Snellville does not prohibit native plant landscaping or 'no-mow' meadows in lieu of lawns, but the 12-inch grass/weed height rule still applies. Native landscape plans can exempt specific areas if maintained.
Native plants (Piedmont natives like muhly grass, black-eyed Susan, echinacea, swamp milkweed) are encouraged by GA DNR and Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center. Snellville's nuisance ordinance still caps weeds/grass at 12 inches, so wildflower meadows require maintained boundaries and documentation as intentional landscape to avoid enforcement. Invasive species (kudzu, privet, Bradford pear) discouraged.
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Amplified music plainly audible at property lines or beyond 100 feet prohibited, especially during quiet hours (11 PM-7 AM). Commercial establishments along ...
Snellville, GA
Persistent barking disturbing neighbors violates Snellville's noise ordinance and Gwinnett County animal control rules. Continuous barking for 10+ minutes or...
Snellville, GA
RVs, boats, and trailers generally prohibited in front yards in residential zones. Must be stored in rear/side yard behind setback line, often screened. Temp...
Snellville, GA
Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Snellville Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles on residential p...
Snellville, GA
Driveways must be paved (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) in residential zones. Curb cuts require city engineering approval. Parking on front lawns prohibited.
Snellville, GA
Commercial vehicles over 3/4 ton or with commercial signage/equipment (dump trucks, box trucks, tractor-trailers) prohibited overnight in residential zones. ...
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