(A) Nothing in the chapter shall be deemed to apply to agricultural plants or crops, such as hay and pasture.
(B) (1) No owner or occupant of any lot or parcel of real estate located within the county shall permit said real estate to become overgrown with weeds.
(2) The following standards shall be the criteria used in determining that weed growth is detrimental to, or threatens, public health or safety:
(a) Where the real estate is located in a platted subdivision containing two or more residential structures, grass or other vegetation in excess of 12 inches in height shall be considered weeds; and
(b) In all other areas within the county, weeds, grass, or other vegetation, excepting actively used agricultural crop land, in excess of 12 inches in height shall be considered weeds where:
1. The real estate is located within 50 feet of a county intersection;
2. The real estate is located within a county right-of-way;
3. The real estate is located within 150 feet of any residential structure located in the county; or
4. The real estate is in such a condition that it creates a threat to public health or safety as a result of rodent, insect, reptile, or mosquito harborage.
(Ord. 2019-01, passed 3-18-2019) Penalty, see § 92.99