Sun City Menifee turned out to be one of the most pet-friendly retirement communities in the Inland Empire, even though Del Webb didn't really design it that way back in 1962.

Working with the Sun City lot

Most original Sun City homes sit on lots between 6,000 and 8,000 sq ft.

Bermuda grass goes brown November through March.

DG and crushed rock hide solids.

Ficus roots and old irrigation lines — watch your footing.

Mature citrus. Dog waste near fruit trees is a food safety issue.

Sun City Civic Association rules

Waste must be removed from yards visible from street or common areas

Off-leash dogs in greenbelts is a violation

Repeat complaints can result in fines starting around $50

Most of our Sun City customers run on a once-weekly visit at around $85/month — well under what a single fine costs.

Seasonal adjustments

Summer (June-September): Triple-digit afternoons. Dogs out at dawn/dusk.

Fall (October-November): Santa Ana winds blow leaves over hidden waste.

Winter (December-February): Cooler temps mean slower decomposition.

Spring (March-May): Bermuda greens up, weeds explode.

Sun City Menifee yard care: a complete guide for retirees with dogs

Working with the Sun City lot

Sun City Civic Association rules

Seasonal adjustments

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