are held responsible for the curfew violations of minor children.

Door-to-Door Solicitations

Vendors who are not tax-exempt are required to register with the Mason Police Department for any sale or solicitation in the city, to honor any "No Solicitation" signs posted, and to solicit only during permitted hours.  Applications and information are available by calling 513-229-8560 or at www.imaginemason.org.

False Alarms

False Alarms are a tremendous drain on limited police resources.  City ordinance defines a false alarm as an alarm signal that necessitates a response by the police or fire department when an emergency situation does not exist.

If more than one false alarm occurs within six months, the owner of the property will be fined $50.  For additional false alarms within the 6-month period, the fine increases by $50 for each occurrence.

Firearms

The discharge of any firearm, cannon, pistol, or dangerous ordinance within city limits is prohibited.

Fireworks

City ordinance and state law prohibit the possession, sale, or discharge of fireworks within city limits.  The sponsor of all public fireworks displays within the city must first apply for approval from the Fire Chief and the Police Chief.

Illegal Dumping

To preserve the attractiveness of the city and improve water quality in local streams, no one is permitted to dump any solid waste material into any catch basin, storm sewer, local creek, or water basin.  Waste material includes human and / or pet waste, leaves, brush, automotive fluids, garbage, or other objectionable waste.  If you believe someone may be in violation of this ordinance, please call police dispatch at 513-925-2525 or the Mason Stormwater Engineer at 513-229-8520.

Junk Vehicles

Any motor vehicle which meets any two of the following criteria is considered a junk vehicle:

1. Is three years or older

2. Is extensively damaged.  Such damage includes but is not limited to missing wheels, tires, engine, or transmission.

3. Is not operable.  A vehicle is operable if it can be started and moved under its own power for a minimum of 100 feet.

Vehicles meeting two of these provisions must be housed or removed from the property to avoid being cited.

Lawn Care/Weed Ordinance

Mason property owners are required to keep all weeds and grass under 8 inches high.  If tall vegitation has not been cut after notification from the city, the city will hire a contractor to mow the property.  The property owner will be charged for the mowing.

If you believe someone may be in violation of this ordinance, call 513-229-8520.

Leash Law

Animals are required to be on the owner's premises or under reasonable control by the owner.  Owners and caretakers are prohibited from allowing their animals to run at large upon any public or private property within the city.

Noise

The City of Mason has adopted a noise ordinance to control unnecessary, excessive, or offensive noises.

Open Burning

Open burning is prohibited in the City of Mason.

Toy Vehicles

No person on roller skates or riding in or on any sled, toy vehicle or similar device may go upon any roadway in the city, except while crossing a street in a crosswalk or on streets designated as play streets.

Trees

Trees that are located in the public right-of-way may not be removed by private citizens.  If trees in the public right-of-way are dead or obstructing the view, please contact Public Works at 513-229-8580.

Certain types of trees are prohibited from being planted in the right-or-way.  If you are considering planting a tree in the right of way, please call the Engineering and Building Department for a list of approved trees.  Then contact the Ohio Utilities Protection Service "Call Before You Dig" line at 811 for utility line location.