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Clearing Requirements

Select a property size to see the minimum lot cleaning standards.

  • Less than 5 Acres

  • Over 5 Acres

  • Hillside Residential Properties

  • Agricultural Properties

Tumbleweed Abatement

Parcels are inspected to ensure tumbleweeds have been cleared. Failure to remove tumbleweeds will result in city contractor removal and the cost will be added to your property tax bill.

You may apply for a burn permit to dispose of tumbleweeds on residential properties.

Appeal Process

Questions?

Contact the Hazard Reduction Hotline at 951.413.3381.

You may appeal to the Fire Marshal of the City of Moreno Valley to show why the City should not abate the public nuisance of tumbleweeds on your property.

All appeals must be in writing and filed with the Fire Prevention Bureau within ten days from the date of your Abatement Notice.

The Fire Prevention Bureau is located at:
Moreno Valley City Hall —14177 Frederick Street, Moreno Valley.
The mailing address is P.O. Box 88005 Moreno Valley, CA 92552-0805.

Special Considerations

Note that clearing requirements and abatement notices do not authorize violations of the Federal Endangered Species Act or violations of other state or Federal laws or regulations.

Related Topics:

  • Dust control: To report a dust control complaint, please visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s website or call them at 909.396.2000.
  • Altering a Stream Channel or Wetland:
    These actions may require a state or federal permit. Contact the City’s Planning Division at 951.413.3206.