Brooklyn property owners must maintain yards so grass and weeds do not exceed 10 inches or create rat harborage under NYC Admin Code §17-142 and §16-118.
NYC Admin Code §17-142 requires property owners to keep lots free of weeds, rank growth, and any conditions that harbor rats or create a nuisance. While NYC does not publish a specific inch-based limit, DOHMH and the Department of Sanitation typically issue summonses when grass exceeds approximately 10 inches or when overgrowth harbors pests. Vacant lots are held to the same standard. Admin Code §16-118 further requires owners to keep sidewalks and abutting areas clean. Fines start at $100 for a first violation and escalate to $400 for repeat offenses. Complaints can be filed via 311 and investigated by DOHMH Pest Control.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Kings County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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