Moorpark declares weeds, dead vegetation, and overgrown plants a public nuisance under Chapter 8.48. Property owners must control weeds and hazardous vegetation year-round. During fire season, defensible space requirements add additional vegetation management obligations for properties in fire hazard zones.
MMC Section 8.48.020(F) declares dead, decayed, diseased, or hazardous trees, weeds, or other vegetation that is dangerous to health, unseemly, or offensive to the senses a public nuisance. Section 8.48.020(E) addresses overgrown vegetation likely to harbor rats, vermin, or other animals. The Code Compliance Division conducts inspections and issues notices of violation with compliance deadlines. During fire season, properties in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones must additionally maintain 100 feet of defensible space per PRC §4291, which includes removing dead vegetation and reducing fuel loads. The Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner may also conduct weed abatement in coordination with the city. Vacant lots have heightened maintenance requirements to prevent weed growth and fire hazards.
Weed violations result in a correction notice with a compliance deadline, typically 10-30 days. Non-compliance leads to administrative citations with escalating fines. The city may perform abatement and place a lien on the property for costs. Contact Code Compliance at (805) 517-6232.
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