Navigating Florida’s Environmental Resource Permit Program
In the state of Florida, authorizations are required for various activities such as construction or abandonment of wells, large volume water usage, development, stormwater management, and wastewater discharges.
The Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) Program plays a crucial role in regulating alterations to surface water flows, including activities generating stormwater runoff and dredging/filling in wetlands and other surface waters.
Notably, the Water Management Districts (WMDs) oversee residential/commercial developments, roadway construction, and agriculture, while the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) manages a spectrum from power plants to single-family home projects.
Understanding these regulations is key for compliance and sustainable environmental practices.
