On residential premises (other than multifamily), Galloway Township prohibits weeds or plant growth exceeding 10 inches. On commercial, industrial or multifamily property, grass or weeds over 6 inches in a landscaped or lawn area is presumed a violation.
Galloway Township Code Chapter 267 sets the overgrowth standards enforced by the Code Enforcement Office. Section 267-14 provides that all residential premises and exterior property, except multifamily residential premises, must be kept free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 10 inches. A stricter six-inch standard applies to landscaped and lawn areas of commercial, industrial or multifamily premises, which are presumed in violation when exceeding six inches. Landscaped and lawn areas must be kept trimmed and free from becoming overgrown or significantly infested with weeds so as to become unsightly or constitute a blighting factor or public nuisance.
Chapter 267 violations carry a fine up to $2,000, up to 90 days imprisonment and/or up to 90 days community service; each day the violation continues is a separate offense.
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