Environmental Rules in Largo, FL (2026)
2 verified environmental rules for Largo, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Stormwater Management
Largo bars anything but pure stormwater from entering its separate storm sewer system under Code § 23-215. Paint, petroleum products, pool backwash, yard waste, sediment and construction debris are named prohibited discharges, and anyone who spills into a storm drain must notify the city and clean it up.
Largo Stormwater Discharge Prohibition Rules
Some RestrictionsLargo, Fla., Code of Ordinances § 23-215
(a)General prohibitions. Except as set forth under subsection (c) of this section or in accordance with a valid NPDES permit, any discharge to the separate storm sewer system or waters of the state that is not composed entirely of stormwater is prohibited.(b)Specific prohibitions. Any discharge to the separate storm sewer system, waters of the state, or onto a right-of-way and/or easement drain...
Erosion Control
Every construction site in Largo that breaks ground must run erosion and sediment control from day one under Code § 23-217, regardless of project size. Sites of an acre or more also need an FDEP construction generic permit before the city will issue a development order or building permit.
Largo Construction Erosion Sediment Control
Some RestrictionsLargo, Fla., Code of Ordinances § 23-217
(a)Erosion and sediment control. All construction sites that break ground or create soil disturbance must provide erosion and sediment control regardless of the type or size of the construction activity. Construction sites are required to use appropriate best management practices which shall meet or exceed city engineering standards to prevent pollutants from leaving the construction site and b...
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