For use in the chapter, the following terms are defined:
1. "Hazard" means any weeds, grasses, or other herbaceous vegetation which interferes with any sidewalk or the traveled portion of any roadway or alley or with visibility at any intersection, or traffic control light or sign or which constitutes a health, safety, or fire hazard or otherwise endangers life or property.
2. "Nuisance" means any weeds which, due to the manner of their growth and height, cause an annoyance to the general public, including noxious weeds as defined in the
Code of Iowa.
3. "Season" means the months of April through October in a single calendar year.
4. "Weeds" includes all herbaceous vegetation that is not maintained and cared for under normal horticultural practices.