Policy Database
Local Policy
New Port Richey,
Florida
Establishing standards for community gardens, including explicit allowance for community gardens in all zones
New Port Richey, Fla., Code § 21.01.00 -.10
Last Visited 4/2/26
Policy Summary
These provision set standards for community gardens and expressly allows community gardens in all zoning districts, including as a principal use for vacant lots. They require community gardens to be registered annually. Community gardens may only grow plants or produce. The regulations do not allow surplus produce/items to be sold wholesale or on-site, except through an otherwise permitted garage sale.
State
Florida
Jurisdiction Name
New Port Richey
Jurisdiction Type
city
Population Size
5k-50k
Legal Strategies
- Expressly allows something
- Requires something and sets standards
Food System Topics
- Food Access
- Urban Agriculture
- Zoning, Planning & Land Use