Homeowners in Temple Terrace may trim trees on their own property but must follow ANSI A300 standards for health and should hire an ISA-certified arborist for large or hazardous work. FL §163.045 limits local permit requirements when a certified arborist documents danger to persons or property.
FL §163.045 (2019) bars municipalities from requiring permits or replacement for residential tree pruning or removal when an ISA-certified arborist or Florida-licensed landscape architect documents the tree poses a danger. Routine trimming of non-hazardous trees still falls under Temple Terrace's tree protection ordinance. Utility-line clearance pruning around TECO lines is performed by the utility without homeowner permit. Trimming trees on neighboring property or over the right-of-way without consent is prohibited.
Over-pruning (topping) protected species: citation plus mitigation requirements. Trimming neighbor's tree: civil liability for damages under FL common law.
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Commercial noise along Fowler Avenue and 56th Street commercial corridors must stay within zoning compatibility standards. HVAC, loading docks, and dumpster ...
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Construction activity in Temple Terrace is generally restricted to 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday and legal holidays prohibited for powere...
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Temple Terrace enforces nighttime quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM under Chapter 10 of the City Code. Unreasonable noise audible at the property line during th...
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Temple Terrace limits residential fences to 6 feet in rear and side yards and 4 feet in front yards. Corner lots have a 3-foot visibility triangle rule at in...
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Corner lots in Temple Terrace must maintain a clear sight triangle at intersections. No fence, wall, hedge, or structure over 3 feet tall is permitted within...
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No breed-specific restrictions are allowed in Temple Terrace. FL 767.14 preempts breed bans statewide, and Miami-Dades grandfathered pit bull ban was repeale...
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