Gopher Tortoise Survey & Relocation – North Port, Florida

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Gopher Tortoise Survey & Relocation – North Port, Florida

Protect your project timeline and ensure full compliance with Florida’s environmental laws through our expert Gopher Tortoise Survey and Relocation Services. Whether you’re planning residential development, commercial construction, land clearing, or conducting due diligence for land acquisition, identifying and legally relocating gopher tortoises is required by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) before any site work begins.

Our FWC-authorized gopher tortoise agents provide specialized services including:

  • 🔍 FWC-compliant gopher tortoise burrow surveys to locate and assess tortoise burrows accurately

  • 📄 Relocation permit preparation and submission to the FWC to secure legal authorization

  • 🩺 Health assessments and excavation coordination for the safe handling and movement of tortoises

  • 🐢 Relocation to FWC-approved recipient sites, ensuring compliance with conservation guidelines

  • 🤝 Full agency coordination with FWC and local permitting authorities for smooth permit approvals

We provide thorough surveys, detailed documentation, and step-by-step guidance to help you obtain permits quickly, reducing delays and avoiding costly violations.

We proudly serve property owners, builders, developers, and engineers in Lakeland, Winter Haven, North Port, Sarasota, Tampa, Orlando, St. Cloud, Wesley Chapel, and surrounding areas throughout Florida. With deep knowledge of regional permitting requirements and a strong record of successful approvals, our team ensures your project moves forward efficiently while protecting this important threatened species.

Fast turnaround times
Accurate fieldwork
Fully licensed and insured

📞 Call 813-701-6444
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