Permit Applications

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16 permit types found

Docks & Structures

Private Dock Permit

Application for construction or modification of a private residential dock on GRDA lakes. Includes safety and construction standards compliance.

$400 - $1,800 (size-based)30-60 days

Private Dock (Directional Bearing)

Dock permit requiring directional bearing survey for complex installations or locations near navigation channels.

$400 - $1,800 + survey costs45-90 days

Commercial / HOA Dock Projects

Permits for commercial marinas, HOA community docks, and large-scale dock installations accommodating multiple watercraft.

Varies by project scope60-180 days

Breakwater Installation

Permit for installation of breakwater structures to protect docks and shoreline from wave action.

$500+ (length-based, $0.06/sq ft annually)30-60 days

Shoreline & Land

Dredging & Excavation

Permit for dredging operations including sediment removal, excavation, and shoreline restoration. Requires multi-agency review.

Dredging prohibited April 1 - July 31 (fish spawning season)
$500 (7-year permit)6-12+ months

Retaining Wall / Boat Ramp / Tram / Rip Rap

Construction permit for shoreline structures including retaining walls, boat ramps, tram systems, and rip rap stabilization.

$200 - $30030-60 days

Vegetation Management

Permit for clearing, trimming, or managing vegetation on GRDA-controlled shoreline property.

No work April 1 - July 31 (bat maternity season), except hazardous trees
Per fee schedule14-30 days

Encroachment License

License for structures or improvements that encroach on GRDA property or easement areas.

Per assessment30-90 days

Water & Buoys

Buoy Permit / Replacement

Application for private no-wake buoy placement or replacement of existing buoys on GRDA waters.

$500 (non-refundable)30-45 days

Domestic Raw Water

Permit for domestic use of raw water from GRDA-managed lakes and waterways.

Per assessment30-60 days

Events & Commercial

Fishing Tournament

Permit for organized fishing tournaments on GRDA lakes. Required for all sanctioned competitive fishing events.

Per event schedule14-30 days

Sanctioned Special Event

Permit for special events held on or near GRDA waters, including boat shows, lake festivals, and community events.

Per event schedule30-60 days

Commercial Operations Permit

Permit for commercial business operations on GRDA waters including marinas, boat rentals, and tour operations.

Per assessment60-90 days

Trees & Habitat

Permit to Cut Hazardous Trees

Permit for removal of hazardous trees on GRDA property. Hazardous trees may be removed year-round, unlike general vegetation management.

No fee7-14 days

Transfers & Notifications

Notification of Private Dock Sale

Required notification when a permitted dock changes ownership through property sale. New owner must complete a new application.

No fee7-14 days

Electrical Certification Form

Required certification that dock electrical systems meet National Electric Code standards. Must be completed by a licensed electrician.

No feeSubmitted with dock application