Cobb County Code §78-56 caps grass/weeds at 12 inches on improved residential/commercial lots. O.C.G.A. §41-2-5 authorizes nuisance abatement. Kudzu a major invasive concern — owner responsibility on private land.
Cobb County Code §78-56 (Chapter 78, Nuisances) declares grass, weeds, or other vegetation exceeding 12 inches on an improved lot a public nuisance. Code Enforcement (770-528-2180) inspects complaints and posts a 10-day notice to abate. Unimproved wooded tracts are generally exempt. O.C.G.A. §41-2-5 authorizes the county to abate and assess costs as a lien. Kudzu, privet, and Chinese wisteria are rampant across metro Atlanta; property owners are responsible for controlling invasives that encroach on neighbors. The Cobb County Extension Office offers invasive-species guidance. Vacant lots along Powder Springs Road, Austell Road, and South Cobb corridors see frequent enforcement sweeps.
Failure to cut within 10 days of notice: $100–$500 citation plus county-contracted mow-down billed to owner; unpaid costs become a lien on property per O.C.G.A. §41-2-5.
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Cobb County §50-257 — keeping any animal that by frequent or long-continued noise disturbs comfort or repose of persons in the vicinity is a violation. Cobb ...
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Cobb County Ch. 50, Art. VII — construction noise subject to 70 dB daytime limit. Sunday construction permitted 9 AM–6:59 PM (2023 amendment). Residential pr...
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Cobb County quiet hours are 11 PM–7 AM (Code §50-256/50-257). Daytime noise limit 70 dB, nighttime 65 dB (2023 amendment). Any unreasonable noise plainly aud...
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Cobb County regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable distu...
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Cobb County Zoning Ch. 134 — in R-40, R-80, RR zones, combinations of boats/RVs exceeding 3 must be screened from public roadways. Outside storage generally ...
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Cobb County Ch. 134 — only 1 business vehicle (resident's use only) may park on residential premises. No materials or equipment storage. Off-site employees m...
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