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Can I do major repair work on a vehicle within a residential neighborhood?: Yes. All major repair work must be performed within a fully enclosed structure. At no time can work be performed outside of the structure. Under no circumstances can a vehicle be painted within a residential neighborhood.

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1. What does Major vehicle repair mean?: “Major vehicle repair” means any maintenance, repair or replacement not listed in the definition of “minor vehicle repair” in this subsection, including, but not limited to, the removal of engines, rebuilding of engines, repair of the internal components, repair or removal of differentials or axles, dismantling of vehicles, and body work.

2. What does Minor vehicle repair mean?: “Minor vehicle repair” means maintenance, repair or replacement of the alternator, generator, starter, water pump, battery, brakes or part thereof; minor tune-up (which consists of distributor cap, rotor and spark plug replacement); change of oil and filter, fan belt, or hoses; lamp replacement; repair of flat tires; lubrication.

3. Can I do major repair work on a vehicle within a residential neighborhood?: Yes. All major repair work must be performed within a fully enclosed structure. At no time can work be performed outside of the structure. Under no circumstances can a vehicle be painted within a residential neighborhood.