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Environmental Rules in Hernando County, FL (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Hernando County, Florida.

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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Hernando County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Stormwater Management

Building or altering a stormwater system in Hernando County requires an Environmental Resource Permit. Under Fla. Stat. §373.413, the Southwest Florida Water Management District permits systems so runoff does not harm the district's springs, aquifer, and Gulf waters.

Hernando County Stormwater Management Rules

Some Restrictions

Fla. Stat. § 373.413(1)

Except for the exemptions set forth herein, the governing board or the department may require such permits and impose such reasonable conditions as are necessary to assure that the construction or alteration of any stormwater management system, dam, impoundment, reservoir, appurtenant work, or works will comply with the provisions of this part and applicable rules promulgated thereto and will n...

Erosion Control

Erosion and sediment control in Hernando County runs through the Environmental Resource Permit. Under Fla. Stat. §373.413, clearing and construction that alters a stormwater system must control sediment so it does not harm the district's springs and coastal waters.

Hernando County Erosion Control Requirements

Some Restrictions

Fla. Stat. § 373.413(1)

Except for the exemptions set forth herein, the governing board or the department may require such permits and impose such reasonable conditions as are necessary to assure that the construction or alteration of any stormwater management system, dam, impoundment, reservoir, appurtenant work, or works will comply with the provisions of this part and applicable rules promulgated thereto and will n...

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