Removal of vegetation to maintain a height of not less than 8 feet above a sidewalk and 12 feet above street pavement. Removal of vegetation which encroaches onto and reduces the usable width of a sidewalk. So pedestrians, bicyclists, etc., can freely use the sidewalks. So street sweepers, recycling and trash collection trucks, motor homes, and emergency vehicles can travel down the streets without being damaged or causing damage to trees. The ordinance was passed in response to citizen demand for weed control.
Many residents have allergies that are bothered by grass and other vegetation pollen.
Other residents object to weed seeds blowing over onto their property. The Fire Department is concerned about the fire hazard presented by tall grass and uncontrolled brush, like blackberries, and wants to ensure that fire hydrants are visible. If you did not receive notification, you will get ten days' notice to comply before a civil penalty will be applied. As a last resort, we might make arrangements to have the property mowed or trimmed and bill the charges, plus an administrative fee, to you as property owner. We will make arrangements to have the work done and will bill you for labor plus overhead costs.