That growth has caused them to find more homeowners in violation of the height limit, said Kevin Powell, housing inspector.
The city focused on three neighborhoods this week, including Santa Clara, Five Oaks and Riverdale. Officials handed out more than 400 warning tags in four days.
A warning is the first step. In a week, inspectors will return to the homes with warnings and if the grass is still too long, a bill will be left for a $150 fine.
If in another week the grass isn’t mowed, the violator will have to go in front of a judge.
“You have to work pretty hard to end up in court with us,” Powell said. “It is not in our interest just to collect ticket fees.”
Homeowners who do not maintain lawns will be fined $150 and may have to appear in court.
Dayton resident Jacob Snyder said he supports the rules about lawn care.
“It can cause rats, mice, also snakes. I’ve got a little daughter so if she comes outside, that could be a problem,” Snyder said.
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