Jacksonville-Duval Ordinance Code Chapter 518 limits turf/weed height to 12 inches on improved residential lots. Property Safety Division issues notices; liens for noncompliance.
Chapter 518 Property Safety Code requires improved residential property to maintain turf/groundcover under 12 inches. Unimproved vacant lots have a 36-inch threshold. Property owners receive a written notice with 14 days to comply. After non-compliance, the city mows the lot and places a lien for actual mowing cost plus $200+ administrative fee.
Notice, then city-performed mow: $200 administrative fee plus mowing cost (~$150-$500 depending on lot). Unpaid fees become a property lien.
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