§ 17-2. Weeds or grass.


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  • (a)

    It is unlawful for any owner, occupant, or agent of any lot or parcel of land in the city to allow any weeds or grass growing upon any such lot or parcel of land to grow to greater height than six (6) inches or to allow such weeds or grass to grow to seed.

    (b)

    If any such owner, occupant, or agent fails to comply with subsection (a), after being given notice by the weed inspector or city clerk, within the time specified in the notice, the city shall cause such weeds or grass to be cut and the expense thus incurred shall be a lien on the property. The council shall certify to the county auditor a statement of the amount of the cost incurred by the city. Such amount, together with interest shall be entered as a special assessment against such lot or parcel of land and be collected in the same manner as real estate taxes.

(Code 1984, Title 7, §§ 810, 820)

Cross reference

Weeds and grass on parkways, etc., § 23-38.