Invasive Plant Rules in Des Moines, IA (2026)

1 verified invasive plant rules for Des Moines, Iowa, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Prohibited Species

Des Moines prohibits growing noxious weeds, defined under Iowa Code § 317.1A, with no exception for gardens or native landscaping, and the weed official can abate violations and bill the property owner.

Des Moines Bans Noxious Invasive Weed Growth

Heavy Restrictions

Des Moines Municipal Code §§ 42-568–42-569

The property owner of all developed lots within the city shall keep the property free from weeds. ... This section shall not be construed so as to permit the growing of noxious weeds as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 317.

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Looking for Polk County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Des Moines city rules.

Invasive Plant Rules in Polk County →