But the law explicitly prohibits cities and HOAs from creating new rules to prevent residents from enjoying fireworks holidays. Florida allows fireworks that are held by hand or ground and do not explode, according to the American Pyrotechnics Association. Permitted fireworks must not contain more than 100 grams of the chemical compound that creates sparks when burned, the association said. Sometimes fireworks go off with a delayed start. You could get hurt if a firecracker explodes while you`re trying to light it again. Delayed starts can also cause fires if the tip is pointed at your home, a tree, or something else. Parking on the visitors` beach (with parking meter) Locations include:  Seagate Drive Beach Access  Horizon Way*  Vedado Way*  Via Miramar*  Lowdermilk Park*  8th Avenue North  5th Avenue South*  8th Avenue South *  Broad Avenue South – 100 block  Broad Avenue South – 200 block  Pier / 12th Avenue South* HR  13th Avenue South  13th Avenue South – 100 block  14th Avenue South * Beach Shower Location HR – Disabled Ramp Parking Tickets Fines for parking tickets cost $77. The parking ticket increases to $102 after 10 days of non-payment. Disabled parking offences are $252. Disabled access The city of Naples offers disabled access to the beach at the places listed below. Lowdermilk Park offers beach wheelchairs on a first-come, first-served basis.  17th Avenue South, 4th Avenue South, 6th Avenue North, 8th Avenue South, Horizon Way, Lowdermilk Park, Naples Pier, Vedado Way, Via Miramar, City Pier Beach Parking with disabled socket According to Florida Law 316.1964, any holder of a disability card can park in any seat without payment.

The only requirement is that the licence holder is driving or being transported. A disability card does NOT allow parking in a bus charging area, fire zone, walkways for disabled, designated no-parking areas, or parking spaces beyond the specified time limit. In addition, parking is not allowed in paid beach car parks between 11pm and 5am. Access to 4th Avenue South Beach is specifically reserved for disabled parking. An officer will monitor this area starting at 4 p.m. to ensure that only people with disability signs have access. This route will also be on a first-come, first-served basis. Disabled parking and fireworks Part of Naples Pier will be open to people with disabilities who need mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, walking sticks, etc.). These people may be accompanied by someone for assistance. If you are looking for disabled parking spaces, please arrive early. Parking spaces are not reserved and are only available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Visitors with reduced mobility can be dropped off at the intersection of 12th Avenue South and Gulf Shore Boulevard South while their driver, attendant, etc. searches for a parking space. Toilets/port-o-lets/facilities for disabled  Full service toilets are available at Naples Pier and Lowdermilk Park.  Port-o-Lets disabled access will be available at 4th Avenue South and Naples Pier.  Port-o-Lets will be available at the following beach ends: Central Avenue, 1st Avenue South, 3rd Avenue South, 5th Avenue South, 6th Avenue South, 7th Avenue South, 9th Avenue South, 10th Avenue South, 11th Avenue South, Broad Avenue South, 13th Avenue South, 14th Avenue South, 16th Avenue South, 17th Avenue South and 18th Avenue South Members of the Naples Police Department and the Naples Fire Department will be stationed at the scene. on the northeast side of the intersection of 5th Ave. South and 9th Street South. The command post is parked at this intersection and is manned by officers, detectives and sergeants from 21:00 to 23:00. Participants looking for first aid, help finding friends or family members, lost children, etc. can find many first responders at the foot of the Naples pier. Prohibited items/behaviors  Fireworks of any kind, including candles and sky lanterns, are prohibited on city beaches and anywhere west of Gulf Shore Boulevard.

Offences are seized and fined $115.  Don`t throw away garbage! If you are about to leave the beach and pick up your belongings, please do not leave your garbage behind. There are several garbage disposal containers at each beach entrance.  Do not have a drink at the beach. The beaches of Naples do not allow glass containers. The fine for this offence is $115.  No animals (service animals are excluded), bicycles, motorized vehicles or scooters are allowed on city beaches.  Alcoholic beverages are allowed as long as they are not in a glass container. No drinks on the beaches or peir are allowed.

Miscellaneous Here are some things to make sure your evening is fun and safe:  Keep valuables invisible in your car.  Have a plan with your children in case your family is separated.  Use discretion when allowing your “beach neighbors” to watch your belongings if you decide to go for a walk or swim.  Leave your fireworks and sky lanterns at home. In April 2020, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing Florida residents to legally use fireworks, but only three days a year: New Year`s Day, July Fourth and New Year`s Eve.