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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 12Pt. 5Ch. 3Art. 5§ 14901 Weed Removal Property Entry

§ 14901 Weed Removal Property Entry

Health and Safety Code·California
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§ 14901 Weed Removal Property Entry

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can go onto your land to remove weeds.
  • •They can send workers or hire people to do this.
  • •This is allowed by law if the weeds are a problem.

Example

Your backyard has tall weeds that are spreading to your neighbor's yard.

The city can send workers to your property to cut or remove the weeds, even if you don’t want them to.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 14901 Weed Removal Property Entry

The officer, board or commission, and his or its assistants, deputies, employees, or contracting agents, or other representatives may enter upon private property for the purpose of removing the weeds. (Enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

commissioncontractpropertyemployee

Related Statutes

  • § 14902 Weed Abatement Cost Recovery
  • § 41962 Gasoline Tank Vapor Recovery
  • § 34281 Commissioner Housing Conflict Rules
  • § 101300 County Public Health Contracts
  • § 14892 Weed Removal Notice Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 14901.
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