Environmental
In Florida, wetlands are regulated primarily by which agency?
AFlorida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
BFlorida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and Water Management Districts✓ Correct
CFlorida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
DU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Explanation
Wetlands in Florida are regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and the five regional Water Management Districts, as well as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at the federal level. Development in wetlands requires permits.
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