Dallas Code Section 18-14 requires property owners to prevent weeds, grass, and vegetation from becoming a nuisance or fire hazard. Vegetation must not exceed 12 inches on occupied or unoccupied premises within 100 feet of the perimeter.
Dallas Code Section 18-14 requires every owner, occupant, or person in control of occupied or unoccupied premises to use every precaution to prevent weeds, grass, or other vegetation from growing on the premises so as to become a nuisance or fire hazard. Section 18-13 prohibits allowing weeds or grass to exceed 12 inches in height. The 12-inch limit applies within 100 feet of the property perimeter. Code Compliance enforces vegetation violations and may abate nuisances at the property owner's expense if not corrected. The Dallas Fire Code (Chapter 16) also addresses fire hazard conditions related to vegetation in its general provisions.
Violations of Section 18-13 carry fines under Section 18-16. The city may abate the condition at the owner's expense and place a lien on the property for costs incurred. Fines increase for repeat offenders.
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