Tall, Overgrown Grass Creates Health, Safety Issues, Fairfax City

Press release from the City of Fairfax:

05/11/2021

It’s spring, and city property owners — business and residential — face vegetation growth and management challenges. Grass and weeds thrive in the sunshine and rainfall of spring, particularly in early and mid-May.

Keeping your grass areas properly managed is vital for public health and safety. Tall grass and weeds can:

• Harbor rodents and vermin
• Create an unpleasant or noxious odor
• Conceal discarded trash

If you need assistance with lawn care and maintenance, please contact your neighbors, homeowner association, or business association for suggestions, recommendations, or referrals for property management services.

The city has a “tall grass” ordinance (ARTICLE V. - WEEDS AND GRASS), which prohibits grass taller than six inches. The Code Administration Office enforces this ordinance for the health and safety of its citizens.

To report suspected violations, email CodeAdministration@fairfaxva.gov or call 703-385-7830.

This press release was produced by the City of Fairfax. The views expressed here are the author’s own.