Lubbock limits grass and weeds to 12 inches maximum on residential and vacant lots. Violations trigger a notice to mow, followed by city abatement and a property lien if the owner does not comply.
Lubbock Code of Ordinances Chapter 22 declares grass, weeds, and rank vegetation taller than 12 inches a public nuisance on improved and vacant lots. Code Enforcement issues a written notice giving the property owner typically 7 to 10 days to mow. If the owner fails to comply, the city contracts a crew to mow and bills the owner for the mowing cost plus a substantial administrative fee. Unpaid charges become a lien on the property under Texas Health and Safety Code Section 342.007. Parkway strips between the sidewalk and curb, alley frontage, and drainage easements on private lots are the owner responsibility. Lubbock enforces vigorously during spring and summer growing seasons given the West Texas wind-blown weed-seed cycle. Repeat offenders may be placed on a no-notice abatement list after prior warnings.
First notice: 7-10 days to mow. City abatement: mowing cost plus admin fee typically 100-400 dollars, placed as property lien. Repeat: escalating fines up to 2,000 dollars per occurrence.
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