Landscaping Rules in Monroe County, NY (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Monroe County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Weed Ordinances
Monroe County towns enforce weed and overgrown vegetation rules. Rochester Property Conservation Code Ch. 90 requires grass under 10 inches. Vacant lots a priority. DEC regulates invasive species statewide.
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Some RestrictionsNYSDEC Invasive Species Program
Invasive species are non-native species that can cause harm to the environment, the economy or human health. Invasives come from all around the world. As international trade increases, so does the rate of invasive species introductions. Invasive species threaten nearly every aspect of our world and are one of the greatest threats to New York's biodiversity. They cause or contribute to: Habitat ...
Native Plants
Monroe County municipalities encourage native plantings for stormwater and pollinator habitat. NY DEC Native Plant list guides species selection. NY General Obligations Law §5-321-a does not preempt HOA aesthetic rules but reasonable native gardens typically allowed.
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Few RestrictionsNYSDEC Invasive Species (6 NYCRR Part 575)
Invasive species are non-native species that can cause harm to the environment, the economy or human health. Invasives come from all around the world. As international trade increases, so does the rate of invasive species introductions. Invasive species threaten nearly every aspect of our world and are one of the greatest threats to New York's biodiversity. They cause or contribute to: Habitat ...
Landscaping Rules by City in Monroe County
1 cities in Monroe County have their own landscaping rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
All Monroe County ordinances
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