Breed Restrictions: Brandon vs Riverview
How do breed restrictions rules compare between Brandon, FL and Riverview, FL?
Riverview has fewer restrictions than Brandon.
Brandon, FL
Hillsborough County
Florida Statute §767.14 preempts breed-specific local bans, but Hillsborough County Code §6-27 prohibits any dog from engaging in vicious, aggressive, or unprovoked menacing behavior regardless of breed.
View full Brandon rules →Riverview, FL
Hillsborough County
Breed-specific legislation is preempted statewide by FL §767.14 (2023 amendment). Hillsborough County cannot ban pit bulls or any other breed. Dangerous-dog classification is behavior-based only.
View full Riverview rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Brandon | Riverview |
|---|---|---|
| Breed-Specific Bans | Preempted by Fla. Stat. §767.14 | - |
| Code | Hillsborough §6-27 | - |
| Vicious Fine | Starting $450 | - |
| State Preemption | - | FL §767.14 |
| Effective | - | October 1, 2023 |
| Local Bans | - | Prohibited |
| Classification | - | Behavior-based (FL §767.12) |
| HOAs | - | May still restrict |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Brandon FAQ
Are pit bulls banned in Brandon?
No — Florida preempted all breed-specific local bans in 2023 (§767.14).
What if my dog bites someone?
Reportable to Pet Resources; investigation may result in 'dangerous dog' classification with strict containment rules.
Riverview FAQ
Can Hillsborough County ban pit bulls?
No. FL §767.14 preempts all breed bans. Only behavior-based dangerous-dog classification is allowed.
Who enforces this in Hillsborough County?
Hillsborough County code enforcement at (813) 272-5900 handles complaints.
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