La Porte, TX Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)

The City of La Porte requires all property owners to control weeds and maintain vegetation at or below 12 inches in height under the property maintenance code. This includes not only grass but all broadleaf weeds, vine growth, and invasive plant species. Noxious weeds, poison ivy, and vegetation harboring vermin or creating a health hazard must be removed regardless of height. The ordinance applies to all properties within city limits including occupied residences, vacant lots, commercial properties, and alley frontages. Property owners are responsible for the area between their property line and the street curb. Code Enforcement issues a written notice upon identifying a weed violation, providing a compliance deadline (typically 10 days). If the owner fails to abate the condition, the city may hire a contractor to clear the vegetation and bill the property owner for the cost. The charges become a lien on the property and may be collected through the property tax assessment process. For repeat violations at the same address within 12 months, the city may abate without additional notice. Contact Code Enforcement at (281) 471-5020 to report weed violations.