Grass and weeds

City law does not allow grass that is taller than eight inches.
Keep grass on your property cut
Keep grass on your property cut

What to know

City law does not allow grass taller than eight inches on private property.

If we find grass taller than eight inches:

  • An inspector may issue an order to the property owner giving them at least three days to cut it.
  • If the owner does not correct the violation, inspectors may:
    • Find a contractor to cut the grass
    • Assess the costs and administrative fees to the owner

Contact us

Regulatory Services

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 510
Minneapolis, MN 55415

Office hours

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday

Closed on City holidays

See list of City holidays