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1. May I have 4 or more cats or dogs in my home?

City ordinance 3-03-02.10 allows homeowners to have no more than three dogs and/or cats or combination thereof, six months of age or older. A special pet license with Bismarck’s Environmental Health Division is required if you wish to have more. 

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2. What can I do about my neighbor's junk vehicle?

Bismarck zoning ordinance prohibits abandoned or unlicensed vehicles from storage outside of a closed building in any residentially zoned district. If you need to report an abandoned vehicle or unlicensed vehicle, click here: Nuisance Complaint

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3. My neighbor has junk in his yard. What can I do?

Section 14-05-05.1 of Bismarck zoning ordinance states: No person shall cause, permit, keep, accumulate or allow the accumulation of any commercial equipment, junk, refuse, surplus, scrap, salvage or other similar items outside of a closed building in any residentially-zoned district. 

If you need to report junk stored outdoors, click here: Nuisance Complaint

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4. What are the regulations governing the handling and disposal of materials containing asbestos?

The North Dakota Department of Health administers guidelines and regulations involving the handling and disposal of asbestos-containing materials. In many instances, a "Notification of Demolition or Renovation" form must be completed. 

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5. Do I need a food permit when offering food to the public?

Yes, a food license is required when offering food to the public. For more information, contact Bismarck’s Environmental Health Division at 701-355-3400. 

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