Florida Statute 373.185 declares Florida-friendly landscaping a matter of state policy and prohibits any deed restriction, covenant, or local ordinance from preventing property owners from installing native, drought-tolerant plant landscapes.
FS 373.185(3) preempts cities, counties, and homeowner associations from banning Florida-friendly landscaping, defined as quality landscaping that conserves water, protects the environment, and uses appropriate native species. Local governments must allow these landscapes even if they replace turf grass. The Florida Yards and Neighborhoods program publishes the official approved plant list. Cities retain authority to require minimum maintenance standards and prohibit invasive species, but cannot mandate turf grass or prohibit conversion to native landscaping.
There are no penalties for installing Florida-friendly landscaping. HOAs or cities that try to enforce contrary covenants can be challenged under FS 373.185.
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