Quincy, MA Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)

Property which is not kept substantially clean and free from accumulations, including but not limited to rank growth, rubbish, junk, garbage, litter, debris, flyers or circulars, overgrown, dead or decayed trees, weeds or other vegetation that constitutes a fire hazard or other condition that is dangerous to the public health, safety, or welfare; or creates the potential for the harboring of rats, vermin, vector, or other similar public nuisances; or substantially detracts from the aesthetic and property values of neighboring properties; or is overgrown onto a public right-of-way at least 12 inches; or is completely dead, over 12 inches in height, and covers more than 50% of the front or side yard visible from any street.

(2) Buildings or structures or significant sections thereof, including but not limited to exterior stairs, roof, foundation, walls, fences, signs, retaining walls, driveways, or walkways, which are substantially broken, deteriorated, or defaced; or windows or doors which are missing, broken or inadequately secured that create a hazardous condition or a potential attraction to trespassers; or exterior walls or roof coverings that have become substantially deteriorated, do not provide adequate weather protection, or show evidence of the presence of termite infestation or dry rot. (For the purposes of this section "defaced" includes, but is not limited to, writings, inscriptions, figures, scratches, or other markings commonly referred to as "graffiti.")