La Porte requires property owners to maintain vegetation and clear dead brush, weeds, and overgrown areas under its property maintenance and nuisance ordinances. While not driven by wildfire risk like western states, brush clearance in La Porte addresses fire safety, pest control, and property maintenance. Code Enforcement at (281) 471-5020 handles vegetation complaints.
La Porte's property maintenance standards require owners to keep vegetation under control and prevent accumulation of dry brush, dead vegetation, and combustible plant material on their property. Under the nuisance ordinance (Chapter 74) and property maintenance provisions, overgrown lots with accumulated brush, tall weeds exceeding height limits, and dead trees or limbs that pose fire hazards must be cleared. The city's humid Gulf Coast climate means wildfire risk is lower than in arid regions, but accumulated dry vegetation during drought periods can still pose fire hazards. Properties near the bayou areas and undeveloped land along the Ship Channel corridor may be subject to additional scrutiny. La Porte can abate nuisance conditions and bill the property owner for clearance costs if the owner fails to comply after notice. Code Enforcement at (281) 471-5020 inspects properties and issues notices.
Property owners who fail to clear brush and vegetation after notice may face fines up to $500 per day the violation continues. La Porte can perform abatement and place a lien on the property for costs. Repeat offenders face escalating penalties.
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