Mountain View requires owners of vacant lots to control weeds, remove debris, and secure the property against trespass. Overgrown lots pose a fire hazard and can be abated at the owner's expense.
Vacant parcels in Mountain View must be kept free of combustible vegetation, trash, and attractive nuisances. The Santa Clara County Fire Marshal and Mountain View Fire Department conduct annual weed abatement inspections each spring. Owners receive a notice to cut weeds below 4 inches and remove dead brush by a stated deadline (typically early May). If the owner does not comply, the City or a contracted abatement service clears the lot and places the cost plus an administrative fee on the property tax bill. Vacant lots must also be secured against unauthorized access when abutting sidewalks or alleys. Accumulated litter, encampments, or dumping must be cleaned up within the timelines specified in a Notice to Abate. Open holes, pools, or excavations require barriers to prevent injury.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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