§ 34-115. Fertilizer free zones.  


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  • Fertilizer shall not be applied within ten feet, or three feet if a deflector shield or drop spreader is used, of any pond, stream, water course, lake, canal, or wetland as defined by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (Chapter 62-340, Florida Administrative Code) or from the top of a seawall or lake bulkhead. Newly planted turf and/or landscape plants may be fertilized in this zone only for a 60-day establishment period beginning 30 days after planting, if needed to allow the plants to become established. Caution shall be used to prevent direct application of fertilizer into the water.

(Ord. No. 4432-12, § 1, 8-20-2012)