FAQ: FL-SOLARIS
What is the History and Background of FL-SOLARIS?
What is the History and Background of FL-SOLARIS?
Where can I find benchmark information?
The Division of State Lands maintains benchmark information from various state and federal governments, available online at LABINS.
Where can I find horizontal survey control information?
The Division of State Lands maintains horizontal information from various state and federal governments, available online at LABINS.
Where can I get information on determining Mean High Water Survey data?
Yes. See Buy Land from the state under the State Lands' Quick Links for a complete list of properties for bid or sale.
Would the state be interested in buying my property?
It depends on the property. For specific information, contact the Division of State Lands at 850-245-2555.
What is needed to close on a property?
Generally, three due diligence products are needed for a closing with the state: title commitment, survey and environmental site assessment. Once received, the products must be reviewed and approved by staff members, such as closing staff, attorneys and potential managers.
How do I know if property is currently under lease or state-owned?
Send a location map listing the section/township/range to the Uplands Leasing Section of the Division of State Lands. They will submit a request to the Title and Land Records Section for a determination of any encumbrances, such as an upland lease or easement, on the property. You also may call 850-245-2555.
Rule 18-1 – State Land Acquisition Procedures
Rule 18-2 – Management of Uplands Vested in the Board of Trustees
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