Hollywood's seawall rule
Hollywood's code says tidal flood barriers have a minimum elevation of 5 ft NAVD88, in line with the county standard. It matters most for new walls and substantial repairs. Under the county code, substantial means work on more than 50% of your shoreline's length.
The county's duty to keep walls in good repair applies here too. A wall that lets tidal water through or over it is presumed to be in disrepair. See Broward's 5 ft rule.
Permits in Hollywood
Expect a City of Hollywood building permit and a Broward County environmental licence for work in the water. Your contractor should apply for both in their own name. See Broward permits.
Costs
South Florida contractors publish about $100–600 per linear foot for targeted repairs and $1,500–3,500 per foot for full replacement built to current code. Docks on pilings run about $20–40 per sq ft nationally, and usually more on the coast. See the seawall cost guide and docks and boat lifts.
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Source: City of Hollywood code, American Legal Publishing.
This page summarizes published rules and prices for general information. It isn't engineering or legal advice, and codes change. Your contractor, engineer and building department have the final word for your property.
Common questions
What seawall height does Hollywood require?
Hollywood's code sets a minimum elevation of 5 ft NAVD88 for tidal flood barriers. As with the county rule, it applies to new walls and substantial repairs. Confirm how it applies to your property with the city or your contractor.