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POST IRMA EMERGENCY REPAIRS TO DOCKS, SEAWALLS, ETC.

Post-Storm Guidance Environmental Resource Permitting Emergency Final Order Authorizations (Docks, Boatlifts, Bulkheads, Etc.) I need to make repairs, what can I do without talking to or notifying the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)? The Emergency Final Order’s (EFO’s) intention is to let people repair what was legally there immediately before the hurricane. Anyone can do […]

David M. Levin, Esq.September 14, 2017

POST IRMA BEACH AND COASTAL CONSTRUCTION RESTORATION

POST-STORM GUIDANCE COASTAL CONSTRUCTION CONTROL LINE In response to an emergency created by the landfall of tropical systems, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) may issue an Emergency Final Order (EFO) that waives specific rules and statutes to address the need for immediate response and recovery actions. The DEP Division of Water Resource Management […]

David M. Levin, Esq.September 14, 2017

FDEP EMERGENCY FINAL ORDER NO. 17-0989

The following is a summary of those portions of FDEP Emergency Final Order No. 17-0989 which are particularly relevant to owners of waterfront and near waterfront property. Note: Each local government may have their own emergency regulations that may be imposed in addition to those covered by the State’s Emergency Final Order. Before conducting any […]

David M. Levin, Esq.September 14, 2017

National Coastal Conference

ENVIRONMENTAL ATTORNEY DAVID LEVIN TO GIVE PRESENTATION AT NATIONAL COASTAL CONFERENCE Attorney David M. Levin, a Shareholder with the Sarasota Law Firm, Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg, P.A. has been invited to speak this week at the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA)’s National Coastal Conference in Long Branch, New Jersey.

David M. Levin, Esq.October 27, 2016

2016 National Coastal Conference

Florida Waterfront Lawyer Available for Meetings

Can I have a boat dock? Can I expand an existing dock? Can I have a swimming pool? Can I add on to an existing residence? David Levin, environmental & waterfront property lawyer in Sarasota Florida, can cover the legal answers to these questions and more.

David M. Levin, Esq.October 4, 2016

NASCAR’s First Israeli Driver to Compete in NASCAR Camping World Truck Series

SARASOTA, FLORIDA – History will be made on September 24 when Israeli native Alon Day will drive for Contreras Motorsports in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Loudon, New Hampshire. Day will be the first Israeli to race in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. He will be driving […]

David M. Levin, Esq.September 21, 2016

The Teen Court of Sarasota 2016 Giving Challenge

We are proud to support The Teen Court of Sarasota all year round! This great organization is helping mold the next generation of lawyers and legal professionals right here in Sarasota. The experiences they get in Teen Court are invaluable and can be life-altering. #BeTheOne

David M. Levin, Esq.September 16, 2016

Waterfront Due Diligence Seminar in Sarasota

Can I have a boat dock? Can I expand an existing dock? Can I have a swimming pool? Can I add on to an existing residence? David Levin will cover the legal answers to these questions on September 15th in Sarasota.

David M. Levin, Esq.September 7, 2016

Alon Day to Race #13 Car at Road America

After placing 13th at the Xfinity Series Mid-Ohio Challenge on August 13th, Alon Day will drive the #13 FLWaterfront.com Dodge on Saturday August 27th. Alon Day is a 24 year old native of Israel who has been featured in NASCAR’s NEXT Series of young drivers and was Israel’s Sportsman of the Year.

David M. Levin, Esq.August 25, 2016

Alon Day Takes the NASCAR XFinity Series by Storm

The #40 driver Alon Day placed 13th at the Mid-Ohio Challenge in just his first race in the United States! He’s got one more race coming up at Road America in Wisconsin Saturday August 27th. Here’s just some of the background on Alon’s amazing story.

David M. Levin, Esq.August 17, 2016

1.3 Million Jobs in Florida at Risk

Taken right from CaptainsForCleanWater.org “Florida’s $9.7 billion fishing industry (129,000 jobs), $10.4 billion boating industry (83,000 jobs) and $89.1 billion tourism industry (1.1 million jobs) need healthy estuaries to exist.”

David M. Levin, Esq.August 9, 2016

Beware of Freeboard

In the context of minimum flood elevation requirements, “Freeboard” is an additional height above the FEMA mandated minimum elevation in flood prone areas to afford an extra measure of protection from storm surge and flooding. While the term sounds beneficial, it must be noted that “freeboard ain’t free.” It comes with a penalty to existing […]

David M. Levin, Esq.August 3, 2016

The 10 Best Waterfront Locales Near Sarasota Florida

The part of Florida on the Gulf of Mexico commonly referred to as “Siesta Key” or “Sarasota” is actually a very large populated area that covers Manatee & Sarasota County. It is also commonly referred to as “Paradise” for its tropical climate, beautiful sandy beaches, high end restaurants and resorts & laid back lifestyle.

David M. Levin, Esq.July 26, 2016

Common Florida Dock Questions Answered

It’s important to know if you can build a dock on your Florida Waterfront Property. It’s also very important to know if your current dock is up to code. Here are some answers to commonly asked dock permitting questions.

David M. Levin, Esq.July 19, 2016

FEMA Flood Zone Maps in Manatee County

Learn about FEMA Flood Zone Maps in Manatee County as well as the proposed dates for changes in Sarasota County. This list includes Longboat Key, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach, Bradenton & unincorporated Manatee County.

David M. Levin, Esq.July 14, 2016

Carl Long Motorsports and MBM Racing Bring the Law to the Xfinity Firecracker 250

Carl Long will be driving the #40 car at this year’s Xfinity Firecracker 250. He has teamed up with MBM Racing to take his best shot at the checkered flag. Every team thinks their car, driver & team has an ace up their sleeve. Carl Long and the #40 car’s secret weapon? The law is […]

David M. Levin, Esq.July 1, 2016

Charitable Organizations I Support Around Sarasota

Along with my commitment to provide high quality legal representation, I am deeply dedicated to community service. I’m proud to have been a part of the Sarasota community for more than 25 years and I’m passionate about giving back to the community that has supported me for so long. Here are the charitable organizations I […]

David M. Levin, Esq.June 29, 2016

Where to Eat in Sarasota

Having a clean restaurant is a sign of a quality business. The same can be said for updating social media accounts with tasty pictures of food from that restaurant. I’ve put together a Twitter list of many of the Sarasota Restaurants that have Twitter. I’ve also included restaurants from Siesta Key, Casey Key, Longboat Key, […]

David M. Levin, Esq.June 23, 2016

Emergency Field Permits during a Florida State of Emergency

In advance of the approach of Tropical Storm Hermine, on Wednesday August 31st, Governor Scott declared a “State of Emergency” for much of the State of Florida.

David M. Levin, Esq.June 9, 2016

Gulf vs Intracoastal Florida Waterfront Property

What’s your preference between Florida Waterfront Property on the Gulf vs Waterfront Property on the Intracoastal Waterways? Does the beach life on the Gulf of Mexico always beat bayfront property? It is definitely subjective, but here are some of the pros and cons of each to help make your decision.

David M. Levin, Esq.June 8, 2016

Info on Buying “As-Is” Properties

Many waterfront or near waterfront properties are sold “AS-IS”. Generally this may mean that there is something wrong with the property that the Seller does not want to take any responsibility for. The mere fact that the Contract is an “AS-IS” contract does not mean that the Buyer cannot conduct a thorough due diligence review […]

David M. Levin, Esq.June 3, 2016