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| Field | Local City of Tallahassee City of Tallahassee Growth Management Department / Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) |
|---|---|
| Permit | |
| Permit / Authorization | Land Development Permit with Stormwater Management / NWFWMD ERP |
| Submit To | City of Tallahassee Growth Management Department / Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD) |
| Lead Time | City review 2–4 weeks; NWFWMD ERP delegated to FDEP for most projects |
| Application Method | City permits via Tallahassee Growth Management; NWFWMD/FDEP ERP via ePermitting |
| Fee | City permit fees per project scope; ERP fee varies |
| Water Quality | |
| Impervious Cover Limit | No citywide cap; stormwater treatment required for new development per ERP and city ordinance |
| On-Site Treatment Required | Yes |
| Detention Required | Yes — Pre- vs. post-development discharge rate matching; first 1 inch of runoff treatment; regional stormwater facilities available in some areas |
| Turbidity / Discharge Standard | Must comply with FDEP Generic Permit and Florida surface water quality standards |
| SWPPP | |
| SWPPP / Local Plan Required | Yes — Erosion and Sediment Control Plan; Stormwater Management Plan per ERP |
| PE Stamp Required | Yes |
| Inspections | |
| Inspection Requirements | City conducts construction-phase inspections. FDEP/NWFWMD conducts ERP compliance inspections. Post-construction systems require maintenance plan. |
| Inspector Qualification | No state-specific certification required; CPESC/CESSWI recognized |
| Design & Zones | |
| Local Design Manual | City of Tallahassee Stormwater Design Manual / NWFWMD ERP Applicant's Handbook |
| Special Overlay Zones | Sinkhole / Karst Zone, Lake Lafayette / Lake Protection Zone |