Boca Raton requires maintenance of vacant lots under Chapter 10 (Nuisances). Lots must be kept free of overgrown vegetation, debris, and standing water. The city's strict code enforcement actively monitors vacant properties.
Chapter 10 (Nuisances) requires vacant lot owners to maintain properties free of overgrown vegetation, debris, junk, and standing water. The city's Code Enforcement Division actively monitors vacant properties. Vacant lots must be mowed regularly, kept free of refuse, and secured against unauthorized access and illegal dumping. Standing water must be eliminated to prevent mosquito breeding. The city may abate nuisances on vacant lots and lien the property for costs.
Non-compliance results in fines through the Code Enforcement Board, city abatement at owner's expense, and liens on the property.
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