Florida Statute 163.3205 protects homeowners' rights to Florida-friendly landscaping including native plants. Hollywood FL follows Broward County landscaping standards. HOAs cannot require specific grass types or ban drought-tolerant alternatives. The city promotes environmental sustainability.
Florida Statute 163.3205 prohibits local governments and HOAs from preventing Florida-friendly landscaping that meets UF/IFAS guidelines. Hollywood FL follows Broward County landscaping standards and promotes environmental sustainability through its sustainability program. Native and adaptive plants are encouraged as water-efficient alternatives. The South Florida Water Management District's irrigation restrictions make drought-tolerant landscaping increasingly practical. No violations can be issued for installing compliant Florida-friendly landscaping.
No violations for compliant Florida-friendly landscaping. HOAs restricting native plantings may violate state law.
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Hollywood's noise ordinance governs construction noise. All construction must obtain appropriate building permits. Construction activity that violates noise ...
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Barking dogs that create unreasonably loud noise crossing property lines violate Hollywood's Noise Ordinance. Complaints must be signed affidavits by the com...
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Hollywood is near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). FAA rules preempt local aircraft noise regulation. The Broward County Aviation Depar...
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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 ...
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Some commercial vehicles (vans, pickup trucks) may be stored on residential property but must be screened from view. Special-purpose vehicles (race cars, swa...
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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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