Grading in West Palm Beach must direct stormwater away from neighboring properties and toward approved retention or city storm system. A grading and drainage plan is required for all new construction and additions over 500 sq ft.
Lot grading must comply with FBC 1804 and city engineering standards. Positive drainage of 5 percent slope for first 10 feet around foundation required. No fill may be placed in flood zones without compensating storage. Retention swales or dry wells often required to handle the 25-year storm event. Plans certified by FL-licensed engineer for sites over half-acre.
Improper grading causing flooding to neighbors: civil liability plus code enforcement. Unpermitted fill: removal order plus 1,000 dollar fine.
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