Detroit Violation 8-15-104: High Weeds / Plant Growth
Vegetation exceeding 8 inches in height on private property or the adjacent berm.
Fine Schedule
1st Offense
$50
2nd Offense
$125
3rd Offense
$250
How to Fight This Ticket
Do NOT argue the weeds are on the city easement. Under Sec. 8-15-102, owners are legally responsible for maintaining the right-of-way between the sidewalk and curb, and halfway into the alley. Your defense is either presenting timestamped photos proving the overgrowth was cut prior to the ticket, or proving the inspector cited the wrong parcel. If you corrected the issue before the hearing, file an Evidence of Compliance packet with dated photos.
Resolution Strategy
Abatement & Incorrect Parcel Defense
Dismissal Approach
I have cut and removed all vegetation exceeding the code limit on the property, including the right-of-way between the sidewalk and curb. Timestamped photographs taken after the abatement are attached as Exhibit A, showing the property and adjacent berm in compliance.
Evidence Required
Timestamped photographic evidence of compliance is required for dismissal.
Legal Constraints
Owner IS responsible for right-of-way maintenance per Sec 8-15-102. Do not argue city easement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit violation code 8-15-104?
Vegetation exceeding 8 inches in height on private property or the adjacent berm.
How do I fight a 8-15-104 ticket in Detroit?
Do NOT argue the weeds are on the city easement. Under Sec. 8-15-102, owners are legally responsible for maintaining the right-of-way between the sidewalk and curb, and halfway into the alley. Your defense is either presenting timestamped photos proving the overgrowth was cut prior to the ticket, or proving the inspector cited the wrong parcel. If you corrected the issue before the hearing, file an Evidence of Compliance packet with dated photos.
How do I get a 8-15-104 violation dismissed?
The recommended approach is: I have cut and removed all vegetation exceeding the code limit on the property, including the right-of-way between the sidewalk and curb. Timestamped photographs taken after the abatement are attached as Exhibit A, showing the property and adjacent berm in compliance.. Resolution involves: Abatement & Incorrect Parcel Defense.
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