Tuolumne County regulates hazardous vegetation under Ordinance Code Chapter 8.14 (Hazardous Vegetation Management). Property owners must maintain defensible space of 100 feet around structures, including keeping grass and weeds short near buildings per PRC §4291.
Chapter 8.14 establishes hazardous vegetation management requirements including removal of dead trees, fallen branches, and mowing of grasslands. PRC §4291 sets the statewide requirement for defensible space around structures in fire-prone areas. Properties must maintain Zone 1 (0–30 ft) in a lean, clean, green condition and Zone 2 (30–100 ft) with reduced vegetation. The Code Compliance department enforces vegetation standards.
Notice to abate. City abatement at owner’s expense ($200 to $1,000+). Administrative fees. Property lien for non-payment.
Tuolumne County, CA
Barking dogs in unincorporated Tuolumne County are addressed under Chapter 6.04 (Animal Control) as an animal nuisance. Animal Control investigates complaint...
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Tuolumne County does not have specific construction hour restrictions in unincorporated areas. Construction activities are generally permitted during reasona...
Tuolumne County, CA
Tuolumne County does not have a standalone noise ordinance for unincorporated areas. General nuisance provisions apply under state law. The county's STR ordi...
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Driveway regulations in unincorporated Tuolumne County follow county road standards and building code requirements. Properties must maintain adequate access ...
Tuolumne County, CA
Street parking on county roads in unincorporated Tuolumne County follows California Vehicle Code provisions. Vehicles cannot remain on public roads for more ...
Tuolumne County, CA
Tuolumne County does not have specific restrictions on commercial vehicle parking in residential areas beyond general zoning provisions. Home occupation rule...
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