Glendale's nuisance ordinance (Chapter 25) requires property owners to control weeds and maintain lots free of overgrown vegetation. Weed growth that constitutes a fire hazard, attracts vermin, or is unsightly is a code violation. The city may abate weed violations at the property owner's expense if not corrected after notice. Vacant lots are particularly targeted for weed enforcement.
Weed control in Glendale is enforced through Chapter 25 (Nuisances) of the City Code. Property owners are responsible for maintaining their lots free of noxious weeds and overgrown vegetation that creates a nuisance. In the Sonoran Desert climate, weed growth is particularly aggressive after monsoon rains (July-September) and winter rains (December-February). Common problem weeds include tumbleweeds (Russian thistle), buffelgrass (an invasive fire-prone species), and various broadleaf weeds. Vacant and undeveloped lots are the most common targets of weed enforcement, but residential properties with neglected yards are also subject to citations. After receiving notice of a weed violation, property owners have a specified period to correct the condition. If the owner fails to abate, the city may hire a contractor to clear the property and place a lien on the property for the cost of abatement. Code Compliance responds to community complaints about weedy properties.
Weed violations result in notice to abate, followed by fines and potential city abatement at the owner's expense with a property lien.
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