Aurora City Code limits weeds and grass to 6 inches or less on developed residential and commercial lots. Overgrowth is a nuisance subject to notice, abatement, and cost recovery by Neighborhood Services.
Under Aurora City Code Chapter 94 (Nuisances), property owners must maintain lawns and landscape areas so that weeds, grass, and rank vegetation do not exceed 6 inches in height. Code Enforcement (Neighborhood Services) inspects based on complaints and proactive sweeps. When a violation is observed, the city issues a Notice of Violation with a compliance deadline, typically 7 to 10 days. If the property is not mowed by the deadline, Aurora may hire a contractor to abate the nuisance and assess the cost, plus administrative fees, against the property as a lien. Natural landscapes, xeriscape beds, ornamental grasses, and designated native plant areas are generally exempt when clearly defined and maintained. Vacant lots and alley frontages are the owner's responsibility. Repeat offenders may face escalating civil penalties through municipal court.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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