Broward County, FL Code Violation Reporting: Common Violations (2026)
Key Facts
- First-offense fines
- $50 to $500 per violation
- Repeat violation
- fine doubles automatically
- Third/fourth offense
- up to $750–$1,000 per day
- Geographic scope
- unincorporated Broward County only
- Appeal window
- 10 days to request hearing
Summary
Broward County code inspectors cite common violations, from unscreened pools to illegal signs, under a set fine schedule ranging $50 to $500 per offense, doubling for repeat violations, enforced only in the unincorporated county.
The following table sets forth the code violations for which civil penalties may be cited under this article. The descriptions of violations are provided for purposes of general identification only. ... (22) Residential swimming pool not completely enclosed by fence or screen (sec. 39-275(5)) $250.00 $500.00 ... (25) Storage of junk, trash, debris, or litter (sec. 39-132 or sec. 39-133) $250.00 $500.00
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 72 | Administrative Code: Supplement 28).
Full Breakdown
Broward County's Code Enforcement chapter authorizes code inspectors to issue citations for a schedule of specific violations set out in Sec. 8½-16, covering zoning issues like unscreened pools, illegal signs, and junk storage, plus towing and vehicle-repair licensing violations. Each violation carries its own fine, $50 to $250 for a first offense, doubling on repeat, with third and fourth offenses reaching $750 to $1,000 per day. Cited persons get ten days to request a hearing before a county hearing officer (Sec. 8½-11). Per Sec. 8½-2, this hearing-officer process covers codes 'in effect within unincorporated Broward County', Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and Coral Springs enforce their own municipal codes instead.
Violations & Fines
Unscreened pool $250/$500; junk or trash storage $250/$500; illegal sign $150/$300; commercial vehicle parked in a residential yard $150/$300; unpermitted home business $150/$300; third offense up to $750/day, fourth $1,000/day.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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