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ST. LUCIE COUNTY
. N077CE OF VEGETATION REMOVAL
APPLICATION
1. Please complete the requested information and submit to the St. Lucie County Environmental Resources
Department or Building & Zoning Department For additional information, please contact the
Environmental Resources Department at (772) 462-2526. Filing this application does not result in an
authorization to commence any vegetation removal or alteration. A Site Plan/Construction Plan must
be provided (in addition to the site plan provided to the Building Department) the plans must
accurately depict the location of all proposed buildings, structures, driveways, septic tanks, and other
improvements.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted in accordance with section 11.05.06 (c) of the St. Lucie County
Land Development Code. Within twenty (20) days after an application has been determined to be complete, the
Environmental Resources Department shall review the application and approve, approve with conditions, or
deny the application, based on the standards set forth in Section 6.00.05 of this Code. Applications requiring a
concurrent building permit will be processed within the same twenty (20) day timeframe, however will not be
released until the building permit is also approved.
Per Section 11.05.06 b. 6. of the St. Lucie County Land Development Code, the filing of an application shall be
deemed to extend permission to the Environmental Resources Director, or desigaee, to inspect the subject site
for purposes of evaluating the application. Please list any specific information such as a gate code or the necessity
of 24 hour notice due to cattle grazing, controlled bums, outside pets, etc.
In the event that it is determined that any federal or state protected species is resident on or dependent upon the
subject parcel, all development work which might adversely affect that individual species shall cease and stop
work The applicant shall immediately notify the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service, and the County. Appropriate protection to the satisfaction of all parties shall be
provided by the applicant prior to resuming development.
OWNERS
OWNERS
CITY: STATE: F-L_- ZIP:
CONTACT PHONE(S)#: -1 • a • 331,1
PARCEL SIZE: PROPERTY TAX ID #: U dG44 • Aib I - 1%1 C1 • A
GATE CODE (IF APPLICABLE):
EMAIL ADDRESS:
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER FOR PERMIT PICKUP: 337 9Tr3—
CONTRACTOR INFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE):
St. Lucie County Code and Compiled Laws requires that this type of work be done by a licensed contractor. if
applying for this permit under the ownerlbuilder exemption, see Disclosure Statement on page 4.
LAND CLEARING CONTRACTOR NAME: Pools by Greg. Inc.
ADDRESS: 8886 S Federal Hwy, PSL PHONE NUMBER: _772-337-9713
FLORIDA REG/CERT # (:Pcmung ST LUCIE CO. CERT. # 28371
BUILDING CONTRACTOR
ADDRESS: 8886 S Federal Hwy, SI PHONE NUMBER: 772-337-9713
UPDATED 52014
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COMPLETE EITHER PART I OR 11 BELOW:
PART I - EXEMPTION
Any person who intends to remove or cause the death of any vegetation pursuant to any of the following
exemptions must first fill out Part I of this form. The burden of proving entitlement to any particular exemption
shall lie, at all times, with the person or persons claiming the exemption.
PLEASE CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
_I . The minimal removal of vegetation necessary for the clearing of a path not to exceed 4' in width, to
provide physical access or view necessary to conduct a survey or site examination OR 10' in width
to provide vehicular access necessary to conduct soil tests, for the preparation of bona fide site
development plans or vegetation inventories; provided such clearing or removal is conducted under
the direction of a Florida registered surveyor or engineer. Fee: S55
2. The removal of vegetation in a utility easement, drainage easement, storm water management tract or
facility, or right-of-way provided such work is done by or under the control of the operating utility
company and that company has obtained all necessary licenses or permits to provide utility service
through the easement. Fee: $55
_3. The removal of vegetation which has been determined to be a safety hazard, destroyed or damaged
beyond saving by natural causes or causes not covered by other sections of this chapter, is infected
with disease or is infested with insects, or which constitutes immediate peril to life property or other
trees. Fee: $55
4. The removal of native vegetation, upon any detached single family residential lot or parcel of
land having an area of one (1) acre or less. This exemption is, however, subject to the following
conditions: Fee: $55
A) Nothing in this exemption shall exempt any person from the landscaping requirements set forth in
Section 7.09.00 of the St. Lucie County Land Development Code,
B) This exemption shall not be construed to allow the removal or alteration of any protected vegetation
without a Vegetation Removal Permit on any lot or parcel of land by its subdivider unless the
subdivider intends to construct a residential unit or units upon the lot or parcel of land prior to its
sale.
C) No native vegetation twenty-four inches (24"), or greater, dbh shall be removed from any
residential parcel (including those in the AG-5, AG-2.5, AG-1, AR-1, RE-1, and R/C zoning
districts), regardless of parcel size, without an approved Vegetation Removal Permit and an
approved mitigation plan.
_5. The removal of any non-native vegetation. Fee: $55 which will be waived for removal of invasive
exotics only for single family homeowner or property owner's association removing exotics.
X 6. No vegetation to be removed. Fee: $55
7. The following activities do not require the application of a Notice of Vegetation Removal, however
may require Building Permit approval or other such authorization: Fee: None
A) Preserve and Parks Management Activities. Vegetation removal activities associated with an
adopted management plan for government maintained parks, recreation areas, wildlife
management areas, conservation areas and preserves. The purpose of the vegetation removal
activity shall be to protect and preserve the natural values and functions of the ecological
communities present, such as, clearing for firebreaks, conducting prescribed bums, or
construction of fences.
B) Existing Agricultural Operations. Vegetation removal associated with subsequent harvesting
activities, except within required preserve areas or deeded conservation easements, which are part
of the on -going activities of the existing operation shall not require a permit. Initial clearing of a
site is not an exempt activity. Bona fide agricultural activities include commercial nursery, tree
farm, aquaculture, ranch, or similar operation.
C) Routine Landscape Maintenance. Trimming or pruning of vegetation which is not intended to
result in the eventual death of the vegetation, mowing of yards or lawns, or any other landscaping
or gardening activity which is commonly recognized as routine maintenance, replacement or re-
landscaping.
UPDATED 52014
PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS NOTARIZED:
I CERTIFY THAT: (CHECK ONE)
A. ( ) I AM THE OWNER OF RECORD OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED
PROPERTY AND WILL BE CONDUCTING THE WORK AS OWNER/BUELDER.
DisclosureStatement. State law regw/ corcbrrcbbn to bedone by licensed contractots. You have applied fora permit under
an exemption to thatlaw. 777e exemption allows you, as the owner of your property, to actas your own contractor witli certain
restrictions even through you do not have a lrense. You must provide direct onsite supervision of the construction yoursdf.
You may build or improve a one -family or two-family residence or a farm outbuilding. You may also build or improve a
commerda/ building, provided your costs do not exceed $75000. The building or residence must be for your own use or
occupancy. It may not be built or substantially improved for sale or lease. If you sell or lease a &Ading you have built or
substantially improved yourself wftn 1 year alter the construction is complete, the law will presume Mat you built or
substantially improved it for sale or lease, which is a violation of this exemption. You may not hire an unlicensed person to act
as your contractor or to supervise people working on your buildirg. It /.s your responsibility to make sure Mat people employed
by you have licenses required by state law and by county or muniapal licensing ordinances. You may not delegate the
responsibility for supervising work to a licensed contractor who is not licensed to perform Me work being done. Any person
working on your building who is not licensed must work under your direct supervision and must be employed by you, which
means Mat you must deduct F.I.CA. and withholding tax and provide workers' compensation for that employee, all as
prescribed by law. Your construction must comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, building codes, and zoning regulations
B. ( ) 1 AM NOT THE OWNER OF RECORD OF THE ABOVED
DESCRIBED PROPERTY; HOWEVER I HAVE AUTHORITY TO ACT AS AGENT
FOR THE OWNER OF RECORD. (St. Lucie County Code and Compiled Lows requires
that this type ojrvork be done by a licensed contractor. PLEASE PROVIDE
DOCUMENTATION).
I CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION SUBMITTED WITH THIS APPLICATION IS TRUE AND
COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE i
OWNER/ AGENT SIGNATURE CONTRACTOY SIGNA RE
STATE OF FLORIDA,
COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged
before me this _ day of . 20_,
by who is
personally know to me or has produced
as identification.
Signature of Notary
Type or Print Name of Notary
Notary Public
(SEAL):
_ Title
Commission Number
STATE OF FLORIDA,
COUNTY OF ST. LUCIE
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged
before a this � day of �, 20D
by �G who is
personally kn w to me or has produced
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Signature
Type or Print Name of Notary
Notary Public_ Title
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REVIEWED/ APPROVED BY:
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