Property Maintenance in Ventura County, CA (2026)

4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 10 cities in Ventura County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Ventura County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Trash Bin Storage

Ventura County regulates trash bin storage and placement in unincorporated areas. Bins must be stored out of public view except on collection days, and must be placed at the curb by the designated time and retrieved within a specified period after collection.

Ventura County Trash Bin Storage Ordinance

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Property Blight

Ventura County addresses property blight through Division 13 (Abatement of Public Nuisances) and Code Compliance enforcement. Blight conditions including accumulated trash, overgrown vegetation, junk vehicles, and deteriorated structures are declared public nuisances subject to abatement.

Ventura County Nuisance Abatement

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Vacant Lot Maintenance

Vacant lots in unincorporated Ventura County must be maintained to prevent fire hazards, nuisance conditions, and blight. Property owners are required to clear weeds, secure the property, and prevent illegal dumping under the county's property maintenance and fire prevention codes.

Ventura County Vacant Lot Maintenance Ordinance

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Garage Sale Rules

Garage sales in unincorporated Ventura County must keep items on private property and not encroach into the right-of-way. Open storage after the sale must comply with §8107-1.6 limits. Frequent sales may constitute commercial activity requiring a business license.