Sahuarita, AZ Landscaping Rules: Weed Ordinances (2026)

The town's litter chapter folds vegetation control into its definition of litter rather than a separate weed ordinance. 010 defines 'litter' to include, among other unsightly accumulations, any growth of weeds, brush, grass or other vegetable growth to a height of over six inches, so an overgrown yard is legally the same violation as a pile of trash or debris. 030 then places an affirmative duty on the owner, lessee or occupant of any private premises to keep both the property and the contiguous sidewalks, streets and alleys free of litter, including that six-inch-plus growth, at all times.

010 to reach any dwelling, house or other structure whether inhabited, temporarily vacant or continuously vacant, along with its yard, grounds, walk, driveway, porch, steps and vestibule, so vacant and rental properties are covered the same as owner-occupied homes. 060 lets the town manager serve written notice giving 30 days to remove the litter, including an estimate of the town's cost to do the work itself, followed by a right to appeal to the town council within 30 days of that notice. 100.