We inspect and maintain public alleys regardless of whether private work was completed, including gravel or other materials installed without a right-of-way permit.
Trash, recycling and compost
Trash cans should not be in the path of travel in an alley at any time. Please keep them as close to your house as possible. We will do our best to move cans that are left out in the alley, understanding that sometimes it is the trash pickup company that leaves trash cans in the alley.
Plantings and flower beds
We only do work within the public right of way. If you have vegetation that you have planted in the right of way, it should not be there.
Vehicles
When maintenance equipment is in the alley, cars should be parked on the street so city crews can more efficiently finish their work. Traffic impacts are minimal and city staff will make efforts to ensure access is maintained.
Damaged property
There are rare occasions when the unpredictable happens to private property. If there is damage to private property, please contact our Risk Management Team at riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.