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Pembroke Pines does not impose an annual night cap on short-term rentals. Florida Statute 509.032(7)(b) prohibits any city from regulating the duration or frequency of vacation rentals, and no Pembroke Pines pre-2011 ordinance grandfathers a cap. State law defines a vacation rental as transient stays under 30 days, more than three times per year.
Pembroke Pines has no city-specific short-term rental registration ordinance. Florida Statute 509.032(7)(b) preempts post-June 1, 2011 STR-specific local rules. Operators must obtain a state DBPR vacation rental license under F.S. 509.241 and may need a Broward County business tax receipt. HOA covenants frequently restrict STR use.
Pembroke Pines enforces smoke alarms through the 2023 Florida Building Code (adopted by reference under Code Section 150.11 with Broward County Administrative Provisions) and the 8th Edition Florida Fire Prevention Code (NFPA 1, 2021). FBC R314 / NFPA 72 require alarms in every sleeping room, outside each sleeping area, and on every story. F.S. 553.883 allows 10-year sealed-battery alarms in lieu of retrofit hardwiring.
Pembroke Pines requires property owners to maintain yards free of excessive vegetation and debris that could pose fire or nuisance hazards. Excessively high grass, weeds, and overgrown brush are prohibited under the city's property maintenance code. Broward County open burning regulations apply. The city's Fire Department and Code Compliance enforce vegetation management standards.
Florida permits sparklers and certain novelty items. Larger consumer fireworks are restricted under F.S. 791 with limited exceptions. Pembroke Pines enforces state fireworks laws.
Pembroke Pines prohibits open burning within city limits per Florida Fire Prevention Code. Recreational fires in approved containers may be allowed with conditions.
Pembroke Pines allows fire pits with conditions. Fires must be in approved containers, maintain clearance from structures, use clean fuels, and be attended at all times.
Pembroke Pines has a relatively low wildfire risk due to its urban and suburban development. The city is not designated as a wildfire-urban interface (WUI) area. The Florida Division of Forestry manages wildfire risk statewide and may impose seasonal burn bans. Broward County coordinates wildfire response. Property owners must maintain vegetation to reduce fire hazards.
Backyard fire pits are allowed in Broward under FAC 5I-2 if kept under 3 feet in diameter, set back 25 feet from any structure, attended, and fueled with clean wood. Broward Chapter 12 provides local enforcement.
Florida regulates propane (LP-gas) storage, transport, and installation uniformly under Chapter 527 and the Florida Fire Prevention Code, preempting inconsistent local rules.
Pembroke Pines regulates retaining walls under the Land Development Code and Building Code. Retaining walls altering grade require building permits. Walls exceeding 4 feet in height require engineered plans. Retaining walls must comply with setback requirements and cannot cause drainage problems for adjacent properties. The 2023 Florida Building Code with Broward HVHZ provisions applies.
Pembroke Pines requires building permits for all fence installations. Applications are available through the Building Division at City Hall or online.
Florida does not require neighbors to share fence costs by statute. In Pembroke Pines, the builder pays unless neighbors agree otherwise. HOA rules may govern shared fences.
Pembroke Pines regulates fence materials under LDC Section 155.655 (Fences, Walls, and Hedges). Front yard fences in the R-MH district must be decorative aluminum or wood and no more than 50% opaque. Fences and walls must comply with Section 150.55 when applicable. Chain link fences require specific design standards per the city's fence permit application checklist.
Pembroke Pines requires pool safety barriers under Sections 150.50–150.52 of the Code of Ordinances and FL Statute 515 (Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act). Barriers must be at least 48 inches high with self-closing, self-latching lockable gates. No pool permit is issued without a simultaneous barrier permit. Barriers must be at least 20 inches from the water's edge.
Pembroke Pines regulates fence heights under §155.655. Front yard fences are typically limited to 4 feet and side/rear yard fences to 6 feet. Permits are required for fence installation.
Broward sits inside the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so fences must be engineered to 170 mph ultimate wind speeds with deep concrete post embedment and approved materials.
Above-ground pools in Pembroke Pines must meet the same barrier and safety requirements as in-ground pools. Pools with 24+ inches of water require permits and barriers.
Pembroke Pines enforces Florida's Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (F.S. 515). Pools must have at least one safety feature and anti-entrapment drain covers. Building permits required for new pools.
Pembroke Pines requires pool fences at least 4 feet high with self-closing, self-latching gates per Florida Building Code. Pool fence installation requires a building permit.
Hot tubs and spas in Pembroke Pines are subject to the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (FL Statute 515) and local code Sections 150.50–150.52. Safety barriers are required. A building permit and electrical permit are needed for installation. Hot tubs must maintain clear, sanitary water. Noise from hot tub equipment must comply with Chapter 96.
Pembroke Pines requires permits for all swimming pool construction under Sections 150.50–150.52. A pool permit cannot be issued without a simultaneous barrier permit. Plans must show compliance with the safety barrier requirements. The Building Department at 954-435-6502 processes pool permits. FL Statute 515 provides state-level safety requirements.
Pembroke Pines regulates on-street parking through its traffic code. Many neighborhoods have HOA-enforced parking restrictions. Abandoned vehicles are subject to towing.
Pembroke Pines requires driveways to be maintained and vehicles parked only on approved surfaces. Parking on grass, dirt, or landscaped areas is a common code violation.
Pembroke Pines restricts RV and boat parking in residential areas. Many HOA communities prohibit RV and boat storage. The city enforces through code enforcement.
Pembroke Pines does not have a specific EV charging ordinance for residential properties. FL Statute 163.04 protects homeowners' rights to install EV charging stations and limits HOA restrictions. Commercial developments may be subject to EV-ready parking requirements under updated building codes. Electrical permits are required for charging station installation.
Pembroke Pines restricts overnight parking of recreational vehicles and boats on public streets. All vehicles must be maintained in movable condition with current registration and inflated tires. Vehicles cannot be parked on non-paved surfaces as of January 1, 2025. Garbage receptacles must be stored in side or rear yards when not out for collection.
Pembroke Pines restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Large commercial vehicles, semi-trucks, and marked work vehicles are commonly prohibited by HOAs and city code.
All vehicles on private property must be operable with inflated tires and current registration. Inoperable vehicles on jacks or blocks are code violations. FL §715.07 governs towing from private property.
Pembroke Pines requires a city license for family home day care under Code Section 115.15(D). Operators caring for children from two or more unrelated families must apply. State licensing through the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is also required. Background screenings and safety inspections are mandatory. Large family child care homes have additional requirements.
Pembroke Pines permits home occupations in residential zones subject to conditions. The business must be secondary to residential use with no external evidence and limited impact on the neighborhood.
Pembroke Pines limits customer traffic to home businesses. The operation must not generate traffic beyond typical residential levels.
Pembroke Pines prohibits business signs at home occupations. No external evidence of a home business may be visible from outside the property.
Cottage food operations in Pembroke Pines are authorized under FL Statute 500.80. Operators may sell certain homemade food products directly to consumers without a food establishment license. Annual gross sales are capped at $250,000. Products must be labeled per state requirements. No city-specific cottage food ordinance exists beyond state law compliance.
Broward County requires a Local Business Tax Receipt (formerly occupational license) for home occupations, but cannot require a separate home occupation permit thanks to FL 559.955 state preemption.
Pembroke Pines Chapter 96 (Noise) regulates amplified music through sound level limitations by receiving land use designation (Section 96.07). Noise disturbances are prohibited under Section 96.04. Landscape and yard equipment may operate 7 AM–10 PM with functioning mufflers and cannot exceed 80 dBA at the property line. Special events with amplified sound require city permits.
Pembroke Pines Code Chapter 96 regulates noise to prevent excessive sounds that degrade quality of life. Equipment noise must not exceed 80 dBA at the property line during daytime. Nighttime restrictions are stricter.
Pembroke Pines restricts construction to 7 AM–6 PM. Construction or repair work between 6 PM and 7:30 AM is prohibited if it exceeds permitted noise levels. Public works projects may receive exceptions.
Pembroke Pines regulates industrial noise through Chapter 96 (Noise) with sound level limits based on receiving land use designation (Section 96.07). Industrial and commercial zones have higher permitted sound levels than residential zones. The LDC provides zoning buffers between industrial and residential uses. Construction noise is limited to 7 AM–6 PM.
Pembroke Pines does not ban gas-powered leaf blowers. Landscape and yard equipment may operate between 7 AM and 10 PM under Chapter 96. All motorized equipment must have functioning mufflers or effective sound control devices. Equipment cannot create noise exceeding 80 dBA at the property line. No separate leaf blower ordinance exists.
Pembroke Pines is near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). FAA preempts local aircraft noise regulation. Broward County Aviation Department manages noise abatement programs.
Pembroke Pines addresses barking dogs through its noise ordinance and Broward County animal control regulations. Persistent barking that disturbs neighbors constitutes a noise violation.
Outdoor music in Broward falls under Chapter 27, Sections 27-235 and 27-237. Music must stay at or below 55 dBA (L50) at a receiving residential property line. Special event permits are issued by Broward County Parks.
Broward County Section 27-235 sets dBA limits at the receiving property line with no day-night split. Residential: 55/65 dBA. Commercial: 65/75 dBA. Industrial: 70/80 dBA. A 5 dBA above-background exemption applies.
Pembroke Pines does not impose breed-specific legislation. Florida Statute 767.14 preempts local breed-specific bans except for Miami-Dade County's grandfathered pit bull ban.
Beekeeping in Pembroke Pines is regulated under Florida's Beekeeping Act (F.S. 586). Beekeepers must register with the Florida Department of Agriculture and follow apiary best management practices.
Pembroke Pines requires dogs to be on leash when off private property. All pets must be licensed with Broward County and vaccinated against rabies per Florida law.
Florida regulates exotic pets through FWC licensing. Class I animals (large cats, bears, primates) are prohibited as pets. Class II (medium exotics) require permits. Class III (small exotics) require permits for some species.
Pembroke Pines prohibits keeping chickens and most livestock in residential areas. Section 155.510 of the Land Development Code regulates domesticated livestock and poultry. The city does not permit backyard chickens in standard residential zones. Chapter 91 (Animals) provides general animal control regulations. Violations are handled through Code Compliance.
Pembroke Pines discourages feeding of free-roaming wildlife through general nuisance and animal control provisions in Chapter 91. Broward County also regulates wildlife interactions. Feeding wildlife that creates a public nuisance or health hazard can result in code violations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) prohibits feeding certain species including alligators under FL Statute 379.
Livestock (horses, cattle, goats, pigs, sheep) in Broward is limited to Agricultural (A-1, A-5) and Rural Estate (RE) zoning districts under Chapter 39. Lot size and setback requirements apply.
Pembroke Pines prohibits excessively high grass and weeds under the property maintenance code. Regular mowing is required for all properties including vacant land. Property owners must maintain swales, sidewalks, and curb areas. Dead trees and limbs must be removed. Code Compliance enforces vegetation standards with fines under FL Statute 162.
Pembroke Pines follows South Florida Water Management District watering restrictions. Year-round landscape irrigation is limited to two days per week with odd/even address scheduling.
Pembroke Pines requires property owners to maintain trees and ensure they don't obstruct sidewalks, streets, or sight lines. The city arborist oversees tree management.
Pembroke Pines enforces property maintenance standards requiring regular lawn maintenance. Overgrown grass and weeds are among the most common code violations in the city.
Pembroke Pines requires a tree removal permit per §155.674. Contact the city arborist at landscape@ppines.com or 954-392-2100. Replacement trees must be installed within 30 days of removal.
Pembroke Pines does not have a specific ordinance banning or heavily restricting artificial turf on residential properties. The Land Development Code Chapter 155 governs landscaping standards. FL Statute 163.3232 prohibits local governments from banning drought-tolerant landscaping including artificial turf in many contexts. HOA rules may separately restrict artificial turf installation.
Pembroke Pines encourages native and Florida-friendly landscaping through its Land Development Code Chapter 155. The city maintains a Preferred Tree Planting List specifying recommended species. FL Statute 163.3232 supports drought-tolerant and native plant landscaping. Invasive species listed by FLEPPC must be removed. No mandatory native plant percentage is required for residential properties.
Pembroke Pines does not prohibit residential rainwater harvesting. FL Statute 373.228 encourages rainwater collection and prohibits local governments from restricting rainwater harvesting on residential properties. Rain barrels and cisterns do not require permits. The South Florida Water Management District promotes water conservation. HOA restrictions on rain barrels are limited by state law.
Florida's Live Local Act (2023) expanded ADU provisions statewide. Pembroke Pines permits accessory dwelling units on residential lots subject to zoning and building code requirements.
Pembroke Pines allows sheds and accessory structures with permits. Even small sheds may require permits due to Florida Building Code wind load requirements in the hurricane zone.
Garage conversions in Pembroke Pines require building permits and must meet Florida Building Code for habitable space. Parking replacement may be required.
Pembroke Pines does not have a specific tiny home ordinance. Tiny homes on foundations would be regulated as accessory dwelling units under the ADU provisions adopted June 18, 2024. ADUs must be 300–1,000 sq ft, contain a kitchen and bathroom, and require one additional off-street parking space. Tiny homes on wheels are classified as recreational vehicles and subject to RV parking rules.
Pembroke Pines regulates carports under Chapter 155 (Land Development Code). Carports are classified as accessory structures under Section 155.620 and must meet setback, height, and coverage requirements for the applicable zoning district. A building permit is required for carport construction. Commercial vehicles must be parked entirely inside a garage or carport where no part extends outside the roofline.
Pembroke Pines manages stormwater through the Land Development Code and participation in the SFWMD regional drainage system. Development projects must retain stormwater on-site per Broward County and SFWMD requirements. The city is susceptible to flooding in low-lying areas. NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits apply. All development must meet stormwater management standards.
Pembroke Pines requires erosion and sediment control measures for construction and development projects under the Land Development Code. Broward County Environmental Engineering and Licensing (EEL) regulations supplement city rules. Developers must implement best management practices (BMPs) to prevent sediment discharge. NPDES permits may be required for sites disturbing one acre or more.
Pembroke Pines has flood-prone areas as part of South Florida's low-lying terrain. The city participates in FEMA's NFIP and regulates development in Special Flood Hazard Areas.
Pembroke Pines is located in western Broward County, approximately 10 miles inland from the Atlantic coast. The city is not directly subject to coastal construction control line requirements. Coastal development regulations under the Florida Building Code apply primarily to beachfront and barrier island properties, not to Pembroke Pines. The city follows the 2023 Florida Building Code for general construction standards.
Pembroke Pines regulates grading and drainage through the Land Development Code and Broward County requirements. Properties must maintain proper drainage to prevent flooding of adjacent lots. All grading and fill activities require permits. The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has jurisdiction over water management permits for larger projects.
Pembroke Pines prohibits medical marijuana dispensaries and treatment centers within city limits under Section 155.516 of the Land Development Code. No dispensary may be established anywhere in the city. Adult-use cannabis sales are also not permitted. Residents must travel outside city limits for dispensary access.
Home cultivation of cannabis is prohibited in Florida. FL Statute 381.986 does not authorize personal cultivation by medical marijuana patients. Pembroke Pines enforces state law. The 2024 adult-use amendment did not include home-grow provisions. Any cultivation without a state license is a felony under FL Statute 893.
Pembroke Pines has no rent control ordinance. Florida preempts all local rent control under Fla. Stat. Sec. 125.0103, and the 2023 Live Local Act (SB 102) eliminated the housing-emergency exception. HB 1417 (Fla. Stat. Sec. 166.0444) further preempted local tenant-protection ordinances. Pembroke Pines cannot adopt rent stabilization, rent caps, or any local limit on rent increases.
Pembroke Pines does not have a just-cause eviction ordinance. Evictions are governed by the Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Fla. Stat. Ch. 83, Part II). The 2023 Live Local Act (HB 1417, codified at Fla. Stat. Sec. 166.0444) preempted local tenant-protection ordinances exceeding state law. Landlords must give a 3-day written notice for non-payment (Sec. 83.56) and 30 days' notice to terminate month-to-month tenancies (Sec. 83.57). Self-help evictions are prohibited under Sec. 83.67.
Pembroke Pines does not require a specific rental property registration program for long-term rentals. The city's Housing Division oversees housing matters. Landlords must comply with FL Statute 83 (Landlord-Tenant Act) and maintain properties to code. Short-term rentals may have separate requirements. Broward County requires residential rental certificates for properties in the BMSD.
Pembroke Pines allows one garage sale every six months per residence under Section 120.05 of the Code of Ordinances. Each sale is limited to three consecutive days. A city permit costing $5 is required. Residents in deed-restricted communities must also check HOA rules. Signs must follow the rules on the garage sale application.
Pembroke Pines requires a $5 permit for garage and rummage sales under Section 120.05. Applications are available from the City Clerk's office or online. The permit authorizes a three-day sale within a six-month period. Signage rules are specified on the application. Items sold must be personal property of the resident.
Pembroke Pines garage sales under Section 120.05 are limited to three consecutive days per permit. Sales must operate during reasonable daytime hours. The permit application specifies allowed sale hours. Noise from garage sales must comply with Chapter 96 noise regulations, which restrict disturbing noise before 7 AM.
Pembroke Pines protects trees through Sections 155.672–155.675 of the Land Development Code. No tree with a 4-inch or greater trunk diameter may be removed without a permit. The city publishes a Preferred Tree Planting List. Invasive species (FLEPPC Category I) removal has waived permit fees. Permits are issued by the Planning, Zoning & Landscaping Department at 954-392-2100.
Pembroke Pines requires a tree removal or relocation permit under Section 155.674 for any tree with a 4-inch or greater trunk diameter. Applications go through the Planning, Zoning & Landscaping Department. One of several qualifying conditions must be demonstrated. Replacement trees must be installed within 30 days. The permit application and instructions are available on the city's website.
Pembroke Pines requires replacement trees within 30 days of permitted removal under the Land Development Code. The city maintains a Preferred Tree Planting List identifying recommended species. Invasive species removal has waived permit fees but replacement is still required. The Planning, Zoning & Landscaping Department reviews replacement plans. Improper tree maintenance is addressed in Section 155.672.
Pembroke Pines requires property owners to maintain exterior conditions to prevent neighborhood blight. Painted surfaces must be kept painted. Mildew, peeling paint on walls, doors, fascia, soffit, and trim must be remediated. Pools must have clear water free from insects, algae, or unsanitary conditions. Code Compliance enforces maintenance standards.
Pembroke Pines requires a $5 permit for garage sales under Section 120.05. One sale is allowed per six months, limited to three consecutive days. Items must be personal property. Signs must follow permit application rules. HOA communities should verify deed restrictions. No outdoor storage of unsold items after the sale.
Pembroke Pines is in South Florida and does not experience snow. There is no snow removal ordinance. Property owners are responsible for maintaining sidewalks, swales, and curb areas adjacent to their property. Debris, vegetation overgrowth, and obstructions on sidewalks must be cleared. Swale trees must be trimmed to 8 feet above sidewalks.
Pembroke Pines requires garbage receptacles to be stored in the side or rear yard when not out for collection. Bins may be placed curbside from 6 PM the evening before collection through 10 PM on collection day. Receptacles must be at least 3 feet from mailboxes, trees, and other obstructions. Regular garbage service must be maintained.
Pembroke Pines requires vacant land to be maintained including regular mowing of perimeters. Excessively high grass and weeds are prohibited on all properties including vacant lots. Property owners must prevent overgrowth, debris accumulation, and conditions that create nuisances. The city may abate violations and lien the property for costs.
Pembroke Pines establishes building setbacks through the Land Development Code Chapter 155. Setback requirements vary by zoning district as shown in the comparative table at Section 155.403. Properties must meet front, side, and rear yard setback requirements. Fences, walls, and hedges have separate setback rules under Section 155.655. All new construction and additions must comply.
Pembroke Pines regulates lot coverage through the Land Development Code Chapter 155. Existing houses and additions generally cannot exceed 40% of the lot size. Coverage limits vary by zoning district as established in the zoning district comparative table (Section 155.403). All structures including accessory buildings count toward maximum lot coverage.
Pembroke Pines regulates building heights through the Land Development Code Chapter 155. Maximum height varies by zoning district as listed in the comparative table at Section 155.403. All structures, including additions, must comply with height limits for their zoning classification. The city is in the HVHZ (High Velocity Hurricane Zone) and uses the 2023 Florida Building Code with Broward County provisions.
Pembroke Pines requires building and electrical permits for solar panel installations. The Building Department provides a Solar Panels Checklist for permit applications. FL Statute 163.04 supports solar energy adoption. Installations must comply with the 2023 Florida Building Code and Broward County HVHZ provisions for wind load resistance. Permits are processed through the Building Department.
FL Statute 163.04 protects homeowners' rights to install solar panels and limits HOA restrictions on solar energy devices. HOAs in Pembroke Pines cannot prohibit solar panel installations on residential property. HOAs may establish reasonable aesthetic guidelines for placement but cannot effectively prohibit or make installation unreasonably expensive. State law provides strong protections for solar adopters.
Pembroke Pines offers bulk waste pickup twice monthly per residential unit. Collection is limited to 10 cubic yards per pickup. Bulk items must be placed curbside by 7 AM on the scheduled collection day, at least 3 feet from obstructions. Items include furniture, appliances, and large yard waste. Hazardous materials and electronics have separate disposal requirements.
Pembroke Pines trash carts must be stored in side or rear yards except during collection. Carts may be placed curbside from 6 PM the day before collection through 10 PM on collection day. Bins must be at least 3 feet from mailboxes, utility poles, trees, fire hydrants, and other obstructions. Waste Pro USA provides residential collection.
Pembroke Pines provides residential trash collection twice per week through Waste Pro USA. Carts must be placed curbside by collection time with lids closed. Material outside carts is not collected. Yard waste is collected on the same schedule as bulk waste (twice monthly). Collection schedules vary by neighborhood. The city website provides schedule lookup tools.
Pembroke Pines provides weekly curbside recycling collection through Waste Pro USA. Recyclables are placed in the designated blue cart. Accepted materials include paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, aluminum and steel cans, and glass. Contaminated recyclables may not be collected. Florida does not mandate individual residential recycling participation.
Broward County enforces a juvenile curfew ordinance that applies to unincorporated areas and is adopted by reference in Pembroke Pines. Minors under 18 are generally subject to curfew restrictions during late night hours on school nights. Parents or guardians may face penalties for allowing violations. Exceptions exist for employment, emergencies, and supervised activities.
Pembroke Pines parks are subject to curfew hours under Chapter 97 (Parks and Recreation). Parks are generally closed from dusk to dawn or as posted at individual park entrances. Section 97.14 addresses animals and behavior in parks. Remaining in a park after closing hours is a violation subject to trespass enforcement.
Commercial drone operation in Pembroke Pines is primarily governed by FAA regulations under 14 CFR Part 107. Operators must hold a Remote Pilot Certificate. FL Statute 934.50 prohibits drone surveillance of private property. The city does not have a separate local drone ordinance; Florida law preempts most local drone regulation under FL Statute 330.41.
Recreational drone flying in Pembroke Pines follows FAA recreational flyer rules and FL Statute 330.41 which preempts local regulation. Recreational pilots must pass the TRUST safety test, fly below 400 feet, maintain visual line of sight, and avoid restricted airspace near FLL airport. FL Statute 934.50 prohibits surveillance of private property.
Food truck operations in Pembroke Pines require compliance with Florida DBPR licensing, Broward County health permits, and applicable city business tax receipts. The city regulates mobile vendors through its business licensing provisions. Food trucks must have a Florida Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle License from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Broward County environmental health inspections are required.
Pembroke Pines does not designate specific public food truck vending zones. Mobile vendors operate primarily on private property with owner permission or at permitted special events. Food trucks at city events and festivals require event vendor permits. The Land Development Code zoning provisions determine where commercial vending is permitted.
Pembroke Pines does not have a specific dark sky ordinance. Outdoor lighting is regulated through the Land Development Code Chapter 155 development standards for commercial and multi-family properties. No residential dark sky requirements exist beyond general nuisance provisions. Light trespass creating a nuisance may be addressed through Code Compliance.
Pembroke Pines addresses light trespass through general nuisance provisions rather than specific light trespass regulations. Outdoor lighting that unreasonably disturbs neighbors may be cited as a nuisance. The Land Development Code contains lighting standards for commercial development. No specific lux or footcandle limits exist for residential light trespass.
Pembroke Pines regulates garage sale signage through the garage sale permit application under Section 120.05. Signs are permitted during the authorized sale period only. Sign placement rules are specified on the permit application. Signs must be removed immediately after the sale concludes. Unpermitted signs on public rights-of-way are prohibited.
Pembroke Pines does not have a specific ordinance restricting residential holiday displays. General property maintenance and safety standards apply. Holiday decorations must not create fire hazards or violate the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Electrical installations must be safe. Displays should not obstruct public sidewalks or rights-of-way. Most HOAs have separate holiday decoration policies.
Political signs in Pembroke Pines are protected by the First Amendment and FL Statute 106.1435, which limits local government restrictions on political signs. Signs on private property during election periods are generally permitted. Signs on public rights-of-way may be restricted. The Land Development Code contains general sign regulations that apply to temporary signs.
Pembroke Pines regulates soliciting through its business licensing provisions. Section 113.09 restricts right-of-way soliciting and canvassing on major roadways and within 200 feet of specified intersections. Door-to-door soliciting is regulated. Residents may post no-soliciting signs. Florida's two-party consent recording law (FL §934.03) applies to interactions with solicitors.
Pembroke Pines regulates commercial soliciting through its business licensing code. Right-of-way soliciting is prohibited on six major roadways under Section 113.09. Commercial door-to-door solicitors may need a city business license or solicitor permit. Religious and political canvassing is protected by the First Amendment. The city cannot require permits for protected speech activities.
Pre-1978 housing in Broward County is subject to federal EPA Renovation Repair and Painting Rule and HUD disclosure requirements. Contractors must be EPA RRP certified for lead-safe work practices.
Elevators in Broward County are inspected annually by the Florida Bureau of Elevator Safety, with certificates displayed in the cab. Post-Surfside reforms added shaft inspection focus.
Scaffolding in Broward County follows OSHA and Florida Building Code requirements. Sidewalk sheds, pedestrian protection, and permits are required for work adjacent to public right-of-way or over six feet in height.
Pest control in Broward County is regulated by FDACS. Licensed operators handle termites, rodents, and mosquitoes, with tent fumigations coordinated with the fire department.
Broward County HOAs set assessments through a budget adopted by the board with 14-day member notice. Condos face mandatory reserve funding under post-Surfside law.
Broward County HOAs routinely require architectural review committee approval before exterior changes including paint, roofing, fences, pools, and hurricane shutters.
Broward County HOAs follow Florida Chapter 720 for homeowner associations and Chapter 718 for condominiums. Boards must give 48-hour meeting notice and allow member attendance.
Broward County HOAs may levy fines up to 100 dollars per day capped at 1,000 dollars per violation, suspend use rights, and record liens. Fines over 1,000 dollars may be liened after fining committee approval.
Broward County HOA disputes must generally use pre-suit mediation under FL 720.311 before court filing. Condo election and recall disputes go to DBPR arbitration.
Roofing in Broward County HVHZ requires Miami-Dade NOA products, enhanced deck attachment, secondary water barrier, and hurricane strap tie-downs. 25 percent roof replacement triggers full code compliance.
Broward County enforces FEMA flood zone requirements with 1 ft freeboard above base flood elevation for residential and higher freeboard for critical facilities. Elevation certificates required from licensed surveyors.
Broward County is in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requiring Miami-Dade NOA shutters or impact-rated glazing on all openings in new construction. HOAs cannot unreasonably restrict them.
Sidewalk repair responsibility in Broward County generally falls to the adjacent property owner under municipal code, though the county or city typically handles sidewalks in public rights-of-way on arterial roads.
Broward County and its municipalities prohibit obstructing public sidewalks with vegetation, merchandise, signs, or vehicles, requiring a minimum 4-foot clear pedestrian path and ADA-compliant passage.
Generators in unincorporated Broward must stay at or below 55 dBA (L50) at a receiving residential property line under Section 27-235. Declared-emergency operation is exempt under Section 27-236.
HVAC condensers, mini-splits, and pool pumps in unincorporated Broward must stay at or below 55 dBA (L50) at the neighbor's property line at all times under Chapter 27, Section 27-235.
Bars and nightclubs in Broward must keep sound at or below 55 dBA (L50) at an adjacent residential property line at all times. Commercial-to-commercial limit is 65/75 dBA under Section 27-235.
Florida maintains one of the strictest invasive plant regulatory programs in the US. The Florida Noxious Weed List and FLEPPC Category I/II lists restrict many species. Broward County follows state rules and prohibits planting species like Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, and Australian pine.
Broward County does not have specific bamboo restriction ordinances. Florida law does not ban bamboo statewide. However, certain clumping bamboo species are sold at local nurseries, and running bamboo that encroaches on neighbors may be addressed as a nuisance.
Florida law (SB 82, effective 2019) prohibits local governments from banning vegetable gardens on residential property. Broward County residents can grow edible plants in their front yards. HOAs may regulate aesthetics but cannot ban food gardens.
Florida is a two-party (all-party) consent state for audio recording. All parties to a private oral communication must consent. Video recording in public is legal. Violations are a third-degree felony under Florida Statute §934.03.
Residential security cameras are legal in Broward County without a permit. Florida allows recording video in areas without a reasonable expectation of privacy. Florida is a two-party consent state for audio recording of private conversations.
Privacy fences in Broward County are generally allowed up to 6 feet in rear and side yards and 4 feet in front yards. Permits are required for fences in most unincorporated areas. Chain link fences must meet height restrictions.
Common violations in Broward County include unpermitted construction, overgrown vegetation, property maintenance failures, junk vehicles, improper waste disposal, and expired building permits. Most permits expire if work doesn't begin within 180 days.
Broward County Code Compliance handles violations in unincorporated areas at 954-357-9794. Complaints can be filed online through the county's Code Compliance portal or in person at 2300 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach. Within municipalities, each city has its own code enforcement.
Broward County Code Compliance responds to complaints based on severity. Health and safety hazards are prioritized for inspection within 24-48 hours. Routine violations are typically investigated within 5-10 business days with a 30-day compliance window.
Broward County generally requires building permits for sheds. Small accessory structures may be exempt if under a certain size threshold (typically 100 square feet), but Florida Building Code requirements apply. Sheds must meet wind-load requirements for hurricane zones.
Most fence installations in unincorporated Broward County require a building permit. Fences must comply with height limits (6 feet rear/side, 4 feet front) and may need to meet wind-load requirements in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone.
Decks and elevated patios in Broward County require building permits and must meet Florida Building Code wind-load requirements for the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. Ground-level patios at grade may not require a permit depending on size.
Most renovation work in Broward County requires a building permit due to Florida Building Code requirements and HVHZ standards. Structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and roofing work all require permits. Permits expire if work doesn't begin within 180 days.
Florida Statute 218.077 prohibits local governments from establishing a minimum wage other than the state or federal rate, preempting city and county living-wage ordinances except for direct local government employees.
Florida Statute 218.077 and 448.110 framework, combined with FS 125.01045 and 166.04151 limits, preempt local mandates requiring private employers to provide paid sick leave or other employment benefits beyond state law.
Florida Statute 509.032(7) and broader employment preemption framework prevent local governments from requiring private employers to follow predictive or fair-scheduling rules beyond state and federal law.
Florida allows permitless concealed carry of firearms by law-abiding adults under FS 790.01 and continues to issue concealed weapon licenses through FS 790.06, with both regimes preempting local concealed-carry restrictions.
Florida Statute 790.33 expressly preempts the entire field of firearm and ammunition regulation to the state, voiding all local ordinances and imposing personal civil penalties on local officials who knowingly enact or enforce conflicting rules.
Florida Statute 790.053 generally bans the open carry of firearms by individuals, with limited exceptions for hunting, fishing, camping, target shooting, and lawful self-defense, and preempts any local variance.
Florida Statute 790.25(5) allows any law-abiding person 18 or older to possess a concealed firearm in a private vehicle for self-defense, provided the firearm is securely encased or not readily accessible for immediate use, regardless of any concealed-carry license.
Florida Statute 448.095 requires every private employer with 25 or more employees to use the federal E-Verify system to confirm work authorization for new hires beginning July 1, 2023, with public agencies and contractors subject to broader requirements.
Senate Bill 168 (2019), codified at FS 908.103 and 908.104, prohibits sanctuary policies in Florida and requires every state and local law enforcement agency to use best efforts to support federal immigration enforcement and honor ICE detainer requests.
Florida Statutes 823.14 and 163.3162 restrict local governments from adopting zoning rules that inhibit established farms on agriculturally classified land, preserving agricultural uses against incompatible local regulation.
Florida Statute 823.14, the Florida Right to Farm Act, protects established bona fide farm operations from nuisance suits and local ordinances that would inhibit standard agricultural practices conducted in good faith.
Florida Statute 403.7033 preempts the regulation of disposable plastic bags by local governments, prohibiting cities and counties from enacting bans or fees on retailers pending a legislative review that has not occurred.
Florida Statute 500.90 preempts the regulation of polystyrene products by local governments, blocking cities and counties from banning expanded polystyrene foam food containers, cups, and similar items.
Florida Statute 403.7033 and related law impose a moratorium on enforcement of municipal plastic straw bans, requiring DEP study before any local prohibition can take effect, effectively preempting current ordinances.
Florida Statute 569.101 prohibits the sale or delivery of tobacco and nicotine products to persons under 21, aligning with federal law and applying uniformly statewide with local preemption under FS 386.2125.
Florida Statute 386.2125 preempts local regulation of nicotine products and dispensing devices, blocking cities and counties from banning flavored e-cigarettes, menthol, or other flavored tobacco at the retail level.
Florida Statute 386.2125 expressly preempts the regulation of nicotine products, nicotine dispensing devices, and vape retailing to the state, voiding most municipal ordinances on electronic cigarettes and vape shops.