Emergency coastal permitting office hours

Posted On: January 17, 2023

In collaboration with Volusia County, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) will hold office hours to address emergency permitting relating to temporary and permanent repairs of coastal structures damaged by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole. Representatives will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, and Friday, Jan. 20, at the Volusia County Government Building, 440 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach.

Residents may ask questions and receive guidance with state or local emergency permits, such as seawalls, sand sources and walkover repairs. Consulting engineers and contractors experienced with coastal construction are also encouraged to attend so FDEP may guide them through the process.

Residents living in the city limits of Daytona Beach, Daytona Beach Shores, New Smyrna Beach, Ormond Beach or Ponce Inlet should contact their municipal government's staff for local permitting requirements. Persons residing in unincorporated areas may contact the county.

For information on additional coastal questions, contact the following:

• FDEP field permit: Trey Hatch, 904-832-6757.
• FDEP Coastal Construction Control Line permit: Dave Kriger, 850-245-7680.
• Volusia County permit, including a permit for vehicle access for closed beach driving areas: Environmental Management, 386-238-4668.