FL §373.185 preempts HOA bans on Florida-Friendly Landscaping. Brevard County encourages native plants through the Lagoon-Friendly Lawns program. Indian River Lagoon protection drives native plant incentives and fertilizer restrictions.
Brevard County strongly encourages native and Florida-Friendly landscaping due to Indian River Lagoon water quality concerns. FL §373.185 (Florida-Friendly Landscaping Act) preempts HOA prohibitions on native plants, xeriscaping, and other water-conserving practices. FL §720.3075(4) specifically prohibits HOAs from requiring grass-dominated lawns. Brevard County Natural Resources Management offers the Lagoon-Friendly Lawns program with rebates up to $500 for converting to native landscaping. Invasive species removal (Brazilian pepper, air potato, Old World climbing fern) encouraged and sometimes required under county code. UF/IFAS Brevard Extension maintains the county's native plant database. Sea oats and dune vegetation are protected under FL §161.242 and cannot be disturbed on coastal properties.
HOA enforcement of grass-only rules: unenforceable under FL §373.185, homeowner may sue. Invasive species on private property: may be required to remove, especially Brazilian pepper. Dune vegetation destruction: FL DEP fines up to $10,000.
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