DEP’s Division of State Lands provides oversight for more than 11 million acres of state lands, including lakes, rivers and islands. These lands cleanse and restore the waters we drink and the air we breathe, and provide a home to numerous rare and endangered species.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Division of State Lands is Florida’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship, serving as staff to the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund (Governor and Cabinet). As such, the Division’s role goes far beyond just acquiring lands for protection. It provides oversight for the management of activities on more than 11 million acres of public lands including lakes, rivers and islands. These public lands help assure all Florida’s residents and visitors have the opportunity to truly appreciate Florida’s unique landscapes. more

• ARC Public Hearing and Council Meeting:  August 12 & 13, 2010, 9am, DEP, 3900 Commonwealth Blvd, Tallahassee, FL Douglas Building, Conf Room A & B

• ARC Calendar and Agenda Items

 State Lands Web Site Provides a New Tool for Navigating the Land Acquisition Process

To better assist land owners and interested members of the public, the Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) Division of State Lands (Division) recently enhanced its website to provide a user-friendly tool for citizens who are interested in selling land to the state or learning about the state's land acquisition process. The improved website demonstrates DEP's commitment to the environment and excellent customer service, offering clear and navigable information in easy to follow steps. more