Landscaping Rules in Pasco County, FL (2026)
5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Pasco County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Tree Trimming
In unincorporated Pasco County a Tree Removal Permit is required to remove any tree five (5) inches diameter at breast height (DBH) or greater under Land Development Code Section 802, including on single-family lots with existing homes; Florida Statutes Section 163.045 exempts hazardous trees on residential property when a certified arborist documents the danger.
Permit required to remove trees 5 inches DBH or larger
Heavy RestrictionsPasco County Land Development Code Sec. 802.3.A (Tree Preservation and Replacement)
802.3. Tree Removal A. Permits Required A Tree Removal Permit is required for the removal of all five (5) inch diameter at breast height (dbh) or greater trees, except in the following circumstances... 10. Single-Family Residential Lots with Existing Homes. Tree Removal Permits on single-family lots with existing homes are only required for trees greater than five (5) inch diameter at breast he...
Weed Ordinances
In unincorporated Pasco County, grass, weeds, brush, or undergrowth exceeding 12 inches in height is a prohibited overgrown condition under Pasco County Code Section 42-1, and property owners have a duty to control it or the County may clear the lot and bill the owner.
Grass and weeds over 12 inches are a nuisance
Some RestrictionsPasco County Code of Ordinances Sec. 42-1 (Overgrown conditions and related public safety violations)
It is the duty of the owner of any lot, tract, or parcel of land within the unincorporated areas of the county to reasonably and effectively control and prevent nuisances. The code enforcement department may clear the lands of grass, weeds, brush or undergrowth exceeding 12 inches in height.
Water Restrictions
Unincorporated Pasco County limits irrigation of established lawns and landscaping to one address-assigned day per week under County Code Chapter 62, Article II, Division 3. A SWFWMD Modified Phase III Extreme Water Shortage Order tightens the hours and is in effect through October 1, 2026.
Lawn watering limited to one day per week
Heavy RestrictionsPasco County Utilities, Water Resources - Watering Restrictions (implementing Pasco County Code Sec. 62-98)
Irrigation of established lawns and landscaping is authorized for one day per week per Pasco County Ordinance Ch. 62, Article II., Division 3. Watering is permitted in one irrigation cycle either between midnight - 4 a.m. or between 8 p.m. - midnight, only on your designated watering day (addresses ending 0 or 1 on Monday; 2 or 3 on Tuesday; 4 or 5 on Wednesday; 6 or 7 on Thursday; 8 or 9 on Fr...
Native Plants
Pasco County encourages Florida-Friendly Landscaping under FL §373.185, which prohibits HOAs and local governments from preventing property owners from using drought-tolerant native plants. SWFWMD rebates support water-wise yards.
landscaping/native-plants
Few RestrictionsFla. Stat. § 373.185 (Local Florida-friendly landscaping ordinances)
F.S. 373.185 Local Florida-friendly landscaping ordinances. (1) As used in this section, the term: (a) "Local government" means any county or municipality of the state. (b) "Florida-friendly landscaping" means quality landscapes that conserve water, protect the environment, are adaptable to local conditions, and are drought tolerant. The principles of such landscaping include planting the right...
Artificial Turf
Pasco County generally permits artificial turf on residential properties. FL §720.3075 and §373.185 limit HOA restrictions on water-conserving landscape, which may include synthetic turf. Drainage and heat-island considerations apply.
landscaping/artificial-turf
Few RestrictionsFla. Stat. § 720.3075 (Prohibited clauses in HOA documents)
F.S. 720.3075 Prohibited clauses in association documents. (4)(a) The Legislature finds that the use of Florida-friendly landscaping and other water use and pollution prevention measures to conserve or protect the state's water resources serves a compelling public interest and that the participation of homeowners' associations and local governments is essential to the state's efforts in water c...
Landscaping Rules by City in Pasco County
3 cities in Pasco County have their own landscaping rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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