Florida § 373.117 - Certification by professional engineer.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 373.117 — Certification by professional engineer., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 373.117. Certification by professional engineer.
(1) If an application for a permit or license to conduct an activity regulated under this chapter requires the services of a professional engineer as regulated and defined by chapter 471, the department or governing board of a water management district may require, as a condition of granting a permit or license, that a professional engineer licensed under chapter 471 certify upon completion of the permitted or licensed activity that such activity has been completed in substantial conformance with the plans and specifications approved by the department or board. (2) The cost of such certification by a professional engineer shall be borne by the permittee. (3) No permitted or licensed activity which is required to be so certified shall be placed into use or operation until the professional engineer’s certificate is filed with the department or board.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 373.117
What does Florida Statutes § 373.117 cover?
Section 373.117 ("Certification by professional engineer.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 373.117?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 373.117 apply to my situation?
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