Port St. Lucie |
Code of Ordinances |
Title IV. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE |
Chapter 44. FLORIDA-FRIENDLY FERTILIZER USE |
§ 44.07. Application practices.
A.
Spreader deflector shields are required when fertilizing via rotary (broadcast) spreaders. Deflectors must be positioned such that fertilizer granules are deflected away from all impervious surfaces, fertilizer-free zones and water bodies, including wetlands.
B.
Fertilizer shall not be applied, spilled, or otherwise deposited on any impervious surface.
C.
Any fertilizer applied, spilled, or deposited, either intentionally or accidentally, on any impervious surface shall be immediately and completely removed to the greatest extent practicable.
D.
Fertilizer released on an impervious surface must be immediately contained and either legally applied to turf or any other legal site, or returned to the original or other appropriate container.
E.
In no case shall fertilizer be washed, swept, or blown off impervious surfaces into stormwater drains, ditches, conveyances, or water bodies.
(Ord. No. 14-10, § 1, 3-24-14)