Prairie Grove Police Department

Frequently Asked Question's

WHERE CAN'T I SKATEBOARD?

You may not skateboard or use any other type of toy vehicle on the road or the sidewalks in the downtown business district. For more information about where you can or can't skateboard please contact the police department for an updated copy of the ordinance.

HOW MANY ANIMALS AM I ALLOWED TO HAVE?

You are allowed to have up to 5 animals at any single premises, unless you purchase a kennel license. However, all animals within the city limits must be licensed. You may purchase the license from the Prairie Grove Water Department.

CAN I BURN INSIDE THE CITY LIMITS OF PRAIRIE GROVE?

Burning inside the city limits is only allowed in areas zoned A1 and then only after obtaining a permit from the Prairie Grove Water Department.

ARE THERE ANY ORDINANCES CONCERNING OVERGROWN LAWNS?

According to Prairie Grove City Ordinance 5.08, grass must not exceed 6" in heigth and all property must be maintained in a clean sanitary condition, which means it must remain free from trash and other rubish. In addition, Prairie Grove City Ordinance 8.12 prohibits inoperable motor vehicles in residential areas.

IS THERE A CURFEW IN PRAIRIE GROVE?

There is a curfew in Prairie Grove for all individuals under the age of 18. That curfew is as follows:

Sunday through Friday evenings from 11:00 P.M. through 5:00 A.M. (six hours)
Saturday evenings beginning at midnight through 5:00A.M. (five hours)

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO HAVE A YARD SALE?

You must obtain a yard sale permit from the Prairie Grove Water Department; failure to do so can result in a citation to appear in the Prairie Grove District Court and a possible fine. Once you obtain your permit make sure you do not use box signs or signs on utility poles.

For more information about ordinances in the city of Prairie Grove, please refer to the Prairie Grove Municipal Code.