Aurora enforces an 8-inch maximum grass and weed height. If weeds exceed 8 inches, the city may mow without further notice and bill the property owner. Vacant lots receive priority enforcement.
Aurora code compliance enforces the 8-inch maximum grass and weed height limit citywide. If weeds grow to more than 8 inches, the city may cut them without further notice, and the property owner is liable for all costs. The weed and grass abatement program targets properties after a 7-day notice period. City crews mow non-compliant properties and all costs including administrative fees are added as a lien. The near east side and older industrial corridor neighborhoods see the most enforcement. The city also enforces the IL Noxious Weed Act (505 ILCS 100) requiring destruction of Canada thistle, ragweed, and other noxious species.
7-day notice. City mows: costs plus admin fees as property lien. Citations: $50 to $750 per occurrence.
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