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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
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