Florida Administrative Code

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113 FS. Law Implemented 373.106, 373.171, 373.223, 373.226, 373.306, 373.308 FS. History-New 8-7-84, Amended 8-1-89, 1-11-99, Repealed 1-19-16.

(1) This chapter establishes minimum flows and levels for surface watercourses and minimum levels for groundwater at specific locations within the St. Johns River Water Management District. (2) Where appropriate, minimum flows and levels may reflect seasonal and long term variati…

Unless the context indicates otherwise, the following terms shall have the following meanings. (1) "Black Water Creek" means that watercourse designated Black Water Creek within the Wekiva River Hydrologic Basin as defined by Rule 40C-41.023, F.A.C. (2) "Determined minimum surfac…

(1) The following minimum groundwater levels and minimum mean annual spring flows are established: Spring Name County Head (ft NGVD) Discharge (cfs) Messant Spring Lake 32 12 Miami Springs Seminole 27 4 Palm Springs Seminole 27 7 Rock Springs Orange 31 53 Sanlando Springs Seminol…

Rulemaking Authority 373.016, 373.044, 373.056, 373.069, 373.0693, 373.073, 373.079, 373.083, 373.103, 373.113, 373.171 FS. Law Implemented 373.103, 373.139, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Formerly 40C-9.01, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

When used herein: (1) "Acquisition" means the reduction of the title to land to be acquired to fee, or in the discretion of the District such other legal interest necessary for water management, water supply and the conservation and protection of water resources. (2) "Concession"…

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.139, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.056, 373.088, 373.089, 373.093, 373.099, 373.103, 373.139, 373.199, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Amended 7-30-01, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

(1) Upon determination of land requirements, descriptions and maps sufficient to identify the lands to be acquired should be obtained. (2) Ownership information shall be obtained and reviewed in order to determine the title to the land being acquired. (3) The District shall obtai…

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.139 FS. Law Implemented 287.055, 373.056, 373.086, 373.096, 373.099, 373.139, 373.199, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Amended 7-30-01, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

Rulemaking Authority 373.016, 373.044, 373.056, 373.069, 373.0693, 373.073, 373.079, 373.083, 373.103, 373.113, 373.171 FS. Law Implemented 373.103, 373.139, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Repealed 11-3-15.

(1) The District's contract with non-staff appraisers shall substantiate that each appraiser has no vested or fiduciary interest in the property to be appraised, except for the professional fee. (2) The District shall transmit all pertinent data to the appraiser regarding the ass…

Rulemaking Authority 373.016, 373.044, 373.056, 373.069, 373.0693, 373.073, 373.079, 373.083, 373.103, 373.113, 373.171 FS. Law Implemented 373.103, 373.139, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Formerly 40C-9.065, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.139 FS. Law Implemented 373.056, 373.139, 373.199, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Amended 7-30-01, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113 FS. Law Implemented 373.056, 373.089, 373.139, 373.199, 373.59 FS. History-New 6-15-82, Amended 7-30-01,6-7-04, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.088, 373.093, 373.096, 373.099, 373.139, 373.1391, 373.1395, 373.1401, 373.199, 373.59 FS. History-New 1-16-94, Amended 7-30-01, Repealed 11-3-15.

(1) The District shall develop plans for the management of District Lands, excluding District Lands upon which District office facilities are located. (2) The District shall consider the following in developing these land management plans: (a) The physiography, topography, hydrol…

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113 FS. Law Implemented 373.088, 373.093, 373.096, 373.099, 373.139, 373.1391, 373.199, 373.59, 373.591 FS. History-New 7-30-01, Amended 6-7-04, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

Not all Conservation Easements permit public access. For Conservation Easements that permit public access, such access shall be limited to trails and entry points designated by signs, and to those uses designated by sign or brochure at designated entry points. Rulemaking Authorit…

(1) Public Access. District Lands shall be open to the public for access on foot at all points except where restricted by signs. Public access to District Lands by means other than foot shall only be at entry points designated by signs. (2) District Lands shall be closed to publi…

Recreational fishing as authorized by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is allowed on District Lands except where specifically restricted by signs. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission requires any person engaging in recreational fishing to ha…

Hiking is allowed on District Lands except in areas restricted by signs. For the purposes of this subsection, hiking shall include jogging, bird watching, or any other activity where travel is by foot only and does not involve another activity described in this chapter. Rulemakin…

Horseback riding is allowed on District Lands but only on designated trails or areas, established roads, and fire lines, except where restricted by signs. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 253.7825, 259.032, 260.12, 373.1391 FS. History-New 1-16-…

Bicycling is allowed on District Lands but only on designated trails or areas, established roads, and fire lines, except where restricted by signs. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 253.7825, 259.032, 260.12, 373.1391 FS. History-New 1-16-94.

Hunting is allowed only by permit on certain District Lands as indicated in the Land Management Plan for those District Lands. Hunting on District Lands is also regulated by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Rulemak…

Dogs, cats, and other domestic animals of a similar nature, excluding horses, are allowed on District Lands provided that such animals must be leashed at all times. Domestic animals are allowed unleashed on District Lands if they are specifically authorized as part of an approved…

Scuba diving, or the use of underwater breathing apparatus of a similar nature, is prohibited on District Lands unless authorized by a Special Use Authorization. A person issued a Special Use Authorization to perform a dive from District Lands shall submit a report informing the …

Swimming is prohibited on all District Lands except in areas designated by signs. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.1391 FS. History-New 1-16-94.

All plants and animals on District Lands are protected. Removing, destroying, or harassing animals or plants from or on District Lands is prohibited except for authorized research efforts, authorized hunting, gathering, and fishing, as authorized by a permit or Special Use Author…

All archaeological and cultural resources on District Lands are protected. Removal, alteration or destruction of archaeological or cultural resources is prohibited on all District Lands unless authorized by a Special Use Authorization or a District-initiated removal conducted for…

The disposal or discharge of any waste outside of designated waste collection facilities is prohibited on all District Lands. The disposal of oil, gasoline or other hazardous substances is prohibited on all District Lands. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law I…

The unauthorized destruction, removal, or alteration of any District-owned facilities or equipment is prohibited on all District Lands. District-owned facilities and equipment includes water control structures, scientific study plots, photo points, transect lines, survey markers,…

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113 FS. Law Implemented 373.139, 373.59 FS. History-New 1-16-94, Amended 5-11-94, Repealed 3-9-12.

Distributing any handbills or circular, or posting, placing, or erecting any bills, notices, papers, signs or advertising devices or informational matter of any kind, excluding District notices, is prohibited on all District Lands unless authorized by a Special Use Authorization.…

Igniting any fire on any District Lands is prohibited except for District authorized prescribed burns, campfires in designated camping areas, or fires authorized by a Special Use Authorization. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.1391, 590.11, …

Trapping is prohibited on all District Lands except where specifically authorized by a Special Use Authorization which shall be limited to scientific study or removal of nuisance species. Trapping on District Lands is also regulated by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation C…

Commercial fishing, except for District-initiated activities, is prohibited on all District Lands, unless authorized by a Special Use Authorization. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.1391, 379.2351FS. History-New 1-16-94, Amended 5-11-94, 6-7…

(1) Hike-in or boat-in primitive camping in groups of no more than six persons is allowed on District Lands only in designated camping sites. (2) Camping using a motorized vehicle in groups of no more than six persons is allowed on District Lands only in designated camping sites.…

The introduction of plants or animals to District Lands is prohibited unless done pursuant to a District-initiated land management activity. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.1391 FS. History-New 1-16-94.

(1) Motorized vehicles that are licensed for Florida highway use are allowed on District Lands. All-terrain, off-road, or other motorized vehicles not licensed for Florida highway use are prohibited on all District Lands except as follows: (a) By a Special Use Authorization for a…

The District encourages the development of retail sales or rentals that provide services or goods that assist the public in using District Lands at locations adjacent to or near District Lands as opposed to being located on District Lands. However, the District recognizes that, i…

(1) Constructing or erecting any facility or structure is prohibited on all District Lands unless authorized by a District Lease or Special Use Authorization, as appropriate. (2) Any unauthorized facility or structure discovered on District Lands shall be removed according to the…

Any use of District Lands not specifically authorized by this chapter is prohibited unless authorized by a Special Use Authorization, District Lease, easement or District letter issued or entered into prior to May 11, 1994. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391, 373.139…

(1) A person shall apply for a Special Use Authorization to use District Lands in a manner not otherwise provided for in this chapter. (2) To receive a Special Use Authorization the applicant must provide reasonable assurance that: (a) The requested use will not involve the perma…

(1) A person shall apply for a District Lease to use District Land if the use constitutes an agricultural activity or is of such a nature as to require a legal interest in the District Land. (2) A District Lease may be granted only when the purpose of the lease is consistent with…

(1) The District does not encourage the use of District Lands for utility right-of-way easements or other similar purposes. However, the District will grant right-of-way easements if the following criteria are met in the sequence listed below: (a) First, an analysis is performed …

The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to any District-initiated land management activity. Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.1391 FS. History-New 1-16-94.

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.1391 FS. Law Implemented 373.088, 373.093, 373.096, 373.099, 373.139, 373.1391, 373.199, 373.1401, 373.59 FS. History-New 1-16-94, Amended 7-30-01, Repealed by Section 5, Chapter 2012-31, Laws of Florida, 5-27-12.

This chapter shall not apply to the extent it conflicts with the provisions of any intergovernmental management agreement between the District and another governmental entity for the acquisition or management of District Lands provided those activities, uses, or facilities are en…

All revenues generated from the use of District Lands shall be used for District land acquisition or management. The annual report prepared pursuant to subsection 40C-9.360(7), F.A.C., shall contain a section setting forth the revenues generated from the use of District Lands, ho…

(1) The Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, pursuant to Rule 18-21.0051, F.A.C., has delegated to the Governing Board the authority to review and take final agency action on certain applications to use state-owned lands. Rule 18-21.0051, F.A.C., also provide…