Skokie's property maintenance code requires grass and weeds to be kept under 8 inches tall. Properties with overgrown lawns receive code enforcement notices and may be mowed by the village at the owner's expense if not brought into compliance.
Under Skokie's property maintenance code, all lawn grass and weeds on residential and commercial properties must be maintained at a height of 8 inches or less. This applies to the entire lot, including front, side, and rear yards, and to the parkway strip between the sidewalk and curb, which is the owner's maintenance responsibility. Naturalized or native landscape areas with intentional taller plants may be permitted under a documented landscape plan, but must not include noxious weeds. Code enforcement inspects on complaint and general patrol. Vacant lots, foreclosed properties, and absentee-owned homes are frequent targets. If owners fail to mow after notice (typically 7 to 10 days), the village mows the property and bills the owner for the cost plus an administrative fee. Contact Code Enforcement at (847) 933-8235.
First violations receive notice with 7 to 10 days to comply. If owner fails to act, village may mow and bill owner, typically $150 to $500 per mowing depending on lot size. Fines for continued violations range $50 to $750. Liens may attach to properties for unpaid abatement costs.
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