Invasive Plant Rules in Tamarac, FL (2026)
1 verified invasive plant rules for Tamarac, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Prohibited Species
Tamarac's Land Development Code bans ten named nuisance species, from Brazilian pepper to carrotwood, plus every Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council Category I plant, from all landscaped areas. Property owners must eradicate any of these invasive plants on site, including in natural areas, before the City signs off on a certificate of occupancy.
Prohibited Invasive Plant Species in Tamarac
Significant RestrictionsTamarac Land Development Code § 10-4.4(K)(1)(d), (K)(2)(d)
All landscaped areas shall be maintained free of nuisance species, including natural areas within developed property. The following species are considered nuisance species:(i)Schinus terebinthifolius (Brazilian pepper tree/Florida holly).(ii)Metopium toxiferum (poison wood).(iii)Melaleuca quinquenervia (cajeput tree/melaleuca).(iv)Casuarina spp. (Australian pine, all species).(v)Bischofia javan...
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