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Volusia County, FL Environmental Rules: Coastal Development (2026)

Heavy Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

CCCL Authority
F.S. §161.053
Turtle Lighting
May 1-Oct 31
Beach Driving
Permit required
Volusia Code
Ch. 72 Art. XII
Coastline
47 miles

Summary

Volusia County's 47 miles of Atlantic coast are governed by the FDEP Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) per F.S. §161.053. Sea turtle lighting ordinance enforces F.S. §161.163. Beach driving permits required in designated zones. Dune protection strictly enforced.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Volusia County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

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 us a call at 850-245-8570 or contact us via email . Get More Information or Help with CCCL Issues LOCATE the CCCL and other geographic information ASK and get answers to your coastal construction related questions APPLY and receive assistance with the CCCL application process CCCL Permit Managers CCCL Field Inspectors The Florida Hurricane Restoration Reimbursement Grant Program 62B-33 F.A.C. Rulemaking The Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) Program is an essential element of Florida's coastal management program, protecting Florida's beaches and dunes while ensuring reasonable use of private property. Recognizing the value of the state’s beaches, the Florida Legislature initiated the CCCL Program to protect the coastal system from improperly sited and designed structures that can destabilize or destroy the beach and dune system. Once destabilized, these valuable coastal resources are lost, as are important recreation, upland property protection and environmental habitat values. Adoption of a CCCL establishes an area of jurisdiction in which special siting and design criteria are applied for construction and related activities. These standards may be more stringent than those already applied in the rest of the coastal building zone because of the greater forces expected to occur in the more seaward beach zone during a storm event.

Source: FDEP CCCLView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.

Full Breakdown

Coastal development in Volusia County (Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Ponce Inlet, Daytona Beach Shores) is governed by the FDEP Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) established under F.S. §161.053. Any construction seaward of the CCCL requires an FDEP CCCL permit in addition to local approvals. Volusia County Code Ch. 72 Article XII enforces F.S. §161.163 sea turtle lighting standards during nesting season (May 1-Oct 31): lights visible from the beach must be shielded, low-wattage, long-wavelength (amber/red LED), or turned off. Dune walkovers required for beachfront properties to prevent vegetation damage. Beach driving permits required in designated zones ($25 annual for residents, $20 daily for non-residents in 2024). Seawalls and armoring face strict FDEP review. Ponce Inlet and Daytona Beach Shores have additional local turtle lighting rules.

Violations & Fines

Construction seaward of CCCL without permit: FDEP fines up to $10,000/day plus removal order under F.S. §161.054. Sea turtle lighting violations: county fines $50-$500 per night, federal Endangered Species Act liability up to $50,000. Dune damage: restoration required plus penalties. Unpermitted seawall: removal ordered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have porch lights on during turtle nesting season?
Only if they are fully shielded from the beach, low-wattage, and use amber/red long-wavelength LEDs (560nm+). White porch lights visible from the beach violate F.S. §161.163 May 1 through October 31.
Do I need a permit to drive on Volusia beaches?
Yes. Beach driving is permitted only in designated zones with a valid Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue pass. Annual resident passes are about $25, daily non-resident passes about $20 (2024 rates).

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