5 rules for unincorporated Brevard County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Brevard County Code §94-26 requires trash and recycling carts to be stored out of public view between collection days. Place at curb no earlier than 5 PM day before, retrieve by 7 AM day after. Bear-resistant containers required in western county.
Brevard County Code §22 enforces property maintenance standards. Common issues: hurricane damage not repaired, peeling paint, broken windows, debris. Special Magistrate hearings issue fines up to $250 per day ($500 per day for repeat) under FL §162.09.
Brevard County Code §22-26 requires vacant lot owners to maintain grass/weeds below 12 inches, remove trash, and prevent nuisance conditions. County may mow and bill owner. Fire hazard enforcement escalated during dry season.
Brevard County has no snow ordinances - snowfall is essentially nonexistent on the Space Coast. Property owners must keep sidewalks clear of vegetation, sand, and debris under Code Ch. 94.
Brevard County Code Ch. 94 requires garage/yard sales to maintain property appearance. Merchandise displayed neatly, removed daily. Unsold items cannot remain at curb. Signs down within 24 hours.
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