Vacant and occupied lots in Anderson must be kept free of overgrown weeds, trash and debris. Grass and rank vegetation over 12 inches is a nuisance the city can order cut, then bill the owner for abatement.
Anderson does not exempt vacant lots from its nuisance standards. The Environmental Nuisance Control Division treats grass in excess of 12 inches tall plus rank vegetation, trash and debris as a nuisance on any real property. The owner of a vacant parcel receives a notice with a time limit to mow and clean the lot. If the deadline passes, the city may abate the nuisance by mowing or clearing the lot and charging the owner the abatement, court and administration costs. Keeping a vacant lot mowed and clear of dumping is the owner's ongoing responsibility.
Failure to clean or mow a vacant lot after notice leads to city abatement billed to the owner, plus court and administration costs and possible fines.
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