Have an easy breezy, trouble-free visit by knowing the rules! Here are some resources to help you understand local and state guidelines or permitting for a variety of activities.
ALCOHOL
Venice, Florida- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 6- Alcoholic Beverages
FISHING
For fishing, Florida residents and out-of-state visitors are required to have a fishing license. If you take a charter, licenses are provided. Check myfwc.com for regulation information on bag limits, size regulations and season restrictions if you intend to keep fish.
Recreational Saltwater Licenses & Permits
Saltwater Recreational Regulations
Recreational Freshwater Licenses & Permits
Freshwater Fishing Regulations
How to order your license from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
888-FISH-FLORIDA (888-347-4356)
City of Venice Fishing Pier
Venice, Florida- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article III, Sec. 46-64
No fishing license is required on the Pier. According to the City of Venice, “In November 2019, the Venice City Council banned the use of gear associated with shark fishing while on the Pier, as well as limiting anglers to only one fishing line in the water at a time. The new ordinance also calls for the posting of markers prohibiting swimming within 150 feet of the Pier, and designates the remainder of Brohard Beach and Venice Beach as swimmer-first locations. It also prohibits bicycling, skating, rollerblading and skateboarding on the Pier.”
Other Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Licenses and Permits
myfwc.com/license
BOATING
Boating Regulations
Boater Education
Life Jackets
MARINE ACTIVITIES
Fishing, swimming; skin and scuba diving; boats and boating; marine parks:
Venice, Florida- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article IV
BIKING
Florida Bicycle Regulations (Florida State Statute Section 316.2065)
In Downtown Venice, bicycles must be walked on the following sidewalks: W Venice Ave., Tampa Ave., and Miami Ave. W from S. Tamiami Trail/41 to Harbor Dr., as well as Nokomis Ave. and Nassau St. from Tampa Ave. to Miami Ave.
City of Venice cycling information
CAMPING AND STORAGE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY ON PUBLIC PROPERTY
Venice, Florida- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article V
DOGS/PETS/ANIMALS
Dog Parks and Dog Friendly Parks in Sarasota County
Brohard Paw Park dog beach in Venice
City of Venice parks allowing leashed dogs: Pinebrook Park walking trail only, Maxine Barritt Park paved walking path only, Humphris Park parking area only (not allowed on beach or on South Jetty walkway)
Sarasota County Code Enforcement: “Pets are prohibited from making objectionable noises for any length of time. Dogs and cats must remain within the owner’s property, either fenced in or on a leash.”
Venice, Florida- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 10- Animals
PARKS & BEACHES
General rules and regulations for all parks, beaches and recreational areas:
Venice, Florida- Code of Ordinances, Chapter 46, Article III- Conduct in Parks