Mesa enforces fire prevention codes requiring property owners to maintain defensible space and clear dry vegetation. The city follows the International Fire Code as adopted under Title 7 of the Mesa City Code.
Mesa's fire prevention regulations require property owners to manage vegetation and maintain fire-safe conditions. Dry brush, weeds, and combustible materials must be cleared from around structures. The Mesa Fire and Medical Department conducts inspections and enforces the adopted International Fire Code. Properties in areas with higher fire risk may face additional clearance requirements. The city's code compliance division also addresses overgrown lots as a fire hazard.
Fire code violations are enforced by the Mesa Fire and Medical Department. Violations may result in citations, fines, and mandatory abatement. The city may clear hazardous vegetation at the owner's expense.
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