MARATHON, FLORIDA
Boat Lift Installation Marathon
Boat lift installation in Marathon allows a covered lift up to 20 feet above mean high water, with no side walls, and nothing on the lift but guides more than 5 feet above the dock or seawall cap (Marathon LDR Sec. 104.64).
We put Marathon owners in touch with licensed marine contractors who plan lifts and docks together.
Free consultation, a written scope, no obligation.
Where lifts are not allowed
Lifts are prohibited where they would harm nearby natural resources, and covered lifts are prohibited over protected marine resources.
Why it matters
One dock per home
Single-family properties get one dock, so plan the lift into the dock design. Dock length exceptions are not available on turtle-nesting beaches, including the oceanfront of Grassy Key.
What a free inspection includes
A contractor comes to your property, looks at the structure above and below the waterline where needed, and tells you what is actually happening.
You get a written scope and estimate. No obligation, no trip fee.
- On-site assessment of the structure and surrounding soil
- Photos and a plain-English explanation of the problem
- Written estimate with scope and materials
- Repair versus replacement guidance where both are options
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Serving waterfront Florida
Local waterways, permit offices, and conditions vary by region. Pick yours.
Get a free inspection
No obligation, no trip fee. A licensed marine contractor in the Florida Keys will call you to arrange a time.
Find out what your waterfront needs
A licensed marine contractor in the Florida Keys will inspect your seawall, dock, or lift at no cost and put it in writing.