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Embracing Non-Lawns05-25-12 | News

Embracing Non-Lawns




In light of droughts and fertilizer run-off concerns, Belleair Beach, Florida, the normally lawn conformity centric community is now embracing ?EUR??,,????'?????<
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The city council passed a law letting residents replace their grass landscaping with rocks, pebbles and other Florida-friendly materials.

The council members believe Florida-friendly yards can be attractive if well maintained.

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Passage of the ordinance means that a growing number of nonconforming properties in the city will now be legal.

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Resource: www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/yards

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