PALMETTO, FLORIDA
Dock Builders Palmetto
Dock builders in Palmetto keep a dock within 25 feet or 25% of the waterway width, whichever is less, and enclosed boathouses are prohibited (City Code Ch. 10, Art. V).
We connect Palmetto owners with licensed marine contractors who design to it.
Free consultation and a written scope.
Canal lots
On canals wider than 40 feet, one dock and one pair of davits on or next to the seawall. Up to two boats longer than 16 feet per dock.
Why it matters
Terra Ceia
The Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve covers 21,736 acres from Port Manatee to Emerson Point, including Terra Ceia Bay and Bishop Harbor. Inside it, state limits cap walkways at 4 feet and terminal platforms at 160 square feet.
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 Sarasota and Manatee will call you to arrange a time.
Find out what your waterfront needs
A licensed marine contractor in Sarasota and Manatee will inspect your seawall, dock, or lift at no cost and put it in writing.