https://www.broward.org/resilience/localconditions/Pages/default.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Environmental Conditions Story 1 Flood Conditions Residents in Broward County experience occasional flooding from either rainfall or high tide events. In recent years, increasing flood risks are being accounted for, as a result of sea level rise and other potential climate impacts. Current and future ...
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... Generally, these are activities that could potentially impact the air,
waters, soils, or other natural resources of the County. However, be advised that the regulations we enforce ... Clean debris means any solid waste which is virtually inert, which is not a pollution threat to ground water or surface
waters, is not a fire hazard, and is likely to retain its ...
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Banner Image Missing Drought Conditions Persist, Residents Urged to Conserve Water DATE: July 20, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Robert Rudolph Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-0328 EMAIL: rrudolph@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward is experiencing a drier than normal rainy season this year. Eastern parts of the County are ...
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https://www.broward.org/GoGreen/GreenGovernment/Pages/EnvironmentalProtectionandConservation.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Environmental Protection/Conservation Story 1 First in Flyways The Greater Fort Lauderdale Flyway Cities Coalition, a collaboration of the Nat ureSc ape Broward program, the National Wildlife Federation and 60 community partners, works to improve and expand habitat for migratory and resident wildlife ...
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https://www.broward.org/Planning/Pages/GIS.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM Story 1 Broward County GIS conducts geographic spatial analysis and mapping services while providing enterprise-wide governance for GIS, including establishing and maintaining standards and infrastructure for GIS within Broward County government. The GIS group is ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Boards and Committees Story 1 The Broward County Board of County Commissioners encourages public participation in county government by appointing Broward citizens to serve on boards, committees, commissions, task forces, agencies, and authorities. Broward County Commissioners are also ...
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https://www.broward.org/resilience/localconditions/Pages/WaterClimateResilienceModeling.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Water & Climate Resilience Modeling Story 1 Future Conditions Map Series Broward County is taking a forward-looking approach to planning for future conditions predicted as a result of climate change, specifically the impacts of sea level rise with an emphasis on planning and design requirements for ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 The Environmental Permitting Division has compiled these resources to assist with the research for environmental assessments in Broward County, Florida. These resources are not intended to be a complete list of all required research, and the Division cannot vouch for the accuracy of any ...
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https://www.broward.org/resilience/Planning/Pages/seawalls.aspx
... Berm means an earthen mound designed with impermeability to resist the flow of tidal
waters through it to an adjacent ... stem walls, or other infrastructure that impedes tidal
waters from flowing onto adjacent property or public ... A tidal flood barrier is presumed to be in disrepair if it allows tidal
waters to flow unimpeded through or over the ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Carousel Caption 1 Carousel Image 2 Carousel Caption 2 Carousel Image 3 Carousel Caption 3 Previous Next Quick Links Platting Story 1 Under Florida law, platting is the subdivision of property as recorded in the official records. In Broward County, platting is also used to evaluate ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Water Resource Assessment Story 1 Floridan Aquifer Feasibility Study The use of the Floridan Aquifer as an alternative water supply with increasing population and possible loss of traditional sources (to saltwater intrusion) requires additional studies for optimal and sustainable use. Phase 1 The ...
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https://www.broward.org/Climate/Pages/USACE.aspx
... Berm means an earthen mound designed with impermeability to resist the flow of tidal
waters through it to an adjacent ... stem walls, or other infrastructure that impedes tidal
waters from flowing onto adjacent property or public ... A tidal flood barrier is presumed to be in disrepair if it allows tidal
waters to flow unimpeded through or over the ...
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https://www.broward.org/Planning/Pages/Default.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Urban Planning Services The Urban Planning Division provides planning services to create a resilient built environment for residents and businesses. Story 1 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) The Urban Planning Division GIS Section conducts geographic spatial analysis and mapping services ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Building Permits Story 1 CodeFormsAndApplications.jpg ALL submittals requiring Development & Environmental Review will only be accepted electronically through ePermits OneStop. For buildings located in unincorporated Broward County or in a city we contract with, a permit is required for a wide ...
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https://www.broward.org/Air/EducationalPrograms/Pages/ThingsToPreventClimateChange.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Reduce Climate Change Story 1 10. Plant native, drought-resistant trees and shrubs around your home and outdoor air conditioning unit. For more information, visit the Environmental Protection Agency's climate change website. 9. Use an electric or push mower instead of a gasoline-powered mower to cut ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/WaterConservation/Pages/GreenInfrastructure.aspx
... Rain that falls on hard and impervious surfaces can't seep into the ground and, instead, runs off into surface
waters or onto nearby lands. This rainfall, or stormwater, runoff ... Once captured, the stormwater slowly seeps into the ground, instead of flowing into storm drains and surface
waters. Some rain gardens reduce pollution flow into waterways by as ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Climate News Story 1 County News Climate Change Action Plan 2020 Update The updated Climate Change Action Plan has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners and is available here . Implementing these actions will be the focus for the next four years, until the document is updated again in ...
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https://www.broward.org/resilience/localconditions/Pages/DroughtConditions.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Drought Conditions Story 1 Although Florida's rainfall totals are in the top 5 of US states, and Broward receives, in average, more rainfall than the State, the County's storage capacity is limited. As a result, when drought conditions occur we can be significantly affected. Most of Broward's water ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Plans and Programs Story 1 Broward County Land Use Plan The Broward County Planning Council is charged with the responsibility of preparing a countywide land use plan under the Charter of Broward County, Florida. Upon adoption of the Broward County Land Use Plan by the Broward County Commission, it ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Future Conditions Story 1 Future Conditions Groundwater Elevation Map In 2017, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners established a Future Conditions Map Series, intended to evolve with the application of best available science to develop models and provide data to update design ...
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https://www.broward.org/EnvironmentAndGrowth/ProgramResources/Publications/Pages/GIS.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Environmental Atlas Story 1 Historical Maps of Environmental Interest Environmental Atlas In 1992, Broward County joined thousands of organizations by implementing a geographical information system (GIS) into its operations. What is GIS? Quite simply, GIS is a way to geographically display and ...
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... and Crafts Program, from Florida Recycling Partnership 2019 Director Dan West elected to American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration 2019 Achievement Award -
Woofing Waters Dog Park, Quiet
Waters Park - National Association of Counties (NACo) 2019 Alan and Marsha Levy Champion of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Award - Senior Park Manager ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Story 1 Story 2 Resilient Environment Department The mission of the department is to further the resilience of individuals, built environment natural resources, and economy of Broward County, by providing for climate mitigation and adaptation planning, natural resource planning, management ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Carousel Caption 1 Carousel Image 2 Carousel Caption 2 Carousel Image 3 Carousel Caption 3 Previous Next Card Button 1 Card Button 2 Quick Links Story 1 Future Conditions Groundwater Elevation howgroundwateroccurs.jpg Ground water levels are expected to rise in the future due to the ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Create a Naturescape Story 1 Broward County residents and all types of properties - from homes to businesses to public facilities to schools can create a NatureScape by using Florida-Friendly landscaping Best Management Practices (BMPs) to create habitat for native and migratory wildlife, conserve ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=7231
Banner Image Missing August is National Water Quality Month With current drought conditions, practice these tips to protect Broward's natural resource DATE: August 13, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Maena Angelotti Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-1462 EMAIL: mangelotti@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Environmental Protection ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Regulated Enforcement Story 1 Scope of Enforcement Broward County's Resilient Environment Department (RED) uses its enforcement authority to facilitate enforcement actions and compliance with environmental, child care licensing, consumer protection, and building code regulations. Compliance with ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Comprehensive Plan Documents Story 1 BrowardNextText.png Function BrowardNEXT2.0 Element | Support Document Adopted March 28, 2019 unless otherwise noted (effective May 12, 2019) Some elements have been revised in 2021 & 2020; amendments in 2022 as noted ELEMENT-LandUse.jpg BMSD Land Use and ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Oversight Board Story 1 Per Broward County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 31 ½, Article V, an independent Oversight Board of volunteer professionals is responsible for reviewing projects for eligibility under Florida Statute 212.055(1), monitoring revenues and expenditures, and offering transparency ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Useful Links Active Bids Contract/Bid Results LEED Buildings Real Property OESBD Vendor Registration Story 1 Story 2 The Facilities Management Division provides a variety of services to County facilities, including repairs and maintenance, project management, space planning, security, ...
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