Landscaping Rules in Butte County, CA (2026)

California Public Resources Code section 4291(a)(1)-(4)

(a)(1)(A) Maintain defensible space of 100 feet from each side and from the front and rear of the structure, but not beyond the property line except as provided in subparagraph (B). The amount of fuel modification necessary shall take into account the flammability of the structure as affected by such factors as roofing material, building material, overall surface area, and total volume. (a)(2) ...

Butte County Code of Ordinances § 24-79(B)

B.Grading or Alterations to Riparian Vegetation. Grading, alteration of the natural contours of the land, or cutting or alteration of natural vegetation that protects a riparian habitat is prohibited within riparian areas except when such action is:1.Necessary to protect public health and safety.2.Associated with an approved creek restoration and enhancement project intended to improve the heal...

California Health & Safety Code section 14875

14875. As used in this article 'weeds' includes any of the following: (a) Weeds which bear seeds of a downy or wingy nature. (b) Sagebrush, chaparral, and any other brush or weeds which attain such large growth as to become, when dry, a fire menace to adjacent improved property. (c) Weeds which are otherwise noxious or dangerous. (d) Poison oak and poison ivy when the conditions of growth are s...

Butte County General Plan 2040 Policies W-P2.11, COS-P8.2, COS-P8.4 (adopted March 28, 2023)

W-P2.11 Landscaping projects shall use native plants that will continue to be viable in the area under long-term drought conditions. ... COS-P8.2 New landscaping shall promote the use of xeriscape and native tree and plant species, including those valued for traditional Native American cultural uses. COS-P8.4 Introduction or spread of invasive plant species during construction of development pr...