Montgomery's property maintenance code requires property owners to maintain grass and vegetation at a reasonable height. Grass exceeding 12 inches is generally considered a violation.
Montgomery's property maintenance and environmental code (Chapter 12/18) requires landowners to keep grass and weeds trimmed to prevent nuisance conditions. Grass and vegetation exceeding approximately 12 inches triggers code enforcement action. The city may issue a notice to abate, and if the owner fails to comply, the city may have the property mowed and bill the owner for the cost. Vacant lots are subject to the same standards as occupied properties.
Property owners receive a notice to abate. Failure to comply may result in city-ordered mowing at the owner's expense, plus fines and liens on the property.
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Montgomery prohibits unnecessary, loud, or disturbing noises under Chapter 18 of the city code. Noise that disturbs the peace or comfort of residents is unla...
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Montgomery regulates construction noise under its general noise ordinance. Construction activities must not create unreasonably loud or disturbing noise, and...
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Montgomery addresses barking dogs under both its noise ordinance and animal control code (Chapter 4). Dogs that bark persistently and disturb neighbors const...
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Montgomery's zoning code regulates fence heights. Front yard fences are limited to 4 feet, while side and rear yard fences may be up to 6 feet in residential...
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Montgomery requires building permits for certain fence installations. Fences over 6 feet or those in special zoning districts require a permit from the Build...
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Montgomery requires fences to be built on or within the property owner's property line. Alabama follows the "spite fence" doctrine, and neighbors may share f...
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