Heritage trees in Broward County are designated by the Board of Commissioners and receive enhanced protections. Trunk diameter typically 24+ inches. Removal prohibited except extreme circumstances. Fines up to $5,000 per tree plus enhanced mitigation. Improper pruning also prohibited.
Heritage trees in the Hollywood FL area receive enhanced protections under Broward County's tree preservation program. Heritage designation requires meeting criteria including trunk diameter (typically 24+ inches for most species), age, and significance. Removal is prohibited except under extreme circumstances requiring special permits with enhanced mitigation. Broward County's general tree ordinance protects all native trees over 3 inches in diameter. Improper pruning (hat-racking, topping) is prohibited for all trees.
Unauthorized heritage tree removal: up to $5,000 per tree plus mandatory enhanced mitigation.
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood's noise ordinance governs construction noise. All construction must obtain appropriate building permits. Construction activity that violates noise ...
Hollywood, FL
Barking dogs that create unreasonably loud noise crossing property lines violate Hollywood's Noise Ordinance. Complaints must be signed affidavits by the com...
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood is near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). FAA rules preempt local aircraft noise regulation. The Broward County Aviation Depar...
Hollywood, FL
Hollywood's Noise Ordinance (effective May 1, 2021) defines Quiet Hours as 11 PM–6 AM. Noise is prohibited when it is plainly audible across a property line ...
Hollywood, FL
Some commercial vehicles (vans, pickup trucks) may be stored on residential property but must be screened from view. Special-purpose vehicles (race cars, swa...
Hollywood, FL
Boats and RVs must be parked on a hard, improved surface (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) in the side or rear yard where accessible, and screened from adjacent...
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