Pittsburgh Chapter 609 declares noxious weeds like ragweed and poison ivy a public nuisance. Owners must cut and destroy all noxious weeds. The city may abate after 5 days notice.
Under Pittsburgh Code Chapter 609, it is the duty of every owner or occupant of real estate within the city to cut and destroy noxious weeds and to mow grass and other weeds so that neither grows above the established height limit. Noxious weeds including ragweed and poison ivy are specifically named. The accumulation of debris from unmaintained growth is also declared a nuisance. If the owner or occupant fails to act within 5 days after being notified, the Department of Public Works is authorized to abate the conditions and bill the owner for all costs. The city can recover costs through an action at law in the Court of Common Pleas and place a lien against the premises. This cost recovery lien is in addition to any fine or penalty imposed under Section 609.07. Property owners who register a Managed Natural Landscape under Section 609.08 are exempt, provided their native or pollinator gardens have clearly defined borders and are properly maintained to avoid rodent harborage. Complaints are handled through Pittsburgh 311.
5-day notice to abate. City may perform removal at owner expense with lien on property. Separate penalties under Section 609.07 in addition to cost recovery.
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