Coastal Regulation
Florida has over 1,200 miles of coast line, much of which is subject to a special regulatory program to control the siting and construction of coastal structures in order to protect beaches from erosion and maximize the survival of structures during storms. All development seaward of a coastal construction control line must undergo this separate coastal review above and beyond all of the normal environmental permits required by local, state, and federal governments. This is true whether the development is a Tiki hut on the beach, a seawall, a high rise condominium, or the renourishment of an eroded beach.
Our lawyers have decades of experience in determining when and what type of coastal permitting is required for particular activities, and in negotiating and securing these approvals for private property owners, developers, utilities and governmental entities. This experience includes regular appearances before the Governor and Cabinet to secure such approvals. Over the years, our firm's experience in this area has resulted in the issuance of all types of proprietary authorizations in a cost-effective and timely manner.
Practicing Attorneys: Richard S. Brightman, David W. Childs, Miguel Collazo III, D. Kent Safriet.