Pembroke Pines regulates retaining walls under the Land Development Code and Building Code. Retaining walls altering grade require building permits. Walls exceeding 4 feet in height require engineered plans. Retaining walls must comply with setback requirements and cannot cause drainage problems for adjacent properties. The 2023 Florida Building Code with Broward HVHZ provisions applies.
Retaining walls in Pembroke Pines require building permits from the Building Department. Walls over 4 feet in total height (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) typically require structural engineering plans sealed by a Florida-licensed engineer. Retaining walls must comply with the applicable setback requirements for the zoning district. The wall must not redirect stormwater or cause drainage issues for neighboring properties. All retaining walls must meet the 2023 Florida Building Code with Broward County HVHZ provisions for structural integrity. Fences placed on top of retaining walls are measured from the top of the wall for height compliance under Section 155.655.
Unpermitted retaining walls are code violations. Walls causing drainage damage may result in enforcement action.
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