DFS Rule Workshop

Nov 4, 2009

The DFS, Division of Consumer Services has issued a Notice of Rulemaking Development regarding the following proposed Rule:

  • 69J-9.001: Database of Information Relating to Sinkholes

The DFS is required by law to consult with the Florida Geological Survey and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to implement a statewide electronic database of sinkholes and related activity identified in the state. The proposed Rule provides the form and content of the database, which may include: standards for reporting and investigating sinkholes, requirements for insurers to report the receipt of sinkhole claims, past sinkhole claim activity and ground settling-related information.

If a Rule Development Workshop is requested in writing and not deemed unnecessary by the agency head, one will be held at the date, time, and place shown below:

Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Place: Room 116 of the Larson Building, 200 East Gaines Street, Tallahassee