Pinellas Park, FL Animal Ordinances: Wildlife Feeding (2026)
Key Facts
- County code
- Sec. 14-30 (public nuisance)
- Bear/coyote feeding
- Banned by FAC 68A-4.001
- Cat colony food
- Remove within 3 hours
- Enforcement
- County and FWC
- First offense
- Typically warning
Summary
Pinellas County Code Section 14-30 prohibits feeding wild animals in a way that creates a public nuisance throughout Pinellas Park. Feeding bears, raccoons, coyotes, or feral cats that attracts wildlife or causes sanitation issues can result in citations.
Penalties for feeding wildlife and freshwater fish. - (1)(a) The penalties in this section apply to a violation of any rule or order of the commission that prohibits or restricts: 1. Feeding wildlife or freshwater fish with food or garbage; 2. Attracting or enticing wildlife or freshwater fish with food or garbage; or 3. Allowing the placement of food or garbage in a manner that attracts or entices wildlife or freshwater fish. (b) This section does not apply to rules or orders of the commission relating to: 1. Animals held in captivity; 2. Restricting the taking or hunting of species over bait or intentionally placed or deposited food; or 3. Restricting the taking or hunting of species in proximity to feeding stations.
Full Breakdown
Pinellas County Code Section 14-30, applicable in Pinellas Park, makes it unlawful to place, allow placement of, or offer food or garbage in a manner that attracts cats, dogs, raccoons, coyotes, or other wildlife in a way that creates a public nuisance. Florida Administrative Code 68A-4.001 also prohibits intentionally feeding bears, sandhill cranes, foxes, raccoons, and pelicans statewide. For community-cat caretakers, food must be in proper containers, removed within three hours, and managed so it does not attract other wildlife. Violations begin with warnings, escalating to fines.
Violations & Fines
Code enforcement issues a written warning first; continued violations can lead to civil citations, daily fines, and FWC charges for feeding protected species.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is feeding ducks at a Pinellas Park pond illegal?
Can I feed stray cats in my yard?
Sources & Official References
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