Burleson, TX Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)

Section 34-61(b) of the Burleson Code of Ordinances declares it a nuisance to permit weeds, grass or any uncultivated plant to grow in rank profusion or to a height in excess of 12 inches on average on any property within the corporate limits. The rule also catches cut growth left on the premises that still exceeds 12 inches on average. Because the text says any property, it applies to improved residential lots as well as vacant ones in the City of Burleson.

The parkway is the owner's job too. Section 34-61(b)(4) extends the 12-inch limit to the area adjacent to the property line, including the front, side or rear parkway between the property line or sidewalk and the curb, or, where there is no curb, within ten feet outside the property line.

There are exceptions. Agricultural tracts of five acres or larger comply by keeping growth mowed to no more than 12 inches on average for 100 feet around the entire perimeter, with the remaining growth not above 48 inches. Wildflower areas approved in writing by the director of planning and community development, and areas designated a nature area on an approved landscape plan, are excepted during the blooming period, unless the fire marshal finds an immediate hazard. Terrain-obstructed areas can be exempted if the fire marshal sees no reasonable fire hazard, and the owner must request that inspection in writing every year.

Abatement follows § 34-62. The city gives notice, and if the owner does not comply within seven days after receiving it, the city can enter, do the work, charge the owner and add a weed mowing administrative fee and a weed mowing notification fee under the adopted city fee schedule. Weeds higher than 48 inches that are an immediate danger can be abated without notice, and the owner has 30 days to request an administrative hearing. A permit can be revoked if a property under development is in violation.