Florida Incidental Take Permits
Protected Species Permitting Across Florida
Creative Environmental Solutions, Inc. (CES) provides complete support for securing Florida Incidental Take Permits for commercial, industrial, agricultural, and municipal projects statewide. With over 30 years of experience in environmental permitting and wildlife compliance, CES helps clients meet the requirements of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) when protected species are present or potentially impacted.
Whether your site involves gopher tortoises, indigo snakes, or other state or federally listed species, CES delivers biological assessments, permitting strategies, and coordination services to secure the necessary approvals for lawful incidental take or relocation, helping projects move forward while remaining compliant with conservation laws.

Why Choose CES for Florida Incidental Take Permits
Permitting Expertise for Wildlife Impact and Relocation Projects
Proven Expertise with Listed Species
CES has extensive experience conducting protected species surveys and supporting permitting for incidental take or relocation of species like the gopher tortoise, indigo snake, and other state- and federally-listed wildlife.
Full-Service Incidental Take Permit Support
As a full-service incidental take permit service, CES handles everything from initial habitat assessments to agency negotiation and final permit documentation, streamlining your project timeline.
Thorough Biological Assessments
Our team conducts species-specific surveys and habitat evaluations in accordance with FWC and USFWS protocols, which helps determine the appropriate level of permitting and mitigation.
Strategic Relocation and Mitigation Planning
When relocation is required, CES develops detailed plans that meet regulatory standards and coordinates with permitted recipient sites, ensuring legal and ethical handling of protected species.
Integrated Permitting Solutions
Many projects involving listed species also require environmental resource permits, wetland delineations, or stormwater management plans. CES integrates these services for more efficient approvals.
Strong Agency Coordination
CES maintains open and proactive communication with FWC and USFWS staff, addressing reviewer concerns early and helping clients avoid delays or rejections.
Cost-Effective Permit Strategies
We help clients avoid unnecessary relocation costs and minimize mitigation expenses by tailoring permit applications to real, site-specific conditions.
Compliance with State and Federal Laws
Our team ensures that all Incidental Take Permits comply with the Florida Endangered and Threatened Species Rule, the Federal Endangered Species Act, and related conservation statutes.
Trusted by Developers and Municipalities
From housing subdivisions to utility projects, CES has helped secure Florida Incidental Take Permits for a wide range of developments, ensuring progress while protecting species and ecosystems.
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Comprehensive Florida Incidental Take Permit Services
CES supports every phase of the incidental take permitting process, from early assessment to post-permit compliance.
- Species surveys and habitat assessments
- Gopher tortoise relocation permitting
- Indigo snake protection planning
- Mitigation planning and cost estimation
- Coordination with FWC and USFWS
- Incidental take applications and supporting documentation
- Site monitoring and reporting
- Endangered species compliance strategies
- Integration with environmental resource permits and stormwater plans
Our Florida Incidental Take Permitting Process
- Initial habitat screening and species surveys
- Determination of permitting requirements
- Mitigation planning and relocation coordination
- Application submission and agency negotiation
- Post-permit compliance and reporting
Choose CES for Environmental Permitting Services
We are here to provide you with the expertise and solutions needed to address your environmental challenges effectively.
Testimonials
Whether you are a member of a governmental organization, a private business entity, or an individual, we can help.
Creative Environmental Solutions is a top-notch, professional environmental consulting firm with decades of experience in the field and industry. George Foster and his Team are personable, timely, and knowledgeable with a reputation for quality and reliability amongst both private and government sector entities involved in the Environmental arena. I would fully recommend that you consider Creative Environmental Solutions for your environmental consulting service needs.
Creative Environmental Solutions has been providing environmental and engineering services to support our concrete ready mix and block plants across Florida for decades, including industrial wastewater and water use permitting and compliance, wetland and listed species surveys, contamination assessment and remediation services, and more. We contact CES when we have a problem! I highly recommend their services.
Creative Environmental has been responsible for industrial and domestic waste water permitting and monitoring at our Florida facilities since the 1990s. They have provided consistent and high-quality service and have always been just a phone call away. I would recommend CES and their comprehensive staff without hesitation, knowing the quality of workmanship and results are trusted.