Lima, OH Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)
Key Facts
- Max grass/weed height
- 8 inches
- Height rule
- PMC 1806.09
- Time to cut after notice
- 5 days
- Noxious weeds banned
- Entirely (1806.09(B))
- City-cutting fee
- $205 + costs
Summary
In Lima, owners and occupants must keep their premises free of grass and weeds over eight inches tall, and free of all noxious or harmful weeds and vines. After a written notice, weeds must be cut within five days or the City cuts them and bills the owner.
The owner or occupant of any premises shall maintain such premises and exterior property free from grass and/or weeds in excess of eight inches. The owner or occupant of any premises shall maintain such premises and exterior property free from all noxious or harmful weeds or vines.
Full Breakdown
PMC Section 1806.09 sets the eight-inch limit on grass and weeds and bans noxious or harmful weeds/vines entirely. Section 1806.10 requires the Code Official to serve written notice giving five days to cut and destroy the offending growth. If the owner fails to comply, Section 1806.11 lets the City cut it, charging direct costs plus notice costs plus a $205 administrative fee, which can be certified to the Allen County Auditor and collected as a special assessment. 'Noxious weeds' are defined in 1802.02(NN) to include ragweed, thistle, wild carrot and similar.
Violations & Fines
Costs of city cutting plus $205 administrative fee assessed to the property; PMC misdemeanor penalties (up to $1,000) and a $350 civil penalty may also apply. Cutting does not bar prosecution.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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