How the Countywide Resilience Plan Is Reshaping Seawall Requirements Through 2070 In April 2023, parts of Fort Lauderdale received nearly 26 inches of rainfall in a single 12 hour window. Drainage systems were overwhelmed, the airport shut down for days, and direct damages across Broward County reached approximately $1.1 billion. A similar high intensity event […]

You’ve decided to build a dock, repair a seawall, or finally tackle that dredging project you’ve been putting off. Then someone tells you that you need a permit from the FDEP, and possibly from the Army Corps of Engineers too. Suddenly it feels less like a waterfront upgrade and more like a government maze. You’re […]

Exploring how senate bill 302 is changing the permitting process and unlocking grant funding statewide. On March 19th, Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 302 into law. It takes effect July 1st. And if you own waterfront property in Florida, this is something you need to understand before that date arrives, especially if you are planning […]

Building a dock in Florida involves more than design and construction. Before any structure extends into the water, property owners must comply with environmental regulations administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. These rules exist to protect marine ecosystems, maintain water quality, and ensure safe navigation throughout the state’s waterways. For homeowners and developers […]

Florida marine construction is unlike any other type of building work. Projects that involve docks, seawalls, boat lifts, shoreline stabilization, dredging, or over-water structures must comply with layered marine projects regulations at the local, state, and federal levels. Because coastal environments are environmentally sensitive and legally complex, even small oversights can cause significant delays. Many […]

Florida is well known for its natural beauty, especially the beauty that comes from our coastline. From clear waters and thriving seagrass beds to coral ecosystems and mangrove-lined shorelines, these environments are what make waterfront living in Florida so special. For property owners exploring private dock construction in Florida, it’s important to understand the requirements […]

For many people, the Florida Keys dream is simple. Walk out your back door. Step onto your dock. Get on your boat. In most parts of Florida, that dream is fairly straightforward to dock permit. In the Keys, it is not. The Florida Keys are protected as a National Marine Sanctuary. That single designation changes […]

Coastal construction in Florida offers a unique opportunity, but it also comes with complex approval procedures. Projects such as docks, seawalls, boat lifts, shoreline stabilization, and waterfront home improvements must follow strict environmental and structural rules. Multiple agencies review each proposal to protect marine ecosystems, public shoreline access, and property safety. Because of these layered […]

Before moving forward with a seawall project in Miami-Dade County, property owners and project teams should understand an important regulatory update that is now fully in effect as of December 1. On July 1, the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a comprehensive seawall reform ordinance introduced by Eileen Higgins. The purpose of this […]

Building a dock is an essential part of waterfront property ownership in Florida. The right design improves access, supports safe boating, and adds lasting usefulness to a home or commercial property. At the same time, these projects must follow local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations. Careful planning protects the shoreline, keeps the project on […]