Weed Ordinances: Mount Vernon vs Yonkers

Will Mount Vernon cite me for poison ivy?

Yes, if it poses a hazard to public sidewalks or neighboring property. Notice to abate is issued, and city may remove at owner's expense.

What's the threshold for weed violations in Mount Vernon?

Chapter 170 generally treats growth over 10 inches as overgrowth subject to notice, abatement, and tax-lien recovery of city costs.

Can Mount Vernon put a lien on my house for weeds?

Yes. If you don't abate after notice, the city contractor mows and the full cost plus fees is placed as a tax lien on the property.

My neighbor's yard is full of weeds — what can I do?

File a complaint with Yonkers Department of Housing & Buildings; code enforcement will inspect and issue a notice if violations exist.

How long does a Yonkers weed violation give to fix the problem?

Notice of violation typically gives the owner around 10 days to abate the overgrowth. Failure to cure leads to city abatement billed to the owner plus administrative fees.

Which weeds get priority enforcement in Yonkers?

Noxious species such as poison ivy, ragweed, and Japanese knotweed receive priority enforcement, especially near sidewalks under the Yonkers Property Maintenance Code.