USFWS Guidance for Post-storm demolition and debris cleanup/removal

These guidelines are intended to facilitate structure demolition and debris clean-up and removal adjacent to or within beach and dune habitats (primary, secondary, and scrub dunes) post-Hurricanes. They do not apply to the new construction or expansion of developments or structures. New/expansion construction should be coordinated with both the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service).  Updated contact information: 09/26/2022.

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