5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Brevard County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Brevard County enforces stormwater management under Code Ch. 62 and St. Johns River WMD rules. Indian River Lagoon basin has enhanced nutrient load reduction requirements. Fertilizer blackout June-September.
Brevard County requires erosion and sediment controls on all land-disturbing activities over 1 acre or in sensitive areas. Silt fences, stabilized entrances, and turbidity curtains near lagoon/river required. SJRWMD ERP for larger sites.
Florida DEP — NPDES Stormwater Program
The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Program regulates point source discharges from three potential sources: Construction Activities Industrial Activities Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Stormwater runoff is generated from rain events that flow over land or impervious surfaces, such as paved streets, parking lots and building rooftops, and does not...
Brevard County coastal development east of the FL DEP Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) requires state permits under FL §161.053. Sea turtle lighting ordinance applies May 1-Oct 31. Dune protection and 30-year erosion setback enforced.
Florida DEP — Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) Program; Rule 62B-33 F.A.C.
The Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) Program regulates structures and activities that can cause beach erosion, destabilize dunes, damage upland properties or interfere with public access. CCCL permits also protect sea turtles and dune plants. The following are topics to help guide CCCL permit applicants and educate the public on the coastal construction permit program. You can also give...
Brevard County Article XI of the Land Development Regulations governs floodplain damage prevention. The county participates in NFIP with a CRS rating providing reduced insurance premiums. FEMA FIRM maps activated March 17, 2014. Flooding sources include the Atlantic Ocean, St. Johns River, and Indian River Lagoon.
Brevard County requires grading permits for excavation/fill over 50 cubic yards or in flood zones. Drainage cannot redirect water onto neighbors. Flat Florida topography makes drainage design critical. SJRWMD ERP for larger sites.
4 cities in Brevard County have their own environmental rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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