fl-31365937: 68D-21.004 — The proposed rule amendments implement the new statutory criteria outlined in section 327.46(1)(c)1., Florida Statutes, which authorizes...

31365937, 68D-21.004 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register - FAC, FAR, eRulemaking Home About Us Contact Us Help Florida Department of State and Division of Library and Information Services Home Advanced Search MyFLRules Rules Open for Comments Notice: 31365937 Notice of Proposed Rule Department: FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION Division: Vessel Registration and Boating Safety Chapter: Approval of Local Ordinances Establishing Boating-Restricted Areas Overview RULE: 68D-21.004   Criteria for Approval of Ordinances PURPOSE: The proposed rule amendments implement the new statutory criteria outlined in section 327.46(1)(c)1., Florida Statutes, which authorizes local governments to establish boating restricted areas extending up to 1,000 feet from a confluence of water bodies presenting a blind corner when necessary to ensure safe navigation and visibility for approaching vessels. These changes provide clarity to applicants and promote consistent review of ordinance review applications.

Summary

The proposed rule amendment implements Legislative changes to section 327.46(1)(c)1., F.S., allowing boating restricted areas created by local governments to extend beyond 300 feet from a blind corner, by establishing the data and information the Commission may consider when determining whether the statutory criteria have been met. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: 327.04, 327.46, FS. LAW: 327.46, FS. PRINT PUBLISH DATE: 9/14/2026   Vol. 52/178

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