CITY ORDINANCE UPDATES

Keep Grass And Weeds Below Eight Inches

The city's ordinance requires grass and weeds to be kept below eight inches high to ensure our city continues to look well-maintained. Poison ivy, ragweed or any other poisonous, noxious or unhealthy growths are prohibited. Those in violation of this ordinance will have their lawn mowed and will be required to pay for the service. Access the entire Grass and Noxious Weed ordinance (Sec. 118-66) on the City's website.

For more information, call the Department of Public Services at (248) 530-1700.

Pet Ordinance Reminders

All dogs must be on a chain or leash and under reasonable control of some person at all times. Owners cannot allow animals to deposit fecal matter in any place other than the premises where the animal is harbored or kept, unless it is immediately collected and removed

No person shall harbor or keep any dog which, by loud or frequent or habitual barking, yelping or howling, causes a serious annoyance to the neighborhood, or to people passing on the street. Please remember dog waste should be collected with a bag and disposed of in your garbage container, not your yard waste bin

License Information

If your dog or cat is four months or older, they need to be licensed in the City of Birmingham. It's a simple process that ensures the well-being of your pets and the community. You can get a license at the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours, online at bhamgov.org/petregistration or send in your application by mail. If sending by mail, don't forget to include the pet license registration form, rabies immunization record and payment.

The license fees are the same for new registrations and renewals: $15.00 for a 1-year tag, $20.00 for a 2-year tag, and $25.00 for a 3-year tag. When it's time for renewal, make sure your pet gets that rabies shot again and renew through the City Clerk’s office