Seawall Permits & Dock Permitting — Tampa & Florida Coastal Areas

Building or repairing a seawall or dock on Florida’s coast? Foundation Masters, LLC is your trusted partner for engineering, permitting, and construction.
Our licensed civil and marine engineers guide you through the entire process — from site evaluation and sealed plans to permitting with the City of Tampa, Tampa Port Authority, Hillsborough County EPC, and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).

Seawall & Dock Permits in the Tampa Area

All seawall and dock permits in Tampa are reviewed to ensure structures are properly constructed and meet City of Tampa Flood Damage Control requirements for velocity zones.
Along with the standard Project Application, you must provide:

• A signed and sealed survey showing the seawall location
• A wall section with structural details
• An engineer or architect certification confirming compliance with the City of Tampa code

Before submitting to the City of Tampa, you must obtain approval from the Tampa Port Authority (Port Tampa Bay) or the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) if applicable.

Seawall Permitting — Florida Statewide Requirements

In addition to local approvals, most marine construction projects must comply with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).
The FDEP regulates seawall construction, docks, and shoreline modifications to protect coastal resources and manage flood and erosion risk.

Foundation Masters, LLC helps you navigate every step — from environmental review and sealed drawings to FDEP applications and agency coordination.

Dock & Seawall Permit Application Checklist

This checklist summarizes common requirements. Always confirm with your local building department — or let our team handle it for you.

Applications

• Building Permit Application
• Copy of the signed contract
• Electrical Permit Application (if applicable)
• Plumbing Permit Application (if applicable)

Plans to Submit (2 Sets Each)

• Dock / seawall plans and signed & sealed survey
• Site plan approval
• Two copies of County Water & Navigation Control Authority Permit (if required)
• Two surveys / site plans showing location and access

Contractor Requirements

Contractors and subcontractors must be currently registered and licensed with the applicable City or County.

Inspections Typically Required

• Concrete forms and ground ties
• Framing for dock (if applicable)
• Final dock / seawall inspection
• Underground electric (if applicable)
• Final electrical inspection (if applicable)

⚠️ Requirements vary by municipality and county. Always verify with your local building department or call Foundation Masters for guidance.

Why Work With Foundation Masters for Seawall Permitting

• Full-service engineering & permitting — we create signed & sealed plans, manage approvals, and handle agency communication.
• Local expertise — extensive experience with Tampa Port Authority, Hillsborough EPC, and FDEP processes.
• Construction & warranty — one company handles everything from design to build, backed by lifetime structural warranties.

From docks to large-scale seawalls, we ensure your project meets flood damage control standards and is built to last.

Get Help With Seawall Permitting

Avoid delays and rejections by working with Florida’s trusted marine engineering firm.
Call 813-614-1718 or contact Foundation Masters to start your seawall or dock permit application today.
We’ll handle surveys, engineering, and agency approvals to keep your project on track.