Hillsborough County prohibits accumulations of weeds, noxious vegetation, and invasive species over 18 inches on improved property under the nuisance provisions of Chapter 8. Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, and Australian pine are Category I invasives targeted for removal.
County Code Chapter 8 and Land Development Code nuisance standards require removal of weeds and invasive exotics on developed parcels. The Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council Category I list including Brazilian pepper Schinus terebinthifolius is enforced in development permits and environmentally sensitive lands. Residents near conservation areas may be notified of cooperative removal programs. Greenbelt agricultural parcels retain broader tolerance for managed weeds.
Notice of violation with 10 days to abate. Failure to comply: contractor abatement at owner cost and lien. Repeat nuisance: up to 250 dollars per day special magistrate fine.
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