Invasive Plant Rules in Cleveland, OH (2026)
1 verified invasive plant rules for Cleveland, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Prohibited Species
Cleveland doesn't ban invasive plants citywide, but within its riparian and wetland setbacks the Zoning Code requires revegetation to use non-invasive species and directs property owners to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources' Invasive Plant Species list to identify what's off-limits.
Cleveland Bars Invasive Plants From Riparian Buffers
Light RestrictionsCleveland Codified Ordinances § 351.08(a)(3)
Revegetation and/or Reforestation. Riparian and wetland setbacks may be revegetated, enhanced or restored. Any revegetation must be performed with non-invasive plant species. Refer to the Ohio Invasive Plant Species list created by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to determine invasive plant species undesirable for revegetation, reforestation, or restoration of riparian areas.
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