Hollywood FL requires erosion and sedimentation control for all construction projects. Best management practices including silt fencing are required. The city's stormwater system management addresses erosion from heavy rains and tidal flooding. Beach renourishment programs manage coastal erosion.
Hollywood FL requires erosion and sedimentation control measures for all construction activity disturbing soils. Required BMPs include silt fencing, sediment traps, stabilized construction entrances, and temporary ground cover. The city's stormwater management program addresses erosion from heavy rains, tidal flooding, and rising sea levels. The barrier island is subject to beach erosion, managed through federal and state beach renourishment programs. Construction near waterways must comply with additional environmental protections. The Building Division reviews erosion control plans during the permit process.
Failure to implement erosion control results in stop-work orders. Sediment discharge into waterways triggers additional environmental penalties.
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood's noise ordinance governs construction noise. All construction must obtain appropriate building permits. Construction activity that violates noise ...
Hollywood, FL
Barking dogs that create unreasonably loud noise crossing property lines violate Hollywood's Noise Ordinance. Complaints must be signed affidavits by the com...
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood is near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). FAA rules preempt local aircraft noise regulation. The Broward County Aviation Depar...
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood's Noise Ordinance (effective May 1, 2021) defines Quiet Hours as 11 PM–6 AM. Noise is prohibited when it is plainly audible across a property line ...
Hollywood, FL
Some commercial vehicles (vans, pickup trucks) may be stored on residential property but must be screened from view. Special-purpose vehicles (race cars, swa...
Hollywood, FL
Boats and RVs must be parked on a hard, improved surface (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) in the side or rear yard where accessible, and screened from adjacent...
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