Fla. Admin. Code R. 40E-2.321 (2026)

General Duration Provision. When requested by an applicant, a consumptive use permit shall have a duration of 20 years provided the applicant provides sufficient data to demonstrate reasonable assurance that the proposed use meets the conditions for issuance for the requested 20 year permit duration; or otherwise, permits may be issued for a shorter duration that reflects the period for which such reasonable assurances can be provided. This determination will be made pursuant to requirements in Rule 40E-2.301, F.A.C., and the “Applicant’s Handbook for Water Use Permit Applications within the South Florida Water Management District,” incorporated by reference in Rule 40E-2.091, F.A.C.

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.171, 373.216 FS. Law Implemented 373.236 FS. History–New 9-3-81, Amended 2-24-85, 4-20-94, 7-11-96, 8-31-03, 4-23-07, 2-13-08, 7-14-14.

Effective: 7/14/2014.