Charlotte County's Fertilizer Ordinance ...
Lawns Green and Waterways Clean



On March 18, 2008, Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners approved Ordinance No. 2008-028 regulating the use of fertilizers containing nitrogen and/or phosphorous on Charlotte County lawns.  It establishes Best Management Practices (BMP’s) for both residential and commercial turf fertilizer application.  The ordinance will enable Charlotte County to protect our water resources from nutrient pollution, while enabling residents to maintain beautiful and healthy lawns. 

The new ordinance requires fertilizer contain at least 50% slow-release
nitrogen.  For a full list of the ordinance’s stipulations, download the
official ordinance brochure.

All commercial fertilizer applicators MUST receive
training and certification in Best Management Practices
from Charlotte County Extension Service. 

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