Industry Insights & Regulatory Updates

Expert perspectives on stormwater management and environmental compliance in Florida.

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The Seasons are Changing

The Sunshine State is many times right at the top of most people’s wish list...
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What does Compliance Really Mean?

A construction site must be operationally effective in controlling erosion and preventing sedimentation from reaching...
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Somebody’s gotta do it!

Do you remember the show called Somebody’s gotta do it? The show actually aired a...
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October 2000 to Today

In October 2000, the Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA), authorized the Florida Department of Environmental Protection...
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Tropical Storm Ian – Rapid Intensification

Living in Florida, we know there is a chance of experiencing tropical storms that can...
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Be Empowered by BMPs

There are a variety of Best Management Practices (BMPs) that can be implemented to help...
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3 BMPS for Protecting our Waters

Construction sites can minimize disruption to local water bodies and reduce pollution by following specific...
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Stormwater Volume, Quantity, and Control

Stormwater runoff occurs after a rainfall.  In Florida, especially during the wet and rainy season,...
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An Expanding World

Did you know Florida contains more than 30,000 lakes?  Combined, they make up more than...
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Who is Responsible?

In February 2015, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) revised the Construction Generic Permit...