Development Services and fire marshal flag DOT permit, sidewalk and hydrant requirements

Sep 22, 2026

Development Services told the applicant that any work on US 17 will require a DOT permit and a six-foot sidewalk along the frontage; the Fire Marshal's Office said the Florida Fire Prevention Code requires a fire hydrant within 400 feet of the buildings.

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Tim Davidson of Development Services told the applicant that any improvements on US 17 will require a permit from the Department of Transportation and that "All the sidewalks need to be 6 foot wide." He also reminded the applicant that drainage calculations and a geotechnical report must be included with formal submittal and that DRC approval is required prior to breaking ground.

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