Ch. 34 declares weeds and brush over 12 inches a public nuisance. Ten-day abatement notice issued. Town clears and liens cost if owner does not comply. Vacant lots included.
Little Elm Code of Ordinances Chapter 34 (Health and Sanitation) addresses weeds, brush, rubbish, and rank vegetation as public nuisances when they exceed 12 inches in height or create conditions that harbor vermin, constitute a fire hazard, or endanger public health. Code Enforcement issues written notice giving property owners 10 days to abate the condition. If the owner fails to act, the town may enter the property, clear the vegetation, and bill the cost to the owner. Unpaid charges attach as a lien against the property. During drought conditions common in Denton County, dry weeds and brush present elevated fire risk, prompting more frequent enforcement patrols. Vacant lots, drainage easements, and properties in pre-development stages receive the same level of enforcement as occupied residential lots. Texas Local Government Code Chapter 342 authorizes municipalities to declare weeds and rank growth a health hazard. Repeat violators within a 12-month period may have their property abated without additional notice under the repeat violator provision.
10-day notice, then town abatement at owner cost. Lien placed on property. Fine up to $500 per offense. Repeat violations within 12 months: abatement without additional notice.
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