8 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Brevard County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Brevard County Section 114-28(b) requires grass and weeds within 25 feet of improved property (including roads) to be maintained below 10 inches. Overgrown vegetation is among the most common code complaints in unincorporated areas. Dead standing trees near improved property must be removed per Section 114-28(c).
Brevard County's land development regulations protect native vegetation and require tree preservation during development. Permits may be required for removal of protected species. The county's adjacency to wildlife refuges and the Indian River Lagoon emphasizes native vegetation preservation.
Brevard County's land development regulations require tree protection and replacement during development. Dead standing trees near improved property or roads must be removed per Section 114-28(c). Protected species removal requires permits from the county.
Brevard County Code Ch. 94 (Property Maintenance) requires weed abatement. Invasive species like Brazilian pepper and Australian pine are priority concerns along the Indian River Lagoon shoreline.
Brevard County follows St. Johns River Water Management District watering restrictions allowing two days per week by address. The county's Indian River Lagoon fertilizer ordinance requires summer blackout periods in unincorporated areas to protect the lagoon from nutrient runoff.
Brevard County allows and encourages residential rainwater harvesting. St. Johns River WMD offers rain barrel workshops. No state restrictions in Florida. HOA rules may govern visible placement.
FL §373.185 preempts HOA bans on Florida-Friendly Landscaping. Brevard County encourages native plants through the Lagoon-Friendly Lawns program. Indian River Lagoon protection drives native plant incentives and fertilizer restrictions.
Artificial turf allowed in Brevard County with proper drainage. HOA bans limited by FL §373.185. Heat buildup (can reach 150F+) and stormwater runoff into Indian River Lagoon are primary concerns. Not counted toward pervious surface requirements.
4 cities in Brevard County have their own landscaping rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
4 verified rules • Grass Height Limits, Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
4 verified rules • Grass Height Limits, Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
4 verified rules • Grass Height Limits, Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
4 verified rules • Grass Height Limits, Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
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