Rosenberg, TX Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)
Key Facts
- Chapter
- Chapter 14, Article II
- Weeds section
- Sec. 14-29
- Refuse section
- Sec. 14-27
- Court
- Rosenberg Municipal Court
Summary
Rosenberg classifies overgrown weeds, brush, and uncontained refuse as public nuisances under Chapter 14, requiring property owners to abate them or face city action.
Sec. 342.004. MUNICIPAL POWER CONCERNING WEEDS OR CERTAIN PUBLIC NUISANCES. The governing body of a municipality may require the owner of real property in the municipality to keep the property free from weeds, brush, and a condition constituting a public nuisance as defined by Section 343.011(c)(1), (2), or (3). Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678,
Full Breakdown
Chapter 14, Article II of the Rosenberg Code addresses health, sanitation, and nuisances. Section 14-29 covers weeds and vegetation taller than twelve inches, while Section 14-27 addresses related nuisances such as refuse, junk, appliances, tires, and furniture visible from public streets unless properly enclosed. Together, these provisions allow code officers to declare overgrown or trash-laden lots a nuisance, post notice, and have the city abate the condition with costs assessed back to the property owner. Repeat violations may be prosecuted in Rosenberg Municipal Court.
Violations & Fines
Written notice to abate, city-contracted cleanup with lien for costs, and municipal court fines for repeat or uncorrected violations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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