Native Landscapes

Landscapers

Address: 4100 Evans Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Website: nativelandscapes.com/
Service area: Fort Myers
Phone: (239) 332-1505

About

Native Landscapes is a landscape architecture and environmental planning firm with an office in Fort Myers. The firm was founded by Robert E. Marini, Landscape Architect, in 1989 and provides services including park design, streetscape design, site planning, residential design, historic restoration, wetlands delineation and restoration, landscape code plans, and mangrove trimming.

The Fort Myers office draws on expertise in landscape architecture and environmental science to serve projects across Florida. You can reach the firm at (239) 332-1505.

Services

Park design
Streetscape design
Site planning
Residential design
Historic restoration
Wetlands delineation and restoration
Landscape code plans
Mangrove trimming

Service Area

Serving Fort Myers.

Hiring a Landscaper in Fort Myers, Florida

In Florida, landscape contractors may need to be licensed depending on the scope of work. The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board oversees contractor licensing. You can verify whether a contractor holds a license and check its status through the state's license search portal at myfloridalicense.com.

Before you hire, ask whether the contractor holds a Florida construction license for the specific work you need. Different license types exist—some contractors are certified statewide, others are registered only in specific jurisdictions. The state's online search tool lets you look up any contractor by name or license number to confirm their credentials and check for any disciplinary history.

For landscape work in Fort Myers, ask your contractor whether permits are required for your project and which building codes apply. The Florida Building Code governs many construction and site-improvement projects. Your contractor should be able to explain what permits and inspections your job will need.

How do I check if a Florida landscape contractor is licensed?

Visit the Florida DBPR license search at myfloridalicense.com. You can search by the contractor's name or license number to verify their status and view any disciplinary records. [1, 2]

Does a landscape contractor in Fort Myers need a state license?

It depends on the scope of work. Florida's Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses contractors whose job scope matches specific definitions. Ask your contractor whether their work requires a license—some tasks may not, while others do. [1]

What is the difference between a certified and registered contractor in Florida?

A certified contractor holds a statewide certificate and can work anywhere in Florida. A registered contractor has met requirements for a specific jurisdiction and may only work in that area. Check which type your contractor holds. [1]

Will my landscaping project need a permit in Fort Myers?

Permit requirements vary by project type and location. Ask your contractor whether a permit is needed before work begins. The Florida Building Code and local rules govern what requires permits and inspection. [1, 3, 4]