Vacant Lot Maintenance: Flower Mound vs Little Elm

Flower Mound requires owners of vacant lots to maintain grass below 12 inches and keep the property free of weeds, debris, and stagnant water under Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances. Texas Local Government Code Section 214.902 grants municipalities authority to require mowing and weed abatement on unimproved lots and to perform the work at the owner's expense if they fail to comply after notice. The town may mow non-compliant lots and assess all costs against the property as a lien. For properties with repeated violations during the same calendar year, the town may file a standing authorization with Denton County that permits future mowing without providing additional notice to the owner for each occurrence. Vacant lots near residential neighborhoods receive heightened enforcement attention due to fire risk during North Texas dry summer months and the impact of unmaintained parcels on surrounding property values.

Little Elm requires vacant lot owners to keep vegetation below 12 inches and prevent dumping. The town can mow and abate at the owner's expense after notice.