INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FLORAL PARK

GUIDELINES FOR APPLICANTS FOR
COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPER PERMIT
 

Please review the following list of guidelines applicable for permits to conduct commercial landscaping within the limits of the Village.  This list is provided to assist you in fulfilling certain New York State and Village requirements.  As the Village is concerned about the community and the environment, these requirements are of great importance.  In order for landscapers, the Village and its residents to adhere to environmentally sound practices and to work together cooperatively, we would appreciate your compliance with these guidelines.  
               

• Permit decal(s) must be displayed on the left front bumper of each vehicle and on the left rear bumper of any trailer.

• Commercial landscaper permits must be applied for on a yearly basis.

• Applicants must present proof of worker's compensation and disability coverage for all employees.

• Applicants must furnish proof of licensing by the Nassau County Department of Consumer Affairs.

• Applicants must furnish proof of New York State licensing registration to apply any pesticides or written confirmation that no such work will be performed in the Village.

• All yard waste MUST be removed by the landscaper.  Violators will be ticketed.   Applicants must present proof of the appropriate license or dumping permit indicating dump location and expiration date.

• Grass clippings, leaves, and all other landscaping debris MUST NOT be blown into and left on the public streets, nor on a neighbor's property.

• In an attempt to reduce yard waste and the need to dispose of grass clippings, landscapers are encouraged to mulch.  Several landscapers already have converted their grass mower blades to mulching blades.

• There shall be no spilling or dumping of oil, gasoline or other petroleum products, pesticides or other chemicals on the ground.  No equipment shall be fueled or filled except when placed over a drop cloth or similar device designed to contain any accidental spillage or overflow.

• No landscaper shall operate any equipment before 8:00 a.m. or after 7:00 p.m.  In addition, applicants are advised that the Village has adopted a noise ordinance, the violation of which will result in fines and penalties.

The Village has been pleased with the cooperative efforts shown by the commercial landscapers over the past few years.  Your work helps our homeowners maintain their properties and enhances the Village's residential district.  Thank you for reviewing these guidelines.