North Richland Hills Chapter 66 requires properties to be free of weeds, rank grass, and noxious plants over 12 inches. Texas Agriculture Code 71 controls noxious weeds like Johnson grass.
North Richland Hills Code of Ordinances Chapter 66 (Vegetation) requires all property owners to control weeds, grasses, and rank vegetation at or below 12 inches in height. Noxious species including ragweed, giant ragweed, Johnson grass, and poison ivy must be removed regardless of height when they threaten public health or neighboring properties. Texas Agriculture Code Chapter 71 empowers the Texas Department of Agriculture to designate noxious weeds and authorize local enforcement. Code Enforcement sends a 10-day notice to abate; after the deadline, the city may mow and lien the property under TX Local Government Code 342.004, charging about 200 dollars in administrative fees plus contractor costs. Vacant lots along Davis Boulevard, Rufe Snow Drive, and development parcels in Home Town and Iron Horse are commonly cited. Drought-tolerant native landscaping is encouraged and exempt if maintained. Call Code Enforcement at (817) 427-6650 to report.
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