Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-51
Heavy undergrowth and plant growth
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Heavy undergrowth and accumulation of plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated. Any tree, shrubbery and/or natural growth or portions thereof located on private property and constituting a hazard to persons or property shall be removed 10 feet back from sidewalk, and the height cannot exceed 12 inches on the remainder of vacant land. Sidewalks and streets that front and border the property of the owner shall be kept free of any growth such as grass, weeds, trees, etc.
Under Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-51, property owners are required to eliminate heavy undergrowth and plant growth that is noxious or harmful to health. Any tree, shrub, or other natural growth on private property that poses a hazard must be cut back at least 10 feet from the sidewalk, and plant growth on the remaining vacant land cannot exceed 12 inches in height. Additionally, sidewalks and streets that front or border the property must be kept clear of grass, weeds, trees, and similar growth.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of properties subject to Newburgh, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 190 § 190-51 generally maintain a routine schedule for inspecting and trimming vegetation on their lots. Compliant property managers ensure that any hazardous trees or shrubs are cut back at least 10 feet from the sidewalk line, that plant growth on vacant portions of the lot stays at or below 12 inches, and that adjoining sidewalks and street frontages remain free of encroaching grass, weeds, or other growth. Keeping dated maintenance records and photographs can help document ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 190-51 of the Newburgh Code of Ordinances establishes that the property owner—not the tenant—bears responsibility for controlling hazardous or noxious plant growth on the premises and keeping adjacent sidewalks clear. If overgrown vegetation, hazardous trees, or weed-covered sidewalks are present at a rental property, tenants may have grounds to report the condition to the City of Newburgh's code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help explain what options may be available, such as raising a code violation as part of a broader habitability concern.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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