Amarillo prohibits grasses, weeds, and rank vegetation exceeding 8 inches in height on any property within city limits. The City Marshal enforces complaints and the city may abate nuisances after notice and charge costs to the property owner.
Chapter 8-3 of the Amarillo Code of Ordinances (Garbage, Trash and Weeds) declares all grasses and weeds over 8 inches a public nuisance. The Building Official issues written notice by certified mail; failure to comply allows the city to cut, trim, or remove the vegetation. An administrative charge of $75 is added to cover inspection, re-inspection, and bookkeeping costs. Weeds exceeding 48 inches deemed an immediate health or safety danger may be abated without prior notice as 'Dangerous Weeds.' Costs become a lien on the property if unpaid.
Violations result in city-forced abatement plus a $75 administrative fee; abatement costs become a lien on the property if not paid.
Amarillo, TX
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