Chapter 40D-24, F.A.C., sets forth an incentive program adopted in 1992 that encouraged local governments within the District to adopt ordinances to promote xeriscape landscaping, or landscaping practices that conserves water and protects the environment by using site appropriate plants, efficient watering, proper planning and design and proper maintenance. These practices are now generally regarded as “Florida-friendly” landscape principles. Effective July 1, 2009, the Florida Legislature enacted Chapter 2009-243, Laws of Florida, which sets forth the principles of Florida-friendly Landscaping. ™ The legislation requires water management districts to implement an incentive program to encourage local governments to adopt landscape ordinances that promote water conservation and includes criteria for participation in such programs as well as specific landscaping principles to be promoted. This renders the District’s Chapter 40D-24, F.A.C, as redundant and unnecessary.