Westland allows native plant landscaping and managed natural areas as exemptions to the 8-inch grass rule when maintained under a documented landscape plan.
Westland grass and weed ordinance focuses on unmaintained turf and noxious weeds rather than intentional native plantings. Property owners may establish native prairie, pollinator gardens, or rain gardens that exceed the 8-inch height limit, but should document the planting with a written landscape plan describing species, layout, and maintenance schedule. Native areas should be set back from sidewalks and property lines, kept free of state-listed noxious weeds, and maintained to look intentional rather than abandoned. Code enforcement officers evaluate complaints individually and generally accept clearly designed native landscapes. Residents are encouraged to use plants native to southeast Michigan and to consult Wayne County Soil Conservation or local Audubon resources.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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