Clovis, CA Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)
Key Facts
- Authority
- CA Gov Code §39561+
- Season
- Annual (spring-summer)
- Notice Period
- ~30 days typical
- Abatement Cost
- $300-$700+
- Lien
- Property tax roll
Summary
Clovis enforces weed and rubbish abatement under CA Gov Code §39561+. Annual fire-season weed abatement program notifies owners; failure to clear triggers city abatement with costs assessed as tax lien.
5004. “Noxious weed” means any species of plant that is, or is liable to be, troublesome, aggressive, intrusive, detrimental, or destructive to agriculture, silviculture, or important native species, and difficult to control or eradicate, which the director, by regulation, designates to be a noxious weed. In determining whether or not a species shall be designated a noxious weed for the purposes of protecting silviculture or important native plant species, the director shall not make that designation if the designation will be detrimental to agriculture. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 556, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1993.)
Full Breakdown
Clovis Municipal Code weed abatement program runs annually, typically with spring inspections and summer compliance deadlines. Overgrown weeds, dry grasses, and combustible vegetation are declared public nuisances under CA Government Code §39561-39587. Process: owner receives written notice with compliance deadline and hearing right. Failure to abate results in city contractor clearing the parcel, with charges (cutting cost + administrative overhead, typically $300-$700+ minimum) billed to owner and recorded as property tax lien if unpaid. Vacant lots receive extra scrutiny during fire season.
Violations & Fines
Administrative abatement: $300-$700+ minimum in contractor + admin fees, recorded as tax lien. Repeat offenders may face citation fines in addition.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Clovis do weed abatement inspections?
What if I don't clear my weeds after notice?
Sources & Official References
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