Residential Property Owners

If you own land that is home to gopher tortoises, you may be legally required to relocate them before any land development, construction, or clearing activities. Gopher tortoises are a protected species in Florida, and disturbing their burrows without proper permits can result in legal fines and project delays.

We specialize in helping homeowners navigate Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) regulations, ensuring a smooth, stress-free, and compliant process for gopher tortoise management.

How We Help Residential Property Owners

  • Gopher Tortoise Surveys – We conduct Phase I “Piece of Mind” or Phase II Total Land Surveys to determine if gopher tortoises are present and assess their population.
  • Permitting Assistance – We handle all required FWC permits, ensuring you meet compliance requirements.
  • Capture & Relocation – Using FWC-approved methods, we safely relocate gopher tortoises to approved recipient sites.
  • Mapping & Compliance Reports – We provide all documentation required for land use approvals.
  • Fast & Affordable Service – We work efficiently to keep your project on track while minimizing costs.
Residential Property Owners

Why Choose Us?

We Simplify the Process

No need to worry about paperwork or regulations—we take care of everything.

Avoid Legal Issues & Fines

We ensure full compliance with FWC guidelines, so you don’t risk penalties.

Fast Turnaround Times

We work quickly to prevent unnecessary delays in your project.

Ethical & Humane Solutions

Our team follows strict conservation practices to protect gopher tortoises and their habitat.

FAQ

Common Questions from Homeowners

Yes. Gopher tortoises and their burrows are protected by Florida law. A permit is required before any relocation can occur. We take care of the entire permitting process for you.

Gopher tortoises dig burrows that can be identified by their half-moon-shaped entrance and sandy mound at the opening. Our experts conduct on-site surveys to confirm their presence.

They are moved to FWC-approved recipient sites, where they are monitored and protected in suitable habitats.

The timeline depends on the number of burrows and the permitting process, but we work to ensure a fast and efficient relocation.

Start Your Gopher Tortoise Assessment Today

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Our team will review your site and guide you through the permitting and relocation process—fast, compliant, and hassle-free.

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