(A) Properties subject to this subchapter shall be kept free of weeds, overgrown brush, dead vegetation, trash, junk, debris, building materials, any accumulation of newspapers, circulars, flyers, notices, except those required by federal, state, or local law, discarded personal items including, but not limited to, furniture, clothing, large and small appliances, or any other items that give the appearance that the property is abandoned or not being properly maintained. Weeds, overgrown brush, or dead vegetation are prohibited.
(B) The property shall be maintained free of graffiti or similar markings by removal or painting over with an exterior grade paint that matches the color of the exterior structure. Yards shall be landscaped and maintained pursuant to the standards set forth in the city code.
(C) Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to watering and mowing of required landscape and removal of all trimmings and weeds.
(D) Failure of the mortgagee and/or property owner of record to properly maintain the property is a violation of the City Code and may result in the issuance of a citation.
(Prior Code, § 150.554) (Ord. 1980, passed 6-23-2014)