Overwashed sand must follow DEP process to go back on beach

Lee County reminds residents who may still have sand in their yards from the last hurricane season to dispose of it properly. Beachfront residents with overwashed sand on their property must follow a process to remove it. They can put it back on the beach only after receiving approval from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

FDEP has a link with information about how private property owners can receive proper permission before placing overwashed sand back on the beach. Visit https://floridadep.gov or contact the FDEP CCCL Field Inspector for Lee County.