This proposed rule will create a Springs Protection Zone prohibiting anchoring, mooring, beaching and grounding in Nichols Spring in Sumter County and in a portion of its associated spring runs based on the criteria established ....

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Comments Open:: 12/7/2022
Summary:: This proposed rule will create a Springs Protection Zone prohibiting anchoring, mooring, beaching and grounding in Nichols Spring in Sumter County and in a portion of its associated spring runs based on the criteria established in section 327.45, Fla. Stat. and Rule 68D-24.0035, F.A.C.
Purpose:: This proposed rule will create a Springs Protection Zone prohibiting anchoring, mooring, beaching and grounding in Nichols Spring in Sumter County and in a portion of its associated spring runs based on the criteria established in section 327.45, Fla. Stat. and Rule 68D-24.0035, F.A.C. The purpose is to protect the Spring's aquatic and wetland dependent species from harm caused by vessels anchoring, mooring, beaching and grounding.
Rulemaking Authority:: 327.04, 327.45, FS
Law:: 327.45, FS
Related Rules: (1): 68D-24.0036. Nichols Spring Protection Zone