Landscaping Rules in Rapides Parish, LA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Rapides Parish, Louisiana.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Rapides Parish. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Weed Ordinances
In recognized subdivisions outside incorporated towns, Rapides Parish will not send crews to cut weeds and grass unless the growth has reached eight inches above ground level, and only after notice. The Police Jury photographs the height before billing the owner for the cut.
Rapides Parish Weed and Grass Height Limit
Some RestrictionsRapides Parish Code §§ 13-21, 13-22
In no instance shall the police jury be authorized to cut and remove obnoxious weeds and grass without prior notice thereof and, in addition, the grass has reached a height of eight (8) inches above the ground level. A photograph showing the height of the grass shall be taken and the cost thereof charged against the property. ... The charge for cutting obnoxious grass and weeds when the Rapides...
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