Tall Weeds & Grass

Sec. 6.04.003     Uncultivated grass, weeds and plants

It shall be unlawful for any person having ownership, occupancy, supervision or control of any premises to allow grass, weeds, vegetation, brush, or any plant that is not cultivated to grow in rank profusion:

(1)     Upon such premises;

(2)     Along the sidewalk or street adjacent to the premises between the property line and the curb or, if there is no curb, within ten (10) feet outside that property line; or

(3)     In an alley or easement adjacent to the premises measured to the centerline of such alley or easement.

(Ordinance 1637 adopted 7/13/15)

State law reference–Authority of municipality to regulate weeds, grass, etc., V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code, sec. 342.004.