Weeds, invasive vines, and uncultivated vegetation over 12 inches are prosecuted as nuisances under Temple Terrace Code Chapter 14. Property owners are responsible for maintaining the lot edge to the street pavement, including the city right-of-way strip.
Common violations include air potato vines, Brazilian pepper encroachment, overgrown ditches, and unmaintained vacant parcels. Temple Terrace Code Enforcement coordinates with UF/IFAS Hillsborough County Extension for invasive species removal guidance. The city does not bar herbicide use on residential parcels, but FL §487 and EPA labels govern application. Florida-Friendly plantings are exempted when clearly intentional; random weed growth is not.
Violation notice with 10-14 day cure period. City abatement mowing: cost plus $50-$250 fee liened to property. Special Magistrate fines to $500/day for chronic noncompliance.
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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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