Mitigation doesn’t bypass wetland permitting requirements. Under federal and Florida rules, it happens only after a project avoids and minimizes impacts.

Learn why the User Questionnaire is an integral part of the Phase I ESA process and your environmental liability protection.

When and why should you petition for a Formal Wetland Determination from the FDEP or a Florida Water Management District?

The Phase I ESA isn't just a property report. It's an important part of your environmental due diligence and liability protection.

Several questions often come up regarding gopher tortoise relocation permitting in Florida. In this post, we sit down with Jordon Munizzi, one of Excelsior's FWC Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agents, to answer them.

A wetland delineation helps developers, engineers, surveyors, and landowners understand environmental constraints before significant resources are invested in site design, permitting, or acquisition.

we briefly discuss the ecological significance of the gopher tortoise, outline FWC requirements for property owners and developers, and outline the typical gopher tortoise permitting process. We’ll also briefly cover cases in which Special Permits are required.