The Town of Hempstead has ordinances governing noise, height of lawns, dogs and illegal apartments, to name a few.
Heavy machinery cannot be operated outside of 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Lawns must be less than eight inches tall. Dogs must be on leashes and can't leave anything behind.
And all those rental apartments in people's basements: virtually all are illegal, according to the town.
Have you ever complained? Did you feel like a rat?
Which of these town-ordinance violations anger you most? Remember, the town only enforces its ordinances when someone complains.
Take our poll and leave some comments. We'll take them to town officials for their reaction.
