Imagine how frustrated you'd be if one of your neighbors had trash piling up in the yard and nothing was done about it.
A viewer turned to us for help when she found herself in that very situation.
Parents near the home on Johnson Street in Charlotte are concerned over a number of things including children’s safety with the trash around. They’re also worried about the ability to sell their homes and not lose any money in the process.
“It’s an eyesore for the neighborhood,” said Randi Sanderson, who has lived in the neighborhood for over three years. “A lot of us keep up with how our house looks and they just don't, it’s like they don't care.”
Despite multiple tickets being issued, the problem continues. Neighbors say at points the trash has been close to overflowing off the property.
“People are concerned about their property values and what it’s doing for our own property values,” said Sanderson.
“Charlotte city officials wouldn't go on camera Wednesday but say they're in the process of getting the situation taken care of.
They say that these types of situations take time and can be pretty common.
Amy Holcomb owns the property. Holcomb lives out of state and has been made aware of the situation.
Holcomb says she’s prepared to file for an emergency eviction if need be.
“We are aware that they're working with agencies and they are starting to make some progression,” said Holcomb. “They’re waiting for some already approved help from the state of Michigan to actually kick in.”
It’s progression many neighbors in the area are most looking forward to.
“Take care of your stuff and people won’t say anything,” said Sanderson. “People won’t be willing to call you guys out, get ahold of the city or have the fire department stop by thousands of times.”
Holcomb says the state is going to pay for a dumpster because the renters are on social security and don't have the money for it. She's just waiting for the check to be written.
It’s important to contact your city's code enforcement office first with any issues you may have in your neighborhood.
