Homestead requires property owners to maintain grass and vegetation at or below 12 inches. The city's tropical climate promotes rapid growth, making regular mowing essential. Code Compliance actively patrols for overgrown properties and issues citations with escalating fines for repeat offenders.
Homestead's Code of Ordinances requires property owners to maintain grass and vegetation at heights not exceeding 12 inches. Given South Florida's tropical climate, growing season is year-round and grass can exceed limits within weeks if neglected, particularly during the rainy season (May through October). Code Compliance officers actively patrol neighborhoods and respond to complaints about overgrown properties. First violations typically receive a courtesy notice with a deadline to mow (usually 7-10 days). If the property is not brought into compliance, the city may hire contractors to mow the property and place a lien for the cost plus administrative fees. Vacant lots are subject to the same standards and are common enforcement targets. Properties with extensive tropical landscaping should ensure ground cover remains maintained even if decorative plantings grow taller. Swale areas between the sidewalk and street are the homeowner's responsibility to maintain.
First offense receives a courtesy notice. Subsequent violations carry fines of $100 to $500 per day. City may mow and lien for $500 to $2,000+. Contact Code Compliance at (305) 224-4800.
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