Grass Height Limits: Garden Grove vs Newport Beach

Is there a maximum grass height in Garden Grove?

The code does not specify a maximum height in inches, but overgrown and unkempt vegetation constituting a nuisance or safety hazard is enforceable under GGMC Section 9.18.120.

What maintenance is required for residential landscaping?

Regular mowing, pruning, cultivating, weeding, fertilizing, replacing dead plants, and watering. Overgrown vegetation likely to harbor vermin must be removed.

What happens if I don't maintain my yard?

Code Enforcement issues notices to correct. If you don't comply, the city may abate the nuisance at your expense plus administrative fines.

How tall can my grass be in Newport Beach?

Newport Beach does not specify a precise grass height limit, but overgrown, dead, or unmaintained vegetation is considered a nuisance. Properties must maintain landscaping in a neat and orderly condition, particularly in areas visible from the street.

Can the city cut my overgrown yard in Newport Beach?

Yes. If you fail to maintain your property after receiving a code enforcement notice, the city may abate the nuisance vegetation and charge all costs to the property owner.

Do I have to have a lawn in Newport Beach?

No. You are not required to have a traditional lawn. Drought-tolerant landscaping, native plants, and other alternatives are encouraged. However, whatever landscaping you have must be maintained in good condition and not become a nuisance.