Mississauga's New 20cm Grass Law: How to Avoid the $305 Fine
By Lawn2Care Regulatory Team | Published April 9, 2026
On April 8, 2026, the City of Mississauga officially enacted the new Turfgrass and Prohibited Plant Species By-law. Replacing the older, court-struck regulations, this new framework brings strict enforcement to residential lawn maintenance.
The 20cm Rule: What You Need to Know
The core of the new by-law is the absolute height limit. Turfgrass on any private property must not exceed 20 centimeters (approx. 8 inches) in height.
Failure to comply can result in a quick visit from By-law Enforcement. If a warning is ignored, the city will dispatch contractors to cut the grass at the homeowner's expense, plus a hefty administrative penalty (often totaling upwards of $305).
What About "Naturalized Gardens"?
The city has clarified the rules for eco-friendly yards. "Naturalized areas" are permitted, but they are no longer a loophole for a neglected lawn. A naturalized garden must be deliberately planted and maintained, and it cannot contain prohibited invasive species. Furthermore, buffer zones must be maintained near sidewalks and property lines.
Don't Risk a Fine. Get Automated Compliance.
Lawn2Care offers weekly and bi-weekly mowing schedules that guarantee your property stays well below the 20cm threshold. We also identify and remove prohibited plant species.
Book Weekly Lawn MaintenanceThe 311 Backlog: Fix Plow Damage Now
If your lawn was damaged by city snowplows over the winter, you are still responsible for the overall state of your yard. While the City of Mississauga's official spring maintenance started in March, they have publicly stated that sod repairs for plow damage won't happen until May or June.
Don't wait for June and risk a messy, non-compliant yard. Lawn2Care fixes 311-reported plow damage and sod tearing this week.