Aurora, IL Invasive Plant Rules: Prohibited Species (2026)

Prohibited Plant Species. The following plant species are prohibited. Noxious Weeds, as defined by the Illinois Noxious Weed Law, 505 ILCS 100/ et. seq. Exotic Weeds, as defined by the Illinois Exotic Weed Act, 525 ILCS 10/ et. seq., unless specifically exempted in accordance with the Act. Naturalized Planting Areas. The use of naturalized prairie style landscaping shall be encouraged adjacent to and within stormwater detention facilities, wetland, low-lying and inactive open space areas. These areas must meet the following criteria in addition to the City of Aurora’s Wetland and Naturalized Planting Standards in order to remove said areas from the above stated requirements. A detailed species list and management plan shall be prepared by a reputable consultant to be submitted by the Developer with the proposed Landscape Plan. This report shall include specifications on seed mix and amounts of seeds per square foot to be planted. These areas shall not be subject to Section PM-302.4 of the Property Standard Ordinance if maintained pursuant to said management plan. Installation and maintenance. The planting and maintenance of prairie style landscaping shall be subject to any additional standards as the city may from time-to-time promulgate.