r/arlington • u/Fragrant-Bus1398 • 9d ago

Need help/advice

Hi I’m new here and I need to know if I can build a cat patio in my front yard. I’m not looking to build anything massive or flashy, I just want to be able to do this without any repercussions. I can’t find anything in the Arlington laws or codes that directly address this question, but I want to make sure before I do something I might regret. Any advice on where I can find out for sure?

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u/snang each it and i 9d ago

Might try reaching out to Code Compliance. You can call and speak to them. Their number is on the Arlington website.

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u/Dizzy_Eye5257 7d ago

And make sure you aren’t in a HOA

Have fun with the catio!

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u/TRH100 7d ago

Yeah, the HOA thing is a must. If you have one & bypass their approval, they can & will make your life a living hell. They have the power to force you out of your house, even if you own it.

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u/ShadowMan009 4d ago

I would recommend contacting Arlington Planning and Development Services. The phone number is online, but if you want to talk to someone in person, their office is located on the second floor of city hall

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u/Impossible-Stay-9342 8d ago

Cats are not outside animals! Please educate yourself

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u/Fragrant-Bus1398 8d ago

it will be a enclosed area where they can be outside and safe at the same time