Davie Enhances Floodplain Construction Certificate Oversight with Updated Procedures

The Town of Davie has updated its procedures for managing floodplain construction certificates, a move designed to enhance oversight and ensure community safety. These new procedures, which the Town updated on April 30, 2025, cover various required documents, including Elevation Certificates, Floodproofing Certificates, and engineered flood opening certificates.

The updated document outlines how the Town determines, collects, and reviews these certificate types. It also details specific steps for correcting any deficiencies found in submitted certificates. This ensures all construction within floodplains meets necessary standards.

Davie stores and archives these certificates for future reference. The updated procedures also explain how the Town makes these certificates available to the public. Florida's broad public records laws dictate that all records of the state or its political subdivisions are open for public inspection and copying, subject to certain exemptions. This policy aligns with the Florida Constitution.

Residents should note that under Florida law, email addresses sent to the Town are public records. If a resident does not want their email address released in response to a public records request, they should contact the Town by phone or in writing instead of sending electronic mail.

These updated procedures aim to streamline the process for both residents and Town officials, promoting compliance and contributing to the overall safety of the community in flood-prone areas.