Leon County Stormwater Management & Drainage Engineering

Yes, Leon County requires drainage plans for development and redevelopment projects. Leon County falls under the Northwest Florida Water Management District (NWFWMD), which administers Environmental Resource Permits (ERPs) for projects exceeding general permit thresholds. Professional engineering support is recommended for permit applications. CivilSmart handles the entire permitting process from design through approval.

Residential drainage design in Leon County typically ranges from $3,000–$8,000 for standard properties, with complex projects (flood zones, retention/detention systems, large lots) ranging from $5,000–$15,000+. Commercial stormwater management starts at $10,000 and scales with project complexity. Every CivilSmart project begins with a free custom quote based on your specific property and regulatory requirements.

Leon County drainage projects must comply with NWFWMD Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) requirements under Chapter 62-330, F.A.C. Additionally, Leon County enforces its own local stormwater ordinance that may impose stricter requirements than state minimums. Key local requirements include: Countywide environmental standards override municipal rules; Standards based on water basins, not political boundaries. CivilSmart's engineers are experienced with all applicable Leon County regulations.