WEED ABATEMENT

The Cosumnes CSD Fire Department prides itself on our continuing effort to reduce the fire risks in Elk Grove and Galt by conducting an annual Weed Abatement Campaign each fire season. This campaign typically runs from April through October with the Notice to Abate Weeds mailed to property owners during the month of May.

The Weed Abatement Ordinance requires parcels of 2 acres or less to have weeds cut no higher than 2 inches tall. Parcels larger than 2 acres must have a 30 foot fire break around all structures. For further details click here: Weed Abatement Guidelines.

Remember, the Cosumnes CSD Fire Department's goal is to reduce the risk of fire hazards only. Although some parcels may be unsightly it may not constitute a fire hazard. Fire hazards exist when overgrown weeds, brush, or trimmings are adjacent to, or could potentially threaten structures, such as dwellings, barns, storage buildings, stored vehicles, etc.

All complaints to the Fire Prevention Bureau must be submitted on a Weed Abatement Complaint Form or our Online Form or through the Weed Abatement Hotline at (916) 405-7115. An on-site inspection will be conducted to determine if the parcel(s) require weed abatement in order to protect nearby structures or wooden fences from fire. Due to laws prohibiting illegal searches, the Fire Prevention Bureau will not look over fences, climb fences, enter a back yard or enter a residence to confirm weed complaints. All weed violations must be visible from the street. If the site is determined to be a fire hazard, the owner/tenant is to abate the hazard by discing /mowing, providing defensible space, or cleanup of brush or trimmings.