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5 Reasons Dock Permits Get Delayed in the Florida Keys — And How to Avoid Them

Dock permit delays Florida Keys Monroe County causes and solutions

After more than 40 years managing dock permit applications throughout Monroe County, the team at Glen Boe & Associates has seen the same delays happen again and again — and almost all of them are preventable. Understanding what causes dock permits to stall in the Florida Keys is the first step toward keeping your project … Read more

Dock vs. Swim Platform — Which Does Your Florida Keys Property Need?

When Florida Keys property owners ask about dock vs swim platform options, the answer depends on one key factor: water depth. One of the most common conversations we have with new clients goes like this — a property owner buys a waterfront lot, excited about having their own dock, and then discovers the water in … Read more

What Is the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and How Does It Affect Your Dock Permit?

IIf you need a dock permit in the Florida Keys, you will almost certainly deal with the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The FKNMS dock permit Florida Keys process confuses many property owners. This guide explains what the Sanctuary is, how it affects your project, and what to expect before construction begins. What Is the … Read more

How Long Does a Dock Permit Take in the Florida Keys?

Dock permitting project in Marathon, Florida Keys

If you own waterfront property in the Florida Keys, one of your first questions is probably this: how long will the permitting process take? The honest answer is that it depends. Project type, property location, agency workload, and application completeness all affect the timeline. After more than 40 years of managing dock permits in Monroe … Read more

How to Get a Dock Permit in Monroe County, Florida

Sunset view of private dock on turquoise water in the Florida Keys, illustrating dock permit process

If you’re planning to build a dock in the Florida Keys, you’ll need a dock permit in Monroe County before construction begins. At Glen Boe & Associates, we help you navigate the permitting process quickly and correctly so you can start building with confidence. ✅ What Permits Are Required? Most projects require approval from multiple … Read more

Benthic Surveys for Florida Keys Dock Project

Snorkeling survey in the Florida Keys during benthic assessment for dock permitting

Benthic surveys help identify sensitive marine habitats—such as seagrass, coral, and sponge communities—that may be affected by construction. At Glen Boe & Associates, we perform FKNMS-compliant benthic surveys to support marine permitting in the Florida Keys. Our team documents whether submerged resources are present within your proposed project area. This allows regulatory agencies to evaluate … Read more