From Enterprise Staff
Polk County officials have clarified that the county can only assist with removal of disaster debris from the right-of-way when the homeowner has done the work themselves or utilized the service of unpaid volunteers.
Additionally, the county can only assist with removal of disaster debris from a privately maintained road if the county has a right-of-entry from the HOA/POA.
If a homeowner hires a contractor to cut a tree off of their home, they should make certain the contractor is hauling off the debris. Likewise, if a homeowner hires a contractor to muck and gut their home, they should make certain the contractor hauls off the debris.
Homeowners should check their insurance policies for any repair or other damage elements eligible for reimbursement.
To expedite the debris removal process, local citizens are asked to follow the following debris removal guidelines for private residential properties. Debris should be separated into the following categories – large appliances, construction debris, vegetative debris, hazardous waste and electronics.
Large appliances include refrigerators, washer/dryers, air conditioners, stoves, water heaters, dishwashers. Do not leave doors unsealed or unsecured. Construction debris includes building materials, drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture and plumbing. Vegetative debris includes tree branches, leaves, logs and plants. Hazardous waste includes oil, batteries, pesticides, paint and cleaning supplies. Electronics includes televisions, computers, stereos, phones and DVD players.
Debris should be placed curbside, away from trees, poles or other structures, and should not block the roadway or access to the property.
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