Boca Raton does not prohibit artificial turf but it does not count toward Florida-Friendly Landscaping requirements. Chapter 27 (Vegetation) establishes landscaping standards. Florida Statutes Section 373.185 protects homeowners' rights to Florida-Friendly Landscaping.
Boca Raton's Chapter 27 (Vegetation) establishes landscaping standards for the city. Artificial turf is not prohibited but is not recognized as Florida-Friendly Landscaping. A Palm Beach County survey noted that Boca Raton does not prohibit artificial turf in residential areas. Florida Statutes Section 373.185 protects homeowners' rights to use Florida-Friendly Landscaping practices, which may override HOA restrictions. The city encourages water-conserving landscape practices consistent with the Florida-Friendly Landscaping program.
Artificial turf may not satisfy minimum landscape requirements for new development under Chapter 27.
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