Local Regulations

·          There is a leash law for all dogs in the Village. There is a limit of 3 dogs and 5 cats per property. Any dog found running at large in the Village will be impounded by the Animal Control Officer.

·         Dog & Cat Licenses expire biannually on April 30, and may be purchased from the Village Office annually with proof of current Rabies Vaccination. The cost is $7.00 for neutered, spayed or male dogs & cats. The cost is $9.00 for intact female dogs & cats.

·         The storing of unlicensed, inoperable or wrecked vehicles outside for more than 30 days is against the Municipal Code of Potter.

·         It is the homeowner’s responsibility to maintain their property from the middle of the street to the middle of the alley; this includes taking care of the sidewalks, weeds & grass.

·         Grass & weeds must be kept below 12”. Once over 12” it is considered a Public Nuisance and can be removed by the Village at the owner’s expense.

·         Trees must be kept trimmed to a height of at least 8’ above the sidewalk and to at least 14’ above the street.

·         Dumpsters are provided for the residents of Potter and can be found in the alley on most streets. Do not put yard waste, hot ash or tires in the dumpsters. They are emptied every Monday.

·         We have a recycling trailer that is located west of the Depot museum on Front Street. Recyclables that are accepted are #1 & #2 plastics, paper, magazines & aluminum cans. 

·         Building Permits are required, and they must be approved prior to beginning any work.

·         The Village of Potter offers residents the use of an Organic Landfill, which is located just 1 mile north and ½ mile east of town. Grass clippings, garden waste, branches, trees and unpainted wood with no metal may be taken to the landfill. It is open yearly April-October weather permitting.

·         The speed limit in town is 20 mph, and in the school zone it is 15 mph.