From time to time the POA receives calls or emails from residents who are upset about owners who neglect to pick up their pet’s poop or allow their pets to urinate on private property. We would like to remind all pet owners that not only are these annoyances to the wonderful quality of life here, they also present health and safety issues and are violations of the CC&R’s of Daniel Island as well as City of Charleston ordinances. There are over 50 waste stations in common areas and parks that are equipped with bags and trash receptacles to assist pet owners with this duty.
Please care enough about your neighbors and community to prevent this discourteous habit of leaving your dog’s droppings behind. Should you witness this behavior, try first to communicate your feelings to the pet owner. In most instances this is all it takes, but should that not be the case and you notice this to be a regular occurrence, please contact the Daniel Island POA or the City of Charleston Animal Control Division at 720-3915 or 743-7200 which is the arm of the City that addresses these issues.
Below is some information on the City of Charleston Livability Court:
Mission Statement: To create a system that effectively enforces applicable ordinances to improve the livability and quality of life of all City of Charleston residents, while being fair and just to the accused and to promote an environment that is receptive to tourism and historic preservation.
Livability Court is an innovative way to handle age-old citizen concerns and quality of life issues. Previously, these types of cases were shuffled through the regular criminal court system and viewed often times as insignificant. However, livability issues can have serious, detrimental effects on neighborhoods and communities when left unresolved. Livability Court is devoted to such issues and promotes healthy communities and good citizenship.
Enforcement: The rules and ordinances pertinent to livability cases are enforced through the coordinated efforts of Livability Court Judges, City of Charleston Department Staff, and the City of Charleston Police Department.
How Can You Help?
First, kindly ask your neighbor to correct the situation before involving the authorities. If the problem persists, report the violation to the appropriate City of Charleston Department. Try to document as much evidence as possible to give to the authorities. Documentation is essential when prosecuting a violator, so be sure to collect as much information as you can.
Need Assistance? Contact:
Dan Riccio, M.A. | Director of Livability
Charleston Police Lieutenant (Ret.)
e: ricciod@charleston-sc.gov
o: 843.805.3226 | f: 843.724.3772
City of Charleston | Planning, Preservation & Sustainability
75 Calhoun Street | Charleston, South Carolina 29401
