Iowa HF456 prohibits cities from restricting vegetation height in residential areas with speed limits of 25 mph or less.

Iowa HF456 amends the state code to prevent cities from enforcing ordinances that limit the height of purposely planted vegetation in residential areas with speed limits of 25 miles per hour or less. Specifically, it prohibits restrictions on vegetation that is 42 inches or less in height, and 34 inches or less for vegetation along the curb line that may obstruct a motorist’s view. This bill aims to protect landowners' rights to plant and maintain certain vegetation in their residential properties.

Iowa HF456 prohibits cities from restricting vegetation height in residential areas with speed limits of 25 mph or less.

Iowa HF456 amends the state code to prevent cities from enforcing ordinances that limit the height of purposely planted vegetation in residential areas with speed limits of 25 miles per hour or less. Specifically, it prohibits restrictions on vegetation that is 42 inches or less in height, and 34 inches or less for vegetation along the curb line that may obstruct a motorist’s view. This bill aims to protect landowners' rights to plant and maintain certain vegetation in their residential properties.