These data document the locations and attributes of Freshwater Aquatic Plant Removal Permit Applications and Permits. Aquatic vegetation plays an important role in maintaining and protecting water quality, providing shoreline stabilization and ensuring balanced fish and wildlife populations. Therefore, Florida law (F.S. 369.20) requires all persons intending to control or remove aquatic vegetation from the waters of the state to obtain a permit from the Commission's Invasive Plant Management Section unless an exemption for the activity has been provided in statute or rule (Chapters 68F-20).
This map provides access to and information on FWC freshwater aquatic plant removal permit status in Florida.
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