Number
260227
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
Sponsor
ALD. BROWER
Title
A substitute ordinance relating to native plants.
Sections
80-17-2.5 rc
Analysis
This ordinance suspends enforcement of the tall grass and weeds ordinance for native plant landscaping, provided:
1. The plants used in the landscaping are native to, or cultivars of plants that are native to, the midwestern United States.
2. The landscaping is done intentionally as part of a deliberate design.
3. The landscaping is free of invasive or noxious weeds in accordance with state statutes.
4. The landscaping does not encroach on or obstruct the visibility of any sidewalk or other public right-of-way.
Body
The Mayor and Common Council of the City of Milwaukee do ordain as follows:
Part 1. Section 80-17-2.5 of the code is repealed and recreated to read:
80-17. Turf Grass and Weeds.
2.5. EXCEPTIONS.
a. “No mow May.” The provisions of sub. 2 shall not apply during the month of May [[during that calendar year]] for any property owner who has obtained an annual “no mow May” permit from the commissioner. A property owner shall reapply annually to participate in the “no mow May” program. The department shall provide signage to each homeowner who has received a “no mow May” permit. The sign shall be displayed on the homeowner’s lawn. The department shall report the results of the “no mow May” program to the common council during the first quarter of each year.
b. Native Plantings. The provisions of sub. 2 shall not apply to native plant landscaping, provided:
b-1. The plants used in the landscaping are native to, or cultivars of plants that are native to, the midwestern United States.
b-2. The landscaping is done intentionally as part of a deliberate design.
b-3. The landscaping is free of invasive or noxious weeds in accordance with s. NR 40.05, Wis. Adm. Code.
b-4. The landscaping does not encroach on or obstruct the visibility of any sidewalk or other public right-of-way.
LRB
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