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- Advocacy for your right to make a living
- Actively involved in legislative and regulatory developments that may affect landscaping businesses.
- Association member of the Connecticut Environmental Council
- Protection against potential financial losses due to fines or legal action.
- Receive help getting your concerns heard by lawmakers
Wondering Why This Matters?
Landscape contractors may face the possibility of having their business negatively impacted by certain laws. Federal, state and local governments have passed and proposed laws that can hinder landscapers in various ways. For example, federal environmental regulations affect how landscapers design and maintain landscapes. Other laws put restrictions on how landscapers can work and what methods they can use. In some cases, local ordinances may limit the hours and types of equipment that can be used in landscape maintenance. Communities may also restrict which materials may be used in landscapes due to concerns from pedestrians or neighbors.
In addition to these restrictions, Connecticut imposes licensing and registration requirements for landscapers who wish to operate within their borders. Pesticide and arborist licensing involves passing an exam related to best management practices and design practices, and paying a fee for a license or permit. Connecticut also requires periodic continuing education courses for landscape professionals in order to keep their licenses valid. These laws are designed to insure professional and competent work, and they can have a significant impact on business operations if not complied with properly. Landscapers must carefully research any legal requirements before taking on a project so they do not inadvertently break any laws or expose themselves to liability issues down the road.
The Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association is an Association Member of CTEC, or the Connecticut Environmental Council. CTEC retains Capitol Consulting as our industry lobbyist. CTEC and Capitol Consulting handle legislative needs at a state level. CGKA is also supportive of the National Association of Landscape Professionals. NALP advocates for the interests of landscape professionals at an Federal level. Together, we are all actively involved in legislative and regulatory developments that may affect landscaping businesses and provide resources for our members to stay up-to-date on relevant laws.
By taking proactive steps to understand legal requirements, landscapers can ensure their business operations run smoothly and remain compliant with applicable regulations. Understanding and adhering to these laws will help protect against potential financial losses due to fines or legal action as well as provide peace of mind when it comes to providing quality services to customers.
Stay Updated on Landscaping Contractor Laws in CT
We Can Help You!
- Register with the Department of Consumer Protection before operating.
- Provide customers with a written contract outlining terms and conditions, as well as fees and charges.
- Advocate on legal issues that affect the landscaping industry.
- Understand and comply with all relevant local, state, and Federal pesticide laws.
The Connecticut Grounds Keepers Association (CGKA) is dedicated to helping its members stay updated on laws that pertain to landscape contractors in CT. As legal issues can affect the landscaping industry, CGKA advocates for its members and provides up-to-date resources and information to help them stay informed about laws that may impact their businesses. Our association also works closely with our lobbying efforts to review legislative developments and voice concerns of landscape professionals throughout Connecticut.
Understanding and complying with all relevant local, state, and federal laws is essential for a successful and compliant business, and CGKA is committed to providing its members with the necessary resources and support to remain informed and successful. If members have any questions or concerns regarding landscape contractor laws in CT, CGKA is happy to provide additional information and resources to help them understand how these laws may affect their business.
If you have any questions or concerns about the landscaping contractor laws in CT, please do not hesitate to contact us.