The Operator Certification Program is excited to announce the launch of our new electronic re-examination application. You now have the option of applying for your re-examination via the Online Business Center.
Here’s a brief overview of how it works:
To apply for a self-certification, exemption, general permit, or individual/conceptual permit online, please use the DEP Business Portal.
There is a $100 discount to apply using the DEP business portal for an individual/conceptual permit, and self-certification of single-family dock exemptions is free. If you choose not to apply through the DEP business portal, you may submit the forms below along with any supplemental information either by email or regular mail.
The following definitions are taken from Rule 62-625.200, F.A.C, and are applicable to Florida's pretreatment program. The meaning of any term not defined below shall be taken from definitions in other rules of the Department, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
Why is stormwater a problem? To give some perspective, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency indicates that over 40% of waters assessed by the states are too polluted for fishing or swimming. The top four impairments are pathogens, metals, nutrients, and sediment.
For questions regarding permitting a specific ERP project or regulated activity please contact your local DEP district office, using the contact information provided in the table below.
Rules established through the Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) and implemented Florida Statute(s) (F.S.) for the Division of Water Resource Management's programs.
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The Mining and Mitigation Technical Support (MMTS) staff of the Engineering, Hydrology and Geology Program (EHGP) provides technical assistance to the Mining and Mitigation Program and other programs within the Division of Water Resource Management.
Staff primarily review and evaluate Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) applications for mines and mitigation banks, and Conceptual Reclamation Plans for mines in compliance with Chapters 211, 373, 377 and 378, Florida Statutes. The following areas are considered:
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