Noxious weeds, invasive exotics, and uncontrolled vegetation must be removed by West Palm Beach property owners under City Code §34. Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, and Australian pine are listed for mandatory removal during any redevelopment.
Code Compliance treats overgrown weeds the same as tall grass and issues a 10-day notice. Properties with state-listed Category I invasives identified by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council must remove them when the lot is developed or substantially altered, per City Land Development Regulations. Air potato and climbing fern infestations are tracked by the South Florida Water Management District and may trigger county-led removal assistance.
Weed nuisance: city abatement plus lien (typically $250-$500). Failure to remove invasives during permitted work can stall a Certificate of Occupancy.
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