Weed Abatement

Annual Weed Abatement Program

During the months of May-November, all property owners shall continuously abate dried or combustible vegetation from their property.

In accordance with Municipal Code Section 8.44.020: Owners and occupants of property to clear grass and weeds. "The owners and occupants of all lots within the City shall keep such lots and the sidewalks adjoining the same clean and clear of all grass and weeds to the outer line street curb adjoining such lots."

The following guidelines for vegetation management are to be used:

• Open fields and lots of less than two (2) acres, must be completely mowed or disked. Mowing shall be to a height of four (4) inches or less. Disking shall be to mineral soil. Laid-over grass cuttings left on the parcel is not acceptable.
• Hillside parcels are to be mowed to leave 2 to 4 inches of stubble. Disking is not acceptable due to erosion concerns.
• Clearances around homes, buildings and structures are to be maintained at a distance of at least 30 feet.
• Hillside homes must have a clearance of a minimum of 100 ft. on the downhill side of the structure.
• Lots or open fields of greater than two (2) acres, if not completely mowed or disked, must be given a 40 ft. mineral soil perimeter and one (1) acre 30 foot subdivision breaks. If you use a contractor or other type of service provider, please make sure they have a city business license. For questions or clarification, please call the Vegetation Management Officer at (805) 473-5437.

Please direct inquiries to the Neighborhood Services Division at 473-5437.