Published on: 23151201. The Department proposes to create Chapter 62-331, F.A.C., to implement the State 404 Program by including requirements of federal law that are not already addressed in existing state regulations for dredge and fill permitting. The creation of this rule includes a State 404 Program Handbook as well as new forms to be incorporated by reference. The proposed rule creation also includes definitions, procedures for review and agency action on exemption requests, processes for Individual Permits, public notice requirements, procedures regarding mitigation banking, and procedures and descriptions for General Permits created to correspond to the federal Nationwide Permits as granted by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. This rule will have a delayed effective date. The effective date of the rule will be the effective date of assumption, which is the date identified by EPA as published in the Federal Register. Copies of the proposed rules, agendas, and previously recorded webinars are available online at: https://floridadep.gov/water/water/content/water-resource-management-rules-development#erp.; April 24, 2020, 9:00 am and April 27, 2020, 9:00 am. Additionally, the comment period is extended until midnight on April 30, 2020.; Telephone.
Published on: 23069527. The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) has proposed to amend Chapter 62-330, F.A.C., Environmental Resource Permitting. These amendments streamline and clarify language for regulated entities that would require a State 404 Program Permit after assumption of the State 404 Program. Amendments include incorporating updated version of water management district handbooks, revising incorporated forms to include a State 404 Program Permit section, incorporating a new form, and clarifying that applicants may waive Environmental Resource Permit timelines so that Agency actions can be issued concurrently. Amendments to Applicant’s Handbook Volume I include updating form titles, clarifying the process for the landward delineation of wetlands, adding unincorporated appendices for use when delineating the landward extent of wetlands, and providing for the use of state or local authorizations for construction activities in right of ways as evidence of real property interest.; April 2, 2020, 9:00 am; April 6, 2020, 9:00 am; April 10, 2020, 9:00 am; THIS NOTICE SUPERCEDES THE PREVIOUS NOTICE PUBLISHED ON MARCH 11, 2020. Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, the Department will hold the hearing by webinar only. Three webinars will be held to allow maximum public participation. Parties can register to attend the webinar via their personal computers with audio by telephone (regular long distance telephone charges will apply) or by speakers connected to their computer (no telephone charges will apply). Parties may register for the webinar(s) at the following links:
April 2, 2020 - https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1772606663095311884;
April 6, 2020 - https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8648322363657568268; or
April 10, 2020 - https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6306465950587781388.
The public comment period is extended until midnight on April 17, 2020. Public comments and any pertinent materials may be submitted until the end of the comment period as follows: by email to Heather.Mason@FloridaDEP.gov; during the webinars by voice or in writing by typing into the chat box; or by mail to FDEP, attn: Heather Mason; 2600 Blair Stone Rd, Mail Station 2500, Tallahassee, FL 32399.
Published on: 23025295. The Department proposes to create Chapter 62-331, F.A.C., to implement the State 404 Program by including requirements of federal law that are not already addressed in existing state regulations for dredge and fill permitting. The creation of this rule includes a State 404 Program Handbook as well as new forms to be incorporated by reference. The proposed rule creation also includes definitions, procedures for review and agency action on exemption requests, processes for Individual Permits, public notice requirements, procedures regarding mitigation banking, and procedures and descriptions for General Permits created to correspond to the federal Nationwide Permits as granted by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. This rule will have a delayed effective date. The effective date of the rule will be the effective date of assumption, which is the date identified by EPA as published in the Federal Register.; April 2, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
; This hearing will be held in person and broadcast via webinar. Parties can register to attend the webinar via their personal computers with audio by telephone (regular long distance telephone charges will apply) or by speakers connected to their computer (no telephone charges will apply). Webinar registration is via https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1772606663095311884. Alternatively, persons may attend in person at the following location where staff will be present to accept comments: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Bob Martinez Building, Room 609, 2600 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, FL 32399.
Published on: 22931787. Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (404) provides states the option of assuming administration of the federal dredge and fill permit program in certain waters. By obtaining 404 assumption, Florida will be able to provide a streamlined permitting procedure where an applicant will come to the state to obtain both the Environmental Resource Permitting and 404 authorizations. This will advance the objectives of the federal Clean Water Act and the environmental laws of the State of Florida, while also avoiding duplication and overlap of federal and state requirements, providing greater certainty to the regulated community and other stakeholders, conserving governmental resources, and affording the State of Florida greater stewardship responsibilities over natural resources within Florida while also complying with federal law.
Published on: 21683882. Intent, Purpose, and Implementation, Regulated Activities, Definitions, Procedures for Review and Agency Action on Exemption Requests, Individual Permits, Application for an Individual Permit, Processing of Individual Permit Applications, Additional Conditions for Issuance of State 404 Program Individual Permits, General Conditions for State 404 Program Individual Permits, Public Notice, Water Quality and Coastal Zone Consistency Review, Modification, Suspension, or Revocation of Permits, Duration of Permits, Transfer of Permit Upon Change in Ownership or Control, Emergency Authorizations, Fees, Mitigation, Mitigation Banks, Use of Formal Determinations, Policy and Purpose of General Permits, Conditions for State 404 Program General Permits, General Permit for Maintenance or Removal, General Permit for Fish and Wildlife Harvesting, Enhancement, and Attraction Devices, General Permit for Scientific Measurement Devices, General Permit for Survey Activities, General Permit for Outfall and Intake Structures, General Permit for Utility Line Activities, General Permit for Bank Stabilization, General Permit for Linear Transportation Projects, General Permit for Return Water from Upland Contained Disposal Areas, General Permit for Hydropower Projects, General Permit for Minor Activities, General Permit for Response Operations for Oil or Hazardous Substances, General Permit for Removal of Vessels, General Permit for Structural Activities, General Permit for Aquatic Habitat Restoration, Enhancement, and Creation Activities, General Permit for Residential Developments, General Permit for Moist Soil Management for Wildlife, General Permit for Maintenance of Existing Flood Control Facilities, General Permit for Temporary Construction, Access, and Dewatering, General Permit for Boat Ramps, General Permit for Emergency Watershed Protection and Rehabilitation, General Permit for Cleanup of Hazardous and Toxic Waste, General Permit for Commercial and Institutional Developments, General Permit for Agricultural Activities, General Permit for Reshaping Existing Drainage Ditches, General Permit for Recreational Facilities, General Permit for Stormwater Management Facilities, General Permit for Mining Activities, General Permit for Repair of Uplands Damaged by Discreet Events, General Permit for Activities in Ditches, General Permit for Commercial Shellfish Aquaculture Activities, General Permit for Land-Based Renewable Energy Generation Facilities, General Permit for Water-Based Renewable Energy Generation Pilot Projects
Published on: 20402318. Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (404) provides states the option of assuming administration of the federal dredge and fill permit program in certain waters. By obtaining 404 assumption, Florida will be able to provide a streamlined permitting procedure where an applicant will come to the state to obtain both the Environmental Resource Permitting and 404 authorizations. This will avoid duplication, provide greater certainty to the regulated community, conserve resources, and will afford the state greater control over its natural resources while complying with federal law.