Grass and weed height limits in Middlesex County are set by local bylaws, typically capping growth at 10-12 inches. Violations trigger nuisance enforcement under MGL c.111 s.122.
Grass and weed height rules in Middlesex County are enforced at the municipal level through local nuisance bylaws and health regulations. Most Middlesex municipalities (Cambridge, Somerville, Newton, Lowell, Waltham, Framingham, Malden, Medford) set a maximum grass/weed height of 10 to 12 inches for residential properties in developed zoning districts. Violations are typically enforced by the local Board of Health or Building Department under MGL Chapter 111 Section 122, which authorizes municipalities to abate public health nuisances including overgrown vegetation harboring pests or creating fire hazards. Typical enforcement involves a written notice giving 7 to 14 days to cut before the town hires a contractor and liens the property. Agricultural land, wetlands, and conservation areas are exempt. Some towns encourage native meadow plantings as alternatives but require registration or signage.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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