Garfield vs Ridgewood

How tall can grass and weeds get in Garfield before it is a violation?

Grass, weeds, and other plant growth on premises and exterior property may not exceed eight inches. Anything taller than that may trigger a property maintenance violation.

What happens if I do not cut my weeds after a notice in Garfield?

The city or its contractor is authorized to enter the property and cut the overgrowth, charging all costs back to the property owner, on top of fines of up to $2,000 per offense.

Are wildflower meadows allowed in Ridgewood?

Cultivated flowers and gardens are excluded from the weed definition, so intentional wildflower plantings are generally allowed if maintained. Uncontrolled growth of grasses or weeds remains regulated.

What counts as a noxious weed?

Ridgewood specifically defines poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and ragweed as noxious weeds that are prohibited regardless of height. They must be removed from any property in the Village.