overview
Navigating regulatory requirements for timely project delivery
Securing necessary approvals is a critical step for any land development project. At eda consultants, inc., we provide comprehensive permitting services for our clients’ projects. Drawing on decades of professional experience in Florida, our team consists of experts in securing a wide variety of complex permits.
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approach
Our integrated, multidisciplinary team works in-house to handle every facet of the approval process, ensuring a holistic understanding of regulatory challenges and constraints at the project outset. Our licensed Professional Engineers, certified Planners, and Professional Surveyors have extensive experience navigating Florida’s complex permitting landscape.
Permitting can be a tricky and time-consuming process because it involves multiple agencies and regulations. At eda, we help you navigate different agencies’ codes and obtain the necessary permits to legally carry out your project. We act as your guide to ensure all paperwork and processes are completed accurately, so you don’t waste time and resources on delays.
We are committed to helping your project progress expeditiously and efficiently. We leverage our in-depth knowledge of agency requirements and existing relationships with reviewers to streamline the issuance of necessary approvals. Furthermore, our active engagement throughout the design process ensures strict adherence to both design intent and permit requirements.
core services
We regularly apply for and receive the following types of permits and approvals:
Land Development & Site Approvals
Site plan approval, development entitlements, Special Use Permits, Special Exceptions, PD Amendments.
Water Resources & Environmental Permits
Stormwater permits, Environmental Resource Permits (ERP), and Level-of-Service (LOS) analyses. This includes supporting FDEP permitting and FEMA map changes.
Utility & Infrastructure Permitting
Utility permits, FDEP permitting for domestic wastewater collection/transmission systems, and water main extensions for public water systems.
Roadway & Transportation Approvals
Roadway design approvals, FDOT Access, Drainage, and Utility Permits, and Right-of-Way connection/utilization permits.
Zoning & Land Use
Special Use Permits, Special Exceptions, and zoning approvals.
Permit Maintenance
Permit renewals, modifications, and project phasing strategies.
regulatory partners
Local municipalities and county agencies
Water Management Districts (SJRWMD, SRWMD & SWFWMD)
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
Utility companies and providers (GRU, Duke Energy, Clay Electric)
Health departments
FEMA flood plain related applications
faqs
What types of permits does eda consultants handle for land development projects?
EDA provides full-service permitting support, including site development approvals, stormwater and environmental permits, roadway and utility permits, and zoning and land-use entitlements for projects across Florida.
How does eda help speed up the permitting and approval process?
Our in-house team of engineers, planners, and surveyors manages every stage of the process. We coordinate directly with reviewing agencies, anticipate potential delays, and ensure all submittals meet regulatory requirements—saving clients time and minimizing costly revisions.
Which agencies does eda coordinate with during the permitting process?
We regularly work with local governments, regional water management districts, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), and other utility and environmental agencies to secure timely approvals for our clients.