Any growth of weeds or grass to a height of twelve (12) inches, any rank vegetation
growth which exhales unpleasant and/or noxious odors, and any trash or rubbish, which
may conceal filthy deposits or may harbor insects, reptiles or rodents or which may
constitute a fire hazard is hereby declared a public nuisance and it shall be the
duty of the owner, lessee, or occupant of such property, or portion thereof, or the
agent, servant, representative or employee of such owner, lessee or occupant having
control of the property or portion thereof, to abate such nuisance within ten (10)
days after notice is served upon him by the city, and upon failure, neglect or refusal
to abate such nuisance or to comply with any of the provisions of this section, such
person or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction
thereof in court, be subject to punishment as provided in this Code.
