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FL Stat § 161.29 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.29 - Benefit categories or zones.

161.29 Benefit categories or zones.—Upon adoption of a reasonably final plan of improvement for the beach and shore preservation program for the entire county, the board of county commissioners shall conduct, through the use of personnel competent and qualified in this field, an economic analysis of the proposed program, determining the nature and extent of benefits expected to accrue from the program and allocating these benefits to their proper recipients by categories or zones of comparable benefits, and place in the same zone areas of equal benefit, or follow such other method as may be deemed suitable for the purposes of this section. From time to time, the board of county commissioners shall conduct in the same or similar manner a new analysis to better determine and allocate actual or expected benefits.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408.
FL Stat § 161.31 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.31 - Establishment of districts.

161.31 Establishment of districts.—(1) Districts established under the provisions of this part shall constitute public bodies corporate and politic, exercising public powers and all other powers and duties incident to such bodies.(2) The board of county commissioners shall serve as the governing body for all districts created under this authority and shall proceed as expeditiously as possible to determine and implement policy and program for each such district in accordance with the overall county program, except that the board of county commissioners may receive guidance in these matters for each district from an advisory group, consisting of not less than three nor more than five persons, which the board of county commissioners may appoint from any or each such district. Members of such advisory group shall have no definite term of office but shall serve at the pleasure of the board of county commissioners.(3) To further provide for efficient administration of the district program, the board of county commissioners may hire such additional personnel or contract for such additional services as it considers necessary or desirable in each case.(4) A uniform ad valorem tax not to exceed 1 mill per year on all nonexempt taxable property within the district may be levied for a period of not more than 2 years to defray organizational and administrative costs of said district.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408; s. 3, ch. 71-14.
FL Stat § 161.32 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.32 - Existing erosion prevention district.

161.32 Existing erosion prevention district.—This part shall not be construed to impair the existence, powers or functions of any existing erosion prevention, beach or shore preservation districts created by special or local act; provided, however, that any such existing district may re-create and reestablish itself under the provisions of this act as if originally created and established hereunder in all respects, by resolution of its governing body adopting the provisions of chapter 161, in their entirety and thereafter shall function as a beach and shore preservation district created and established under the provisions of this part.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408.
FL Stat § 161.33 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.33 - Cooperation with federal, state, and other governmental entities.

161.33 Cooperation with federal, state, and other governmental entities.—(1) The board of county commissioners, for itself or on behalf of any and all duly established beach and shore preservation districts within the county, may enter into cooperative agreements and otherwise cooperate with, and meet the requirements and conditions of, federal, state and other local governments and political entities, or any agencies or representative thereof, for the purpose of improving, furthering and expediting the beach and shore preservation program.(2) The board of county commissioners and the department, for and on behalf of each or any district created in accordance with parts I and II of this chapter, are authorized to receive and accept from any federal agency, grants for or in aid of any beach and shore preservation program contemplated by this part, and to receive and accept aid or contributions from any source, of money, property and other things of value. The board of county commissioners is authorized to make application for federal participation in the cost of any beach and shore preservation program under any Acts of Congress and all amendments thereto.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408; ss. 25, 35, ch. 69-106; s. 30, ch. 94-356.
FL Stat § 161.34 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.34 - Coordination of county preservation activities.

161.34 Coordination of county preservation activities.—The board of county commissioners shall coordinate the work and activity of all districts established hereunder within the county and, to further ensure harmony and consistency with the overall county beach and shore preservation plan, shall establish working liaison with each municipality and other agencies and groups involved in beach and shore preservation activity within the county.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408.
FL Stat § 161.35 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.35 - County shoreline; supervisory and regulatory powers of board of county commissioners.

161.35 County shoreline; supervisory and regulatory powers of board of county commissioners.—(1) With the consent of the department and of any municipality or other political authority involved, the board of county commissioners may regulate and supervise all physical work or activity along the county shoreline which is likely to have a material physical effect on existing coastal conditions or natural shore processes. This regulatory and supervisory authority shall specifically include, but not be limited to, installation of groins, jetties, moles, breakwaters, seawalls, revetments, and other coastal construction as defined herein. For this purpose, the board of county commissioners, with assistance as required from its professional personnel, may develop standards and criteria, issue permits and conduct inspections.(2) All regulations and requirements prescribed by the board of county commissioners pursuant to this part may be enforced by mandatory injunction or other appropriate action in any court of competent jurisdiction. Such regulations and requirements shall in no way affect the regulatory authority of the department.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408; ss. 25, 35, ch. 69-106; s. 31, ch. 94-356.
FL Stat § 161.36 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.36 - General powers of authority.

161.36 General powers of authority.—In order to most effectively carry out the purposes of this part, the board of county commissioners, as the county beach and shore preservation authority and as the governing body of each beach and shore preservation district established thereby, shall be possessed of broad powers to do all manner of things necessary or desirable in pursuance of this end; provided, however, nothing herein shall diminish or impair the regulatory authority of the Department of Environmental Protection under part I of this chapter or the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund under chapter 253. Such powers shall specifically include, but not be limited to, the following:(1) To make contracts and enter into agreements;(2) To sue and be sued;(3) To acquire and hold lands and property by any lawful means;(4) To exercise the power of eminent domain;(5) To enter upon private property for purposes of making surveys, soundings, drillings and examinations, and such entry shall not be deemed a trespass;(6) To construct, acquire, operate and maintain works and facilities;(7) To make rules and regulations; and(8) To do any and all other things specified or implied in this part.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408; ss. 25, 27, 35, ch. 69-106; s. 32, ch. 94-356; s. 60, ch. 99-2; s. 5, ch. 2000-197.
FL Stat § 161.39 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.39 - Cooperation between two or more counties.

161.39 Cooperation between two or more counties.—(1) When two or more counties have created one or more beach preservation districts as provided for under this part or any other law with same or like intent, or desire to carry out programs of beach and shore preservation, and find it to be mutually beneficial, the boards of county commissioners of such counties may cooperate to any extent necessary or desirable to carry out the intent of this part or any other law with same or like intent, in the implementation of any beach or shore preservation plan or project as defined herein. This cooperation may include but shall not be limited to cooperative participation in the nonfederal costs of federally authorized projects affecting one or more of the cooperating counties, plans or projects resulting from investigation, or studies made by any or all such counties, or other such plans or projects, which by their nature would prove to be beneficial to each such cooperating county as determined by the boards of county commissioners of each such county.(2) The costs of any such plan or project shall be borne by each of the cooperating counties in accordance with the benefits expected to accrue to each county as determined in accordance with s. 161.29, or as determined and agreed upon by the boards of county commissioners of each such cooperating county.(3) Any county may expend funds in any other county for the purposes provided herein if in the opinion of the board of county commissioners of one county such expenditure of its funds in other counties would be beneficial to the beaches and shores of that county.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408.
FL Stat § 161.40 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.40 - Tax exemptions.

161.40 Tax exemptions.—All properties, revenues and other assets of the board of county commissioners acting as the beach and shore preservation authority, or of any of the districts created thereby, shall, by recognition of its essential public function, be exempt from all taxation by the state or any political subdivision, agency or instrumentality thereof. The exemption granted by this section shall not apply to any tax imposed by chapter 220 on interest, income, or profits on debt obligations owned by corporations.History.—s. 1, ch. 65-408; s. 51, ch. 89-356.
FL Stat § 161.41 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.41 - Construction of ss. 161.25-161.40.

161.41 Construction of ss. 161.25-161.40.—The provisions of ss. 161.25-161.40 shall be liberally construed by all concerned in a manner to best accomplish the beach and shore preservation purposes and programs.History.—s. 3, ch. 65-408.
FL Stat § 161.45 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part II - Beach and Shore Preservation Districts (Ss. 161.25-161.45)|161.45 - Effect of repeal of chapter 158 on districts created prior to repeal.

161.45 Effect of repeal of chapter 158 on districts created prior to repeal.—The county erosion districts created under the provisions of chapter 158, and presently in existence shall not be affected by the repeal of chapter 158.History.—s. 2, ch. 65-126.
FL Stat § 161.52 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part III - Coastal Zone Protection (Ss. 161.52-161.58)|161.52 - Short title.

161.52 Short title.—Sections 161.52-161.58 may be cited as the “Coastal Zone Protection Act of 1985.”History.—s. 36, ch. 85-55.
FL Stat § 161.53 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part III - Coastal Zone Protection (Ss. 161.52-161.58)|161.53 - Legislative intent.

161.53 Legislative intent.—(1) The Legislature recognizes that coastal areas play an important role in protecting the ecology and the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the state; that in recent years the coastal areas have been subjected to increasing growth pressures; and that unless these pressures are controlled, the very features which make coastal areas economically, aesthetically, and ecologically rich will be destroyed.(2) The Legislature further recognizes that coastal areas form the first line of defense for the mainland against both winter storms and hurricanes, that the dunes of coastal areas perform valuable protective functions for public and private property, and that placement of permanent structures in these protective areas may lead to increased risks to life and property and increased costs to the public. Coastal areas often protect lagoons, salt marshes, estuaries, bays, marine habitats, and the mainland from the direct action of ocean waves or storm surges; absorb the forces of oceanic activity on their seaward sides and protect calmer waters and stable shores to their landward sides; and are dynamic geologic systems with topography that is subject to alteration by waves, storm surges, flooding, or littoral currents.(3) The Legislature further recognizes that these coastal areas are among Florida’s most valuable resources and have extremely high recreational and aesthetic value which should be preserved and enhanced. Coastal areas provide a unique habitat for birds, wildlife, marine life, and plant life and protect waters that are vital to the food chain.(4) The Legislature further recognizes that there is a tremendous cost to the state for postdisaster redevelopment in the coastal areas and that preventive measures should be taken on a continuing basis in order to reduce the harmful consequences of natural and manmade disasters or emergencies.(5) It is, therefore, the intent of the Legislature that the most sensitive portion of the coastal area shall be managed through the imposition of strict construction standards in order to minimize damage to the natural environment, private property, and life.History.—s. 36, ch. 85-55.
FL Stat § 161.56 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part III - Coastal Zone Protection (Ss. 161.52-161.58)|161.56 - Establishment of local enforcement.

161.56 Establishment of local enforcement.—(1) Nothing in ss. 161.52-161.58 shall be construed to limit or abrogate the right and power of the department to require permits or to adopt and enforce standards pursuant to s. 161.041 or s. 161.053 for construction seaward of the coastal construction control line that are as restrictive as, or more restrictive than, the requirements provided in s. 161.55 or the rights or powers of local governments to enact and enforce setback requirements or zoning or building codes that are as restrictive as, or more restrictive than, the requirements provided in s. 161.55.(2) To assist local governments in the implementation and enforcement of s. 161.55, the state land planning agency shall develop and maintain a biennial coastal building zone construction training program for the local enforcement agencies specified in subsection (1). The state land planning agency shall provide an initial training program not later than April 1, 1987, and on a recurring biennial basis shall provide a continuing education program beginning July 1, 1989. Registration fees, as determined appropriate by the state land planning agency, may be charged to defray the cost of the program if general revenue funds are not provided for this purpose.History.—s. 36, ch. 85-55; s. 4, ch. 86-191; s. 1, ch. 89-249; s. 3, ch. 98-287; ss. 9, 10, ch. 2000-141; s. 14, ch. 2000-158; s. 2, ch. 2000-211; s. 34, ch. 2001-186; s. 3, ch. 2001-372.
FL Stat § 161.57 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part III - Coastal Zone Protection (Ss. 161.52-161.58)|161.57 - Coastal properties disclosure statement.

161.57 Coastal properties disclosure statement.—(1) The Legislature finds that it is necessary to ensure that the purchasers of interests in real property located in coastal areas partially or totally seaward of the coastal construction control line as defined in s. 161.053 are fully apprised of the character of the regulation of the real property in such coastal areas and, in particular, that such lands are subject to frequent and severe fluctuations.(2) At or prior to the time a seller and a purchaser both execute a contract for sale and purchase of any interest in real property located partially or totally seaward of the coastal construction control line as defined in s. 161.053, the seller must give a written disclosure statement in the following form to the prospective purchaser which may be set forth in the contract or in a separate writing:The property being purchased may be subject to coastal erosion and to federal, state, or local regulations that govern coastal property, including the delineation of the coastal construction control line, rigid coastal protection structures, beach nourishment, and the protection of marine turtles. Additional information can be obtained from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, including whether there are significant erosion conditions associated with the shoreline of the property being purchased.(3) Unless otherwise waived in writing by the purchaser, at or prior to the closing of any transaction where an interest in real property located either partially or totally seaward of the coastal construction control line as defined in s. 161.053 is being transferred, the seller shall provide to the purchaser an affidavit, or a survey meeting the requirements of chapter 472, delineating the location of the coastal construction control line on the property being transferred.(4) A seller’s failure to deliver the disclosure, affidavit, or survey required by this section does not impair the enforceability of the sale and purchase contract by either party, create any right of rescission by the purchaser, or impair the title to any such real property conveyed by the seller to the purchaser.History.—s. 36, ch. 85-55; s. 22, ch. 87-224; s. 1, ch. 2006-273.
FL Stat § 161.58 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part III - Coastal Zone Protection (Ss. 161.52-161.58)|161.58 - Vehicular traffic on coastal beaches.

161.58 Vehicular traffic on coastal beaches.—(1) Vehicular traffic, except that which is necessary for cleanup, repair, or public safety, and except for traffic upon authorized local or state dune crossovers, is prohibited on the dunes or native stabilizing vegetation of the dune system of coastal beaches. Except as otherwise provided in this section, any person driving any vehicle on, over, or across any dune or native stabilizing vegetation of the dune system shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.(2) Vehicular traffic, except that which is necessary for cleanup, repair, or public safety, or for the purpose of maintaining existing licensed and permitted traditional commercial fishing activities or existing authorized public accessways, is prohibited on coastal beaches except where a local government with jurisdiction over a coastal beach or portions of a coastal beach has:(a) Authorized such traffic, by at least a three-fifths vote of its governing body, on all or portions of the beaches under its jurisdiction prior to the effective date of this act; and(b) Determined, by October 1, 1989, in accordance with the rules of the department, that less than 50 percent of the peak user demand for off-beach parking is available. However, the requirements and department rulemaking authority provided in this paragraph shall not apply to counties that have adopted, prior to January 1, 1988, unified countywide beach regulations pursuant to a county home rule charter.(3) A local government authorizing such vehicular traffic on all or portions of its beaches pursuant to subsection (2) may later prohibit, by a vote of at least three-fifths of its governing body, such vehicular traffic on all or portions of the beaches under its jurisdiction. Any such local government shall be authorized by a three-fifths vote of its governing body to charge a reasonable fee for vehicular traffic access. The revenues from any such fees shall be used only for beach maintenance; beach-related traffic management and parking; beach-related law enforcement and liability insurance; or beach-related sanitation, lifeguard, or other staff purposes. Except where authorized by the local government, any person driving any vehicle on, over, or across the beach shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.History.—s. 36, ch. 85-55; s. 5, ch. 86-191; s. 23, ch. 87-224; s. 2, ch. 88-106; s. 2, ch. 89-249.
FL Stat § 161.70 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part IV - Oceans and Coastal Resources Act (Ss. 161.70-161.76)|161.70 - Short title.

161.70 Short title.—This part may be cited as the “Oceans and Coastal Resources Act.”History.—s. 1, ch. 2005-166.
FL Stat § 161.71 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XI - County Organization and Intergovernmental Relations|Chapter 161 - Beach and Shore Preservation|Part IV - Oceans and Coastal Resources Act (Ss. 161.70-161.76)|161.71 - Definitions.

161.71 Definitions.—As used in this part, the term:(1) “Commission” means the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission created in s. 9, Art. IV of the State Constitution.(2) “Council” means the Florida Oceans and Coastal Council created by this act.(3) “Department” means the Department of Environmental Protection.(4) “Executive director” means the executive director of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.(5) “Oceans” means those waters from the mean high-water line outward to the state’s jurisdictional boundary and those United States waters in which this state has an interest.(6) “Secretary” means the secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection.History.—s. 1, ch. 2005-166.