Brinkley Station Townhouse Association (BSTA)

Prince George's County Single Family Housing Enforcement
(Minimum Requirements for Dwelling Units)

Please note that the BSTA guidelines for property upkeep aligns with the Prince George's County Minimum requirements.
 

  • Exterior properties and premises should be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition.
  • Exterior properties should be free from weeds and grass in excess of 12 inches.
  • Plant growth must not obstruct walkways, sidewalks, streets, adjoining driveways and/or the house numbers identifying the address of the dwelling.
  • Exterior walls should be free of holes, breaks and loose or rotting materials.
  • Exterior wood surfaces should be painted or covered with a protective treatment.
  • Peeling, flaking or chipped paint should be removed and surfaces repainted.

  • Wooden surfaces should be free of loose and flaking paint.
  • Metal surfaces with rust or corrosion should be coated with a protective treatment.
  • Structures and exterior properties should be free from rodent infestation.
  • Open storage of any household appliance, motor vehicle parts, building materials, furniture, dead trees, garbage or similar items is prohibited.
  • Walkways, stairs, driveways and parking spaces must be kept free of unsafe and hazardous conditions, and sidewalks must be cleared of snow and ice.
  • Not more than one motor vehicle that is wrecked, dismantled, inoperable or unlicensed is allowed on a property; and, the one vehicle that is allowed must be inside a closed garage.
  • Properties must be maintained free of graffiti.
  • Gutters and downspouts must be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions.
  • Firewood stored on a property must be neatly stacked and a minimum of 18" above the ground or 6" above an approved weed-free surface.
  • Swimming pools on a property must be maintained in good working order.
  • Fences must be maintained in good condition and fence gates must be operational.
  • Yards must be stabilized (grass or other approved cover) and graded to prevent accumulation of water or erosion.
  • Stairways, decks and balconies must be maintained in a safe condition.
  • Glass windows and doors must be free of cracks or voids.
  • Windows designed to be opened must be operable and able to remain open by the window hardware.