Vacant lots in Ventura must be maintained free of combustible material, trash, and debris. Parcels declared a public nuisance must be entirely cleared. The City may perform abatement and assess costs against the property. Fire season enforcement is especially strict.
Ventura requires vacant and undeveloped lots to be maintained free of combustible vegetation, trash, debris, and other nuisance conditions. Parcels declared a public nuisance must be cleared entirely of combustible material per SBMC Title 14 fire hazard provisions. Property owners are responsible for mowing, clearing, and securing vacant lots to prevent dumping and trespassing. The City may install fencing or take other measures and bill the property owner. During fire season, Ventura City Fire conducts inspections and issues abatement notices for non-compliant vacant parcels. Violations are subject to civil penalties under SBMC Chapter 1.50 and criminal penalties under CA Health & Safety Code 13871.
Vacant lot violations result in notice, compliance deadline, and potential City-performed abatement at owner's expense. Fines per SBMC 1.50 and CA H&S 13871. Costs may become a lien on the property.
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