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Manatee County Stormwater Management & Drainage Engineering

Manatee County property owners face specific drainage and stormwater requirements governed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD). CivilSmart's Licensed Professional Engineers provide PE-stamped drainage plans, stormwater management designs, and full permit coordination for residential and commercial projects throughout Manatee County.

1,000+ Projects 100% Permit Approval Since 2004

Our Engineering Services in Manatee County

Licensed Professional Engineers delivering PE-stamped drainage designs, stormwater management, and permit services.

Residential Drainage Design

PE-stamped drainage plans for Manatee County homes. Yard flooding, pool drainage, grading permits, and stormwater management for residential properties.

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Commercial Stormwater

Commercial stormwater management for Manatee County developments. Site plans, detention/retention design, and SWFWMD ERP compliance.

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Permit Services

Full drainage permit management for Manatee County. SWFWMD ERP applications, and local permit processing.

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Manatee County Drainage Regulations

Governed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD)

Local Stormwater Ordinance

Manatee County enforces its own stormwater ordinance with requirements that may exceed SWFWMD minimums. Projects must comply with both local and district standards.

Detailed Design Manual

Detailed Design Manual (April 2025)

50% flow reduction in peak-sensitive areas

50% flow reduction in peak-sensitive areas

Ordinance 00-02

Ordinance 00-02 ($2,000/day illicit discharge fines)

Design Storm

25-year, 24-hour (open basins); 100-year, 24-hour (closed basins)

Special Requirements

  • Detailed Design Manual (April 2025)
  • 50% flow reduction in peak-sensitive areas
  • Ordinance 00-02 ($2,000/day illicit discharge fines)

How We Work in Manatee County

1

Contact & Consult

Describe your Manatee County drainage challenge. We assess your situation and outline the engineering approach.

2

Site Assessment

We evaluate your property, review existing conditions, survey elevations, and identify regulatory requirements.

3

Design & Engineering

Our licensed professional engineer creates SWFWMD-compliant drainage plans, PE-stamped and ready for permit submission.

4

Permit & Approval

We submit to SWFWMD and Manatee County, manage revisions, and deliver your approved drainage permit.

We engineer the solution — you get the approved permit.

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Manatee County Drainage Engineering FAQ

Yes, Manatee County requires drainage plans for development and redevelopment projects. Manatee County falls under the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), 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 Manatee 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.
Manatee County drainage projects must comply with SWFWMD Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) requirements under Chapter 62-330, F.A.C. Additionally, Manatee County enforces its own local stormwater ordinance that may impose stricter requirements than state minimums. Key local requirements include: Detailed Design Manual (April 2025); 50% flow reduction in peak-sensitive areas. CivilSmart's engineers are experienced with all applicable Manatee County regulations.

Ready to Solve Your Manatee County Drainage Problem?

Get a free quote from Florida's drainage engineering specialists. PE-stamped plans, full permit coordination, and 100% approval rate.

Licensed Professional Engineers | 1,000+ Projects | 100% Permit Approval | Since 2004