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FL S1094

Bill

Status

Failed

5/2/2014

Primary Sponsor

Environmental Preservation and Conservation

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve in Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus Counties, consisting of state-owned submerged lands west of U.S. Highway 19, for inclusion in Florida's aquatic preserve system.

  • Prohibits further sale, transfer, or lease of sovereignty submerged lands except upon showing of extreme hardship and determination of public interest; restricts dredging and filling except for public navigation, marina/dock construction, or public health emergencies.

  • Prohibits drilling wells, excavating shell or minerals, or erecting structures other than docks within the preserve unless authorized under the act.

  • Prevents seaward relocation of bulkhead lines except at mean high water; prohibits seawall construction or relocation without board approval and only if riprap construction is used.

  • Establishes enforcement provisions including civil penalties of $5,000 per day for violations; preserves riparian rights of adjacent upland property owners for improvements related to ingress, egress, mosquito control, and shore protection; directs board to adopt rules regulating human activity while protecting lawful public uses such as fishing, boating, and swimming.

Legislative Description

Aquatic Preserves

Last Action

Died in Appropriations

5/2/2014

Committee Referrals

Appropriations3/18/2014
Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government3/11/2014
Environmental Preservation and Conservation2/21/2014

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