Beekeeping is allowed in Boynton Beach under FL §586.10 state preemption. Cities cannot ban honeybee colonies. FDACS annual registration required for all beekeepers regardless of hive count.
Florida Statute §586.10 preempts local beekeeping bans and requires the FL Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) to regulate all honeybee colonies. Every beekeeper must register annually with FDACS Apiary Inspection (free for hobbyists) and comply with Best Management Practices including providing water sources, positioning hive entrances away from property lines, and using gentle European stock. Africanized bee colonies must be requeened. HOAs in Boynton Beach planned communities may still prohibit hives on private lots.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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