FL H1131

Defines "repeat violation" as a violation of county or state code within 5 years of a prior violation found or admitted through Hearing Board or Circuit Court process, regardless of location.

Removes requirement that the Environmental Control Officer must be a county employee, while maintaining that appointees must be lawyers or engineers licensed in Florida.

Increases civil fines in Circuit Court actions for chapter 59-1698 violations to $1,000 per day for first violations, $5,000 per day for repeat violations, and $15,000 per violation if deemed irreparable or irreversible.

Increases civil penalties imposed by Hearing Board or Circuit Court for chapter 59-1698 violations to $1,000 per day for first violations, $5,000 per day for repeat violations, and $15,000 per violation if deemed irreparable or irreversible.

Takes effect upon becoming law.