HB 3147 - DIGEST

Declares except as provided in this act, after January 1, 2010, a person may not apply to turf a fertilizer containing the plant nutrient phosphorus.

Declares a person may not apply a fertilizer to an impervious surface. Fertilizer released on an impervious surface must be immediately contained and either legally applied to turf or any other legal site or returned to the original or other appropriate container.

Allows a city or county to adopt an ordinance providing for enforcement of the requirements of this act. A city or county adopting an ordinance has jurisdiction concurrent with the department to enforce this section.

Requires the department to produce consumer information on the application restrictions under this act, and on recommended best practices for turf fertilizer and other residential landscaping uses.