Orange County enforces weed and vegetation abatement in unincorporated areas through the OC Agricultural Commissioner under California Health and Safety Code Sections 14875-14922. Dry weeds and grass within 100 feet of structures must be cleared as a fire and nuisance hazard.
The Orange County Board of Supervisors declares noxious or dangerous weeds a public nuisance requiring abatement by removal. Under California Health and Safety Code Sections 14875 through 14922, property owners in unincorporated areas must maintain their property hazard-free year-round. Dry weeds, brush, or neglected vegetation within 100 to 200 feet of a home or structure, or within 10 feet of a road, are considered hazardous and must be cleared. The OC Agricultural Commissioner administers the Weed Abatement Program, which issues an annual Spring Notice to property owners requiring vegetation clearance. Property owners who fail to clear vegetation may have county-contracted crews perform the work, with clearing charges billed per square foot plus administrative and inspection charges added to the property tax bill.
Non-compliant properties are cleared by county contractors. Costs including clearing charges per square foot, administrative fees, and inspection charges are added as a lien to the property tax bill. Annual notices are sent each spring.
Midway City, CA
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Orange County, CA
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Orange County, CA
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Orange County, CA
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Orange County, CA
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Orange County, CA
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