Garland requires property owners to keep grass and weeds under 12 inches; taller vegetation is declared a nuisance and the city may abate at the owner's expense after notice.
Under Garland's nuisance and property maintenance ordinance, grass, weeds, and rank vegetation exceeding 12 inches in height on any lot, alley, parkway, or right-of-way abutting a property is declared a public nuisance. Code Compliance issues a written notice of violation giving the owner a short period (typically 7-10 days) to mow. If the owner fails to comply, the city contracts mowing and assesses the cost plus an administrative fee as a lien against the property. Repeat violators may be cited directly into municipal court without further notice for the rest of the calendar year, with fines up to $500 per offense. Vacant lots, alleys, and rear yards are all subject to the rule. Native or wildflower areas may be allowed if intentionally planted and maintained as landscaping rather than neglected lawn.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Garland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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