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Conroe, TX Property Maintenance: Vacant Lot Maintenance (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Code Section
Sec. 26-33
Vegetation Limit
12 inches within 100 ft of structures
Abatement
City may clear and lien property
Max Fine
$2,000

Summary

Vacant lots in Conroe must comply with Sec. 26-33 weed and brush clearance requirements. Vegetation exceeding 12 inches within 100 feet of neighboring structures is a public nuisance. The city may abate and lien the property.

Sec. 342.004. MUNICIPAL POWER CONCERNING WEEDS OR CERTAIN PUBLIC NUISANCES. The governing body of a municipality may require the owner of real property in the municipality to keep the property free from weeds, brush, and a condition constituting a public nuisance as defined by Section 343.011(c)(1), (2), or (3). Sec. 342.005. VIOLATION OF ORDINANCE. The governing body of a municipality may punish an owner or occupant of property in the municipality who violates an ordinance adopted under this subchapter. Sec. 342.006. WORK OR IMPROVEMENTS BY MUNICIPALITY; NOTICE.

Source: Conroe Code EnforcementView official code

Full Breakdown

Vacant lots in the City of Conroe are subject to the same nuisance provisions as occupied properties under Sec. 26-33. Weeds, brush, and grass exceeding 12 inches in height within 100 feet of neighboring residences, public buildings, or commercial establishments are public nuisances. Code Enforcement proactively monitors vacant lots along major corridors and responds to complaints. Abandoned properties with accumulation of trash, junk vehicles, or other rubbish also violate Sec. 26-33. The city may hire contractors to clear the lot and place a lien on the property for abatement costs. Montgomery County also has nuisance provisions for properties outside city limits.

Violations & Fines

Nuisance citations up to $2,000. City may abate and lien the property. Repeated violations result in escalating enforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who maintains vacant lots in Conroe?
Property owners are responsible. Lots with vegetation over 12 inches near structures are cited under Sec. 26-33. The city may abate and bill the owner.
Can I dump yard waste on a vacant Conroe lot?
No. Accumulation of rubbish and debris on vacant lots violates Sec. 26-33 regardless of whether the lot is developed. Fines up to $2,000 apply.
Who handles vacant lot nuisances outside Conroe city limits?
Montgomery County nuisance provisions apply outside city limits. Contact Montgomery County Environmental Health for unincorporated properties.

Sources & Official References

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