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Pinellas County Tree Permitting and Landscaping Ordinance Update

Original title: Case No. LDR-25-02 (Second Public Hearing) An ordinance of Pinellas County, Florida providing for the amendment of the Pinellas County Land Development Code, Chapter 138 - Zoning and Chapter 166 - Environmental and Natural Resource Protection to more effectively regulate the county’s tree permitting process, and revise tree replant and landscaping requirements for residential and commercial properties. (Companion to items No. 5 and 6)

Record date · January 20, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Pinellas County has passed an ordinance amending the to update processes and replanting requirements for both residential and commercial properties. This change affects how property owners manage tree removal and landscaping obligations under Chapters 138 and 166 of the county code.

Why it matters

Property owners and developers in Pinellas County must now comply with revised standards for tree removal permits and mandatory replanting requirements on their land.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Residential property owners

Property owners must adhere to new tree permitting and replanting standards when modifying their landscaping.

Directly affected

Commercial property owners

Commercial entities must comply with updated tree and landscaping regulations as part of their land development obligations.

Key Facts

The ordinance amends Chapter 138 (Zoning) and Chapter 166 (Environmental and Natural Resource Protection) of the Pinellas County Land Development Code.
The ordinance establishes new regulations for the county's tree permitting process.
The ordinance revises requirements for tree replanting on residential and commercial properties.
The ordinance revises landscaping requirements for residential and commercial properties.

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This ordinance is a companion to items No. 5 and 6 on the Board of County Commissioners agenda.
The ordinance was introduced on December 22, 2025.
The ordinance has officially passed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this change how I remove trees on my property?

Yes, the ordinance amends the process, which governs how property owners obtain permission to remove trees.

Are there new rules for landscaping?

Yes, the ordinance revises landscaping and tree replanting requirements for both residential and commercial properties.

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Coordinated Regulatory Update

The ordinance is part of a larger legislative package, being a companion to items 5 and 6, suggesting a broader overhaul of county land use policy.

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