Handbook of Florida Water Regulation
This handbook is designed to provide an accurate, current, and authoritative summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. This handbook provides a basic overview of the many rights and responsibilities that farmers and farmland owners have under both federal and state laws as well as the appropriate contact information to obtain more detailed information. However, the reader should be aware that because the laws, administrative rulings, and court decisions on which this handbook is based are subject to constant revision, portions of this publication could become outdated at any time. Several details of cited laws are also left out due to space limitations. This handbook is provided as an educational text for those interested in water use and water resource issues in Florida.
This handbook is distributed with the understanding that the authors are not engaged in rendering legal or other professional advice, and the information contained herein should not be regarded as a substitute for professional advice. This handbook is not all inclusive in providing information to achieve compliance with the federal and state laws and regulations governing water protection. For these reasons, the use of these materials by any person constitutes an agreement to hold harmless the authors, the UF/IFAS Center for Agricultural and Natural Resource Law, and UF/IFAS Extension for any liability claims, damages, or expenses that may be incurred by any person as a result of reference to or reliance on the information contained in this handbook. Note: UF/IFAS is the acronym for University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.
Editorial Team
- Mike Olexa - Author
Publications
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01-Introduction and Overview 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Table of Contents
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
01-Introduction and Overview 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Introduction
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
01-Introduction and Overview 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Water Resources Policy
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
02-Key Federal Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Clean Water Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
02-Key Federal Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Safe Drinking Water Act
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
02-Key Federal Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Protection and Management of Endangered Species
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: State Regulatory Powers
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, and Sean Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Air and Water Pollution Control Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Watershed Restoration Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Pollutant Discharge Prevention and Control Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Water Management Districts
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Department of Health
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
05-Selected Permits 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Consumptive Use Permits
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
05-Selected Permits 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Management and Storage of Surface Waters
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
06-Agricultural Best Management Practices 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Agricultural Best Management Practices
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
07-Wetlands and Connected Systems 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Activities in Wetlands
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
This handbook is designed to provide an accurate, current, and authoritative summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. This handbook provides a basic overview of the many rights and responsibilities that farmers and farmland owners have under both federal and state laws as well as the appropriate contact information to obtain more detailed information. However, the reader should be aware that because the laws, administrative rulings, and court decisions on which this handbook is based are subject to constant revision, portions of this publication could become outdated at any time. Several details of cited laws are also left out due to space limitations. This handbook is provided as an educational text for those interested in water use and water resource issues in Florida.
This handbook is distributed with the understanding that the authors are not engaged in rendering legal or other professional advice, and the information contained herein should not be regarded as a substitute for professional advice. This handbook is not all inclusive in providing information to achieve compliance with the federal and state laws and regulations governing water protection. For these reasons, the use of these materials by any person constitutes an agreement to hold harmless the authors, the UF/IFAS Center for Agricultural and Natural Resource Law, and UF/IFAS Extension for any liability claims, damages, or expenses that may be incurred by any person as a result of reference to or reliance on the information contained in this handbook. Note: UF/IFAS is the acronym for University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.
Editorial Team
- Mike Olexa - Author
Publications
Showing 20 of 42 Publications
01-Introduction and Overview 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Table of Contents
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
01-Introduction and Overview 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Introduction
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
01-Introduction and Overview 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Water Resources Policy
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
02-Key Federal Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Clean Water Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
02-Key Federal Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Safe Drinking Water Act
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
02-Key Federal Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Protection and Management of Endangered Species
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: State Regulatory Powers
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, and Sean Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Air and Water Pollution Control Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Watershed Restoration Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
03-Key State Laws 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Pollutant Discharge Prevention and Control Act
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Water Management Districts
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Florida Department of Health
Weizhe Weng, Michael T. Olexa, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
04-Key State Agencies 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
05-Selected Permits 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Consumptive Use Permits
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
05-Selected Permits 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Management and Storage of Surface Waters
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
06-Agricultural Best Management Practices 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Agricultural Best Management Practices
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
07-Wetlands and Connected Systems 2025 Handbook of Florida Water Regulation: Activities in Wetlands
Michael T. Olexa, Weizhe Weng, andSean M. Olevnik
This handbook is designed to provide a summary of the principal federal and state (Florida) laws that directly or indirectly relate to agriculture. Because these laws are subject to constant revision, portions of the handbook could become outdated at any time. The reader should use it as a means to determine areas in which to seek more information and as a brief directory of agencies that can help answer more specific questions.
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