Plant and Animal Protection
Protecting Pinellas County’s environment includes providing a safe habitat for the plants and animals that live there.
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Environmental Management Division
Environmental Management, a division of Public Works, is responsible for monitoring and protecting Pinellas County's environmental resources. This division conducts proactive monitoring, responds to citizen inquiries and manages various projects and permits for the protection of our natural and built environmental resources.
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Homeowner Guidelines for Trimming Mangroves
Mangroves are tropical trees that grow in calm intertidal areas where temperatures do not usually drop below freezing for prolonged periods. They provide......
Guía para la Poda de Manglares del Condado Pinellas
Los mangles son árboles tropicales que crecen en zonas interiores tranquilas en las que las temperaturas no suelen descender por debajo del......
How to Obtain an Invasive Aquatic Plant Removal Permit
Being prepared will make the application process for a permit to remove an invasive aquatic plant much easier. Please be sure the......
Manatees
Pinellas County recognizes the importance of manatee protection and has policies in place to protect seagrass beds and other habitats for endangered......
Mangroves
Mangroves are protected by the State’s Mangrove Trimming and Preservation Act and cannot be trimmed unless you qualify for an exemption or......
Sea Turtle Protection
All seven species of sea turtles are either endangered or threatened. The loggerhead is the most common sea turtle found in Pinellas......
Habitat Permit & Environmental Compliance
Trees and native vegetation provide beneficial public resources. It’s crucial to protect our natural ecosystem by maintaining adequate tree numbers, replanting vegetation,......