Home Improvement Contractors Which Provide Turf or Lawn Services:
Fertilizer cannot be applied between December 1 and April 1, when the ground is frozen and more likely to produce runoff [effective July 3, 2009].
Fertilizer cannot be applied on impervious surfaces such as driveways, parking lots, roadways or sidewalks [effective July 3, 2009].
Fertilizer cannot be applied to lawn areas that are within 20 feet of any surface water, unless a natural vegetative suffer at least 10 feet wide separates the lawn area and the surface water [effective July 3, 2009].
Fertilizer containing phosphorous cannot be applied to lawn areas unless soil tests confirm the need for additional phosphorous application [effective Jan. 1, 2011].
Fertilizer containing phosphorous can be applied to newly established turf or lawn areas during their first growing season, when more nutrients are needed for the grass to take root.
Fertilizer can be applied to vegetable and flower gardens, trees and shrubs.
Must complete approved turf management course and submit proof of completion when applying for or renewing home improvement license. The course will developed and provided in cooperation with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Westchester County, 26 Legion Drive, Valhalla, NY 10595, (914) 285-4640, [effective Nov. 1, 2009]. (Check back for more information on course content and times)
Septic Reimbursement 
