What type of lien is imposed by a municipality for removing weeds and rubbish?

A lien imposed by a municipality for removing weeds and rubbish is classified as inferior to tax and street improvement liens. This reflects the legal hierarchy of liens, where municipal liens that relate to the upkeep of property, such as those for nuisance abatement or cleaning, take a subordinate position compared to those for property taxes and street improvements.

Tax liens are typically given priority because they are essential for the municipality’s revenue, which funds services and infrastructure. Similarly, street improvement liens are also prioritized to ensure the continuous development of community infrastructure. The inferior status of the weed and rubbish lien means that, should the property be sold or subjected to foreclosure, these higher-ranking liens must be settled before any claims related to the removal of weeds and rubbish are addressed. This structure is designed to safeguard essential community funding and maintain public infrastructure.