(A) The growing of brome, alfalfa, timothy, clover or other grasses for hay purposes within any residential or agricultural zoned district on a property in excess of three (3) acres in size.

(B) Undeveloped parcels zoned other than for agricultural uses if such parcel is one contiguous parcel, not intersected by any public roadway, and is greater than ten (10) acres, and contiguous undeveloped parcels not adjacent to any developed parcel. Provided, however, on any such parcel no excessive growth of vegetation shall be allowed in any area within fifty (50) feet from the curb or edge of any public roadway, or within fifty (50) feet of the property line adjacent to any other public roadway, or of the property line of any property being used for residential or commercial purposes.

(C) Waterways, any areas protected by local, state or federal regulations, natural or xeri-scaped areas approved by the Development Services Director or City Engineer, or their designee, provided those areas are kept free of all noxious weeds and “Best Management Practices” are followed.

(D) Tree preservation areas where physical characteristics inhibit normal mowing practices.

Provided further, however, that the city reserves its right of abatement under this chapter whenever it determines that any excessive growth of vegetation creates or enhances an identifiable health or safety problem, including, but not limited to, proliferation of rats, mosquitoes and/or vermin, or creates a fire hazard. (Ord. 08-109 § 10, 2008; Ord. 97-97 § 2, 1997; Ord. 90-22 § 2, 1990.)