In developed parts of unincorporated Richland County, grass or weeds over 12 inches tall, or trailing vines over 10 feet, can be declared an unlawful nuisance. The Sheriff serves notice, and unabated growth can be cut by the county and billed to the owner as a lien.
Richland County Code Sec. 18-4 governs weeds and rank vegetation. A violation includes grass or weeds in excess of twelve (12) inches in height, trailing vines exceeding ten (10) feet, dead or desiccated growth posing a fire or safety hazard within ten (10) feet of a property line, and dead growth harboring insects, vermin, or rodents. When such unsafe or noxious vegetation exists on a lot in a developed area so as to constitute a nuisance, the Sheriff may serve written notice on the owner, occupant, or agent. If not corrected within 14 days it is a misdemeanor. If not abated within 30 days, Public Works may cut and remove the vegetation and lien the cost against the property.
Failure to abate within fourteen days of notice is a misdemeanor: a fine not exceeding $500 or imprisonment not exceeding 30 days; the county may also abate and recover its costs as a lien.
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