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Hernando County Stormwater Management & Drainage Engineering

Hernando County property owners face specific drainage and stormwater requirements governed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD). CivilSmart's Licensed Professional Engineers provide PE-stamped drainage plans, stormwater management designs, and full permit coordination for residential and commercial projects throughout Hernando County.

1,000+ Projects 100% Permit Approval Since 2004

Our Engineering Services in Hernando County

Licensed Professional Engineers delivering PE-stamped drainage designs, stormwater management, and permit services.

Residential Drainage Design

PE-stamped drainage plans for Hernando County homes. Yard flooding, pool drainage, grading permits, and stormwater management for residential properties.

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Commercial Stormwater

Commercial stormwater management for Hernando County developments. Site plans, detention/retention design, and SWFWMD ERP compliance.

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Permit Services

Full drainage permit management for Hernando County. SWFWMD ERP applications, and local permit processing.

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Hernando County Drainage Regulations

Governed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD)

Facility Design Guidelines

Facility Design Guidelines

SWFWMD holds primary authority

SWFWMD holds primary authority

Design Storm

25-year, 24-hour (open basins); 100-year, 24-hour (closed basins)

Special Requirements

  • Facility Design Guidelines
  • SWFWMD holds primary authority

How We Work in Hernando County

1

Contact & Consult

Describe your Hernando County drainage challenge. We assess your situation and outline the engineering approach.

2

Site Assessment

We evaluate your property, review existing conditions, survey elevations, and identify regulatory requirements.

3

Design & Engineering

Our licensed professional engineer creates SWFWMD-compliant drainage plans, PE-stamped and ready for permit submission.

4

Permit & Approval

We submit to SWFWMD, manage revisions, and deliver your approved drainage permit.

We engineer the solution — you get the approved permit.

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Hernando County Drainage Engineering FAQ

Yes, Hernando County requires drainage plans for development and redevelopment projects. Hernando County falls under the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), which administers Environmental Resource Permits (ERPs) for projects exceeding general permit thresholds. Professional engineering support is recommended for permit applications. CivilSmart handles the entire permitting process from design through approval.
Residential drainage design in Hernando County typically ranges from $3,000–$8,000 for standard properties, with complex projects (flood zones, retention/detention systems, large lots) ranging from $5,000–$15,000+. Commercial stormwater management starts at $10,000 and scales with project complexity. Every CivilSmart project begins with a free custom quote based on your specific property and regulatory requirements.
Hernando County drainage projects must comply with SWFWMD Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) requirements under Chapter 62-330, F.A.C. State baseline requirements apply, including SB 7040 nutrient performance standards. Key local requirements include: Facility Design Guidelines; SWFWMD holds primary authority. CivilSmart's engineers are experienced with all applicable Hernando County regulations.

Ready to Solve Your Hernando County Drainage Problem?

Get a free quote from Florida's drainage engineering specialists. PE-stamped plans, full permit coordination, and 100% approval rate.

Licensed Professional Engineers | 1,000+ Projects | 100% Permit Approval | Since 2004