Frequently Asked Questions

Barking Dogs and Amplified Noise:

Concord Township has passed resolutions to allow law enforcement officers to deal with the issues of barking dogs and amplified noise. A sound amplification system means any radio, tape player, compact disc player, musical instrument, etc. that is plainly audible at a straight line distance of fifty feet. A public nuisance dog is defined as one that makes frequent or habitual disturbing noises, barks, howls, or yelps which are audible at a straight line distance of fifty feet or more from the property line.

Brush Removal:

The Township schedules “Brush Pick-Up Days” in the spring and fall to help our residents dispose of routine clippings and tree trimmings. The Township will pick up brush on the last two working days of each month April through September. Brush cannot be larger than three inches in diameter or six feet in length. This service is not designed to remove limbs from a topped-out tree, a tree cut to the ground, or the total removal of a tree.

Road Superintendent Neil Rhoades and his staff reserve the right to refuse debris if it is excessive in size or quantity. If you want the brush pick-up service, call 339-1492 to leave your name and address. The staff will respond as soon as they are able.

Dead animals:

The Township staff will remove dead animals from the roadways if they are Township Roads. Some roads are maintained by the County, others by the State. Call the Township Office to give the location of the animal.

House number signs:

Concord Township sells the green house number signs with the white numbers. The single side plates are $6.00 each and the double side plates are $9.00 each. The numbers are provided at no additional charge. These signs are highly visible to emergency service vehicles (fire, Sheriff, ambulance) and are very reflective in the dark.

Leaf Pick-Up:

Leaves should be raked one foot away from the gutter onto the street to allow drainage in the gutter. For streets without curbs, leaves must be as close to the road as possible. Please do not rake leaves around mail boxes, trees, etc. Vehicles should be removed from the streets on collection dates. Foreign objects and limbs must be kept out of the leaves. Township residents who do not live along the planned routes or in a less populated area can request leaf pick up by calling 339-1492. See schedule on the right for more details.

Outdoor Burning:

Recreational fires cannot be larger than a 4’ by 4’ circle. The flames must be less than 4’ high and the fire must be attended at all times. Fires to burn brush or trash are prohibited. Reports of illegal fires can be made to 9-1-1 or to the non-emergency number at the Miami County Communications Center which is 339-6400.

Overgrown yards, tall grass, and noxious weeds:

The Township can mow down areas of overgrown grass and noxious weeds. Residents must contact the Township office in writing to report such a situation. The Township sends the land owner a letter giving them five days to correct the situation. If the land owner does not comply, the Township staff will take the necessary equipment to mow the area and the charges of $100.00 per hour will be added to the real estate taxes on the property.

Planning & Zoning:

Many questions come in regarding fences, junk cars, construction of outbuildings, and other similar issues. Concord Township has its zoning done by the Miami County Planning & Zoning Department. The number there is 440-8111. If you want to ask about a situation to see if it falls under Planning & Zoning, please call the Township Office.

Run down houses and buildings:

Dilapidated houses and other buildings pose a threat to public health, so complaints are handled by the Miami County Health District. Their telephone number is 440-5500.

Sewer and Water:

Concord Township has been very active in working with the Miami County Sanitary Engineering Department to supply sewer and water to residents who need and want it. For general questions, call the Sanitary Engineering Department at 440-5654.

Solid Waste and Recycling:

The Miami County Sanitary Engineering Department also takes care of solid waste and recycling. In addition to their regular services, they hold periodic “Household Hazardous Waste Days” for a nominal fee. Please call 440-3488 for more information.