Welcome! How we can we help you?
At OEC, we work with clients that are: concerned they may have wetlands, gopher tortoises, or other environmental issues on the property they want to buy or build on; worried that regulators like [...]
Do you want to save money on your property taxes?
In Florida, properties listed as “wetlands,” “swamps,” or “marshes” are supposed to be taxed at a lower rate than regular residential or commercial property. Are you aware that at least 1 out of [...]
Were you told or do you think you need a Phase I or II Environmental Site Assessment?
Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) investigate for possible contamination. Lending institutions often require Phase I or II ESAs before they will lend money on the purchase [...]
Do you need a residential heating oil tank closure?
The presence of heating oil tanks associated with older residential properties has become a concern for some appraisers and lenders. Our closure reports provide professional assurance that the [...]
Are you the property owner and you want to build now, or you want to prep your property for sale?
OEC can review your property and give you a clear picture of the regulatory limitations that may be present. If you are ready to build, its important to be fully aware of the environmental [...]
Want to know if wetlands are present on property you want to buy?
Knowledge is an effective negotiating tool when buying property, and conducting a wetland delineation before buying land is an exceptionally prudent move. Our wetland delineation service is one [...]
Are regulators asking you questions about a project you’ve already started?
This is a scenario we know all too well: A person is working on their private property and then find that they are subject to agency threats because the project may be in violation of [...]
Do you want to build a dock?
Dock projects usually fall into two categories: exemptions and permits. Most people qualify for a dock exemption. Often dock contractors handle these, but we can also do it for you. OEC’s [...]
Do you have questions about gopher tortoises, bald eagles, or other listed species?
Florida is a unique place, and people don’t realize that many properties are home to gopher tortoises, bald eagles, indigo snakes, manatees, and other listed species. Listed species are not [...]
What is mitigation and do you need it?
People hear the word ‘mitigation’ and often times do not understand what that means or what it does. Wetlands are special habitats that provide unique wildlife and water quality benefits to all [...]