City of Evanston
Home MenuCurrent Landscape Management Ordinances
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Stormwater Runoff
4-20-5-3 - MEANS FOR STORING RUNOFF {Explains methods for detaining stormwater}
7-2-9-4 - OBSTRUCTING FLOW OF WATER {Prohibits obstruction of waterways}
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Maintenance of Plants
5-1-3 - AMENDMENTS {Maintenance of noxious weeds and plant growth over 8”}Note in particular:
Section 302 Exterior Property Areas:302.4 Weeds and Turf Grass302.11 Landscape
7-17-18 - VEGETATION CONTROL {Tree trimming and chemical use on vegetation}
7-8 - TREES AND SHRUBS {Maintenance, removal, and protection of trees and shrubs}
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Prohibited Public Nuisances
7-2-9-3 - SIDEWALKS TO BE CLEAR OF SNOW, ICE, DIRT AND WEEDS {Keeping sidewalks clear of dirt and weeds}
8-3 - NUISANCES {Outlines nuisances concerning sound, water, pests, and plants}
9-5-20 - NOISES PROHIBITED {Times of use for leaf blowers}
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Land Use
6-17 - LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING {Concerns the compatibility of different land uses}
7-2-12-7 - REMOVAL OF SOD, EARTH {Prohibits removal of sod, gravel, sand or earth from any public right-of-way}
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Yard Waste
8-4-3 - GENERAL DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS {Outlines proper disposal of yard waste}
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