Florida PREEMPTS breed-specific legislation statewide under FL §767.14. No city can ban specific dog breeds. Dangerous dog designations are behavior-based.
Florida Statute §767.14 preempts breed-specific legislation statewide. No Florida city or county can enact breed bans. Miami-Dade’s pit bull ban was grandfathered from before the 1990 preemption but was repealed by voter referendum in October 2023. Dangerous dog designations under FL §767 are based on individual behavior, not breed. Owners of dangerous dogs must meet strict containment, insurance ($100,000 liability), and registration requirements. HOA breed restrictions may exist in CC&Rs but are private rules, not city code.
Dangerous dog violations: misdemeanor to felony depending on severity. Containment failure: $500+. Severe attack: felony charges.
Gainesville, FL
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Gainesville, FL
Gainesville regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
Gainesville, FL
Gainesville requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Gainesville, FL
Gainesville requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
Gainesville, FL
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