Weed Ordinances: White Plains vs Yonkers

Is poison ivy a violation in White Plains?

If it grows onto public walkways or neighboring property and creates a hazard, yes. On your own property away from public areas, it's typically not a code issue.

Do I have to remove Japanese knotweed in White Plains?

Yes if the city issues a removal demand. Noxious and invasive species are subject to abatement under the property maintenance code.

Who pays if the city abates weeds on my White Plains property?

The owner. Abatement costs plus administrative fees are billed to you and can be added to the tax bill if unpaid.

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.