Huntsville enforces weed and noxious vegetation ordinances under Ala. Code 11-67-60 et seq., which lets cities declare grass and weeds over 12 inches a public nuisance. Properties overgrown with weeds, kudzu, or invasive species can be cited and abated at owner expense.
Inspection Services investigates complaints about overgrown lots. The 12-inch height limit applies to grass and weeds alike. Kudzu and invasive species are common in the Tennessee Valley and owners are responsible for control. Repeat violations at the same property can trigger escalated fines and automatic annual abatement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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Huntsville requires property owners to keep lots free of overgrown brush, weeds, and debris that create fire hazards under nuisance ordinances in the city code.
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