Camarillo requires vacant lot owners to maintain properties clear of weeds, debris, and hazards. Vacant lots are subject to the city's weed abatement program and regular inspections during fire season.
Vacant lots in Camarillo must be maintained clear of weeds over 6 inches, accumulated trash, debris, and fire hazards. The city and Ventura County Fire Department conduct annual inspections of vacant parcels beginning in spring. Property owners receive abatement notices with compliance deadlines. Lots in fire hazard severity zones require 100-foot defensible space clearance. Fencing or security measures may be required to prevent trespassing and illegal dumping. Properties used as illegal dump sites are subject to accelerated enforcement and cleanup costs. Absentee owners are held to the same standards as resident owners.
Failure to abate after notice: city-performed work billed at $500-$10,000+ depending on lot size. Administrative fees of $200-$500 added. Unpaid charges become property tax liens. Persistent violations: potential receivership proceedings. Illegal dumping: $1,000-$25,000 and criminal prosecution.
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