Categorical Exclusion · Seminole Ranger District · updated 10/15/2026 · decision 12/2026 (Estimated)
T. 15 S., R. 25 E., sec. 14, Tallahassee Meridian, at approximate Latitude 29° 11’ 6.08” North, Longitude 81° 46’ 22.92” · Marion, Florida
To comply with FS guidance T-Mobile South LLC has applied for a permit to cover a 9’ x 16’ concrete slab with cabinets, • 25 kW diesel generator with 800-gallon belly tank, • (2) 4’ long H-frames and (1) 2’ H-frame, and a• 22’4” x 2’ ice bridge already on site & become compliant with USFS guidance.
Special use management
NEPA Start Date
6/10/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 9/22/2026
Organization Camp on Mill Dam Lake, Ocala National Forest, Marion County, Silver Springs, Florida · Marion, Florida
The Kiwanis Club of Ocala has applied for an amendment to their existing special use permit to rebuild the archery station at their organization camp on the Ocala National Forest.
Special use management
Finding/Decision Date
9/21/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 9/21/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 9/22/2026
Recreation Residence, Lake Kerr Lot 4, Salt Springs, Marion County, FL · Marion, Florida
The Recreation Residence Owner of Lake Kerr Lot 4 on the Ocala National Forest has applied for a special use permit amendment to conduct revisions to shorten the dock associated with the lot. While the dock is being shortened, the dock will also be brought into compliance with State regulations.
Special use management
Finding/Decision Date
9/22/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 9/22/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 9/22/2026
Off of Lightfoot Road, Astor Park, FL, Lake County · Lake, Florida
Propose to issue a special use permit to authorize proponent to maintain and use a driveway to access their property abutting the Ocala National Forest.
Special use management
NEPA Start Date
6/10/2026
Finding/Decision Date
9/22/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 9/22/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 9/21/2026
South of I-10, Northeast of CR 250A, Along FSR 235-A; Osceola National Forest, Baker County, Sanderson, Florida · Baker, Florida
Florida Power & Light (FPL) has applied for an amendment to their existing special use permit on the Osceola National Forest. The amendment will change the existing power line to an underground distribution utility line to provide power to the Fanny Bay Communications Site.
Special use management
NEPA Start Date
9/15/2026
Finding/Decision Date
9/15/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-27d-USFS; USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 9/15/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · Wakulla Ranger District · updated 8/27/2026
Off Springhill road then Walnut Grove lane Tallahassee, FL, Leon County. · Leon, Florida
The proponent is requesting to use an existing dirt road/fire brake line to access his property.
Special use management
Finding/Decision Date
8/21/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 8/21/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · Wakulla Ranger District · updated 8/13/2026
FH-13 between Smith Creek Road and County Road 67 · Liberty; Wakulla, Florida
The proposal consists of resurfacing the paved portion, paving the currently unpaved portion (on private land) to match the corridor typical, and widening each travel lane from 10 feet to 12 feet while maintaining the 6-foot paved shoulders. The resulting paved width will be approximately 36 feet.
Road management
NEPA Start Date
5/12/2026
Finding/Decision Date
8/13/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-45d-USFS; USDA-46d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 8/13/2026 |
Environmental Assessment · Osceola Ranger District · updated 7/22/2026
Compartments 23 and 69 of the Apalachicola National Forest · Columbia, Florida
The Osceola National Forest is proposing to conduct fuels and restoration treatment on approximately 729 acres of pine stands located in compartments 23 and 69.
Forest productsFuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
NEPA Start Date
6/16/2026
Finding/Decision Date
7/22/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Decision Signed Date | 7/22/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 7/22/2026
Within the Fanny Bay Communication Site's boundary. Located on the Osceola National Forest off of FSR 235-A · Baker, Florida
CitySwitch II, LLC has proposed to install a concrete pad for a generator at the existing Fanny Bay Communication Site.
Special use management
NEPA Start Date
6/15/2026
Finding/Decision Date
7/21/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 7/21/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 7/15/2026
Off of NE 243 Place Road in Fort McCoy, FL in Marion County. · Marion, Florida
Propose to issue a special use permit to authorize proponent to maintain and use a driveway to access their property abutting the Ocala National Forest.
Special use management
NEPA Start Date
6/16/2026
Finding/Decision Date
6/16/2026
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 6/16/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 7/7/2026
The project area is located within the Lake Woodruff, Florida United States Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle in Sections 7, 37 and 38, Township 17 South, Range 29 East in Lake County, Florida · Lake, Florida
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical university is requesting a special use permit to develop and manage a runway safety zone , add fencing, and reroute a portion of forest road 77.1.1B and fire line admin road 42 for the operation of a privately held airstrip.
Special use management
NEPA Start Date
3/17/2026
Finding/Decision Date
7/2/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | TVA 31 (18 CFR Appendix A to Subpart C of Part 1318(31)); USDA-28d-USFS; USDA-46d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 7/2/2026 |
Environmental Assessment · Wakulla Ranger District · updated 7/1/2026
Project is located in Wakulla County near the city of Sopchoppy, FL · Wakulla, Florida
The Forest Service is proposing a habitat restoration and fuels management project on the Apalachicola National Forest. Activities would include thinning, modified group selection, shelterwood cuts, clearcuts and timber stand improvement.
Forest productsFuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
NEPA Start Date
6/30/2025
Finding/Decision Date
6/30/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Decision Signed Date | 6/30/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 6/11/2026
Within Fanny Bay Communication Site's lease boundary. Located on the Osceola National Forest off of FSR 235-A in Baker County, FL. · Baker, Florida
Cellco Partnership d/b/a/ Verizon Wireless will collocate on an existing tower at the Fanny Bay Communication Site (owned by City Switch II) for wireless and ISP services.
Special use management
Finding/Decision Date
6/4/2026
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 6/4/2026 |
Categorical Exclusion · Osceola Ranger District · updated 5/30/2026 · decision 11/2023 (Estimated)
New building location will be 2340 NE Gum Swamp Road, Lake City, FL · Columbia, Florida
The US Forest Service is relocating the Osceola Ranger District and Work Center to an existing administrative site.
Facility management
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-43d-USFS |
Categorical Exclusion · National Forests in Florida · updated 5/27/2026 · decision 8/2026 (Estimated)
625 Smith Creek Rd, Tallahassee, FL · Leon, Florida
The Leon County Board of County Commissioners and Leon County Public Works are requesting to construct a helipad adjacent to its already constructed volunteer fire department (VFD) located at 625 Smith Creek Rd, Tallahassee, FL.
Forest productsSpecial use management
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
Environmental Assessment · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 5/27/2026
The National Forests in Florida, to include the Apalachicola, Osceola, and Ocala National Forests · Calhoun; Franklin; Lake; Leon; Marion; Putnam; Wakulla, Florida
The USDA Forest Service is requesting comments in developing a proposal to address the continued need to conduct prescribed fire and other fuel reductions techniques across the National Forests in Florida.
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Comment Period
05/08/2026
Decision
05/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | 2021 Infrastructure: Emergency Actions |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 2021 Infrastructure: Emergency Actions |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | National Forests In Florida All Units |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 4/27/2026
Adjacent to Lightfoot Rd. · Lake, Florida
Applicant proposes a 15' X 160' access road for use of landlocked private residence.
Special use management
Decision
05/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Seminole Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 4/25/2026
South of Stokely Rd. · Wakulla, Florida
Applicant proposes a 30' X 30' access road for use of landlocked private residence.
Special use management
Decision
03/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Wakulla Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Environmental Assessment · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 4/21/2026
The project area encompasses the entire Apalachicola National Forest. · Franklin; Leon; Liberty; Wakulla, Florida
This project is needed to reduce the woody vegetation, increase herbaceous vegetation, and improve the seasonal ponds and surrounding uplands to a point they can safely be maintained with prescribed fire.
Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Comment Period
03/14/2026
Decision
04/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Apalachicola Ranger District; Wakulla Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 4/21/2026
This project is located within the Prospect Bluff National Historic Site. · Franklin, Florida
Stabilize eroding shoreline of the 1818 Fort Gadsen earthen structure.
Special area management
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Area Management |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Apalachicola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Environmental Assessment · Seminole Ranger District · updated 3/2/2026
All activities will occur on the Ocala NF in Lake, Marion, and Putnam counties on the Seminole and Lake George RD. · Marion, Florida
The Ocala National Forest (ONF) proposes to complete timber harvesting by thinning to improve forest health, improve groundcover conditions, and reduce hazardous fuels. Connected actions could include roler drum chopping after harvesting.
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Comment Period
03/26/2015
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Forest Health EA - Priority 2,3,4,5 | Decision Signed Date: 02/13/2026 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Lake George Ranger District; Seminole Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 2/18/2026
South of White Oak Landing · Liberty, Florida
Proponent applied for a road use permit to gain legal entry into his private property. The entry point is south of White Oak Landing, along FSR 115
Special use management
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Apalachicola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Categorical Exclusion · Osceola Ranger District · updated 1/23/2026 · decision 7/2026 (Estimated)
Northern part of Osceola National Forest in compartments 8, 103, 104, 707, 108, 116 · Baker, Florida
The Osceola National Forest is proposing to conduct wildlife habitat improvement treatments on approximately 1,969 acres. Treatments will include timber thinnings, patch clearcuts, and other vegetation management treatments in compartments 8, 103, 104, 107, 108, and 116.
Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
NEPA Start Date
1/22/2026
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-47d-USFS |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 12/19/2025
Lake and Marion County alongside Kismet Road, highway 19, state road 40, and county road 42 · Lake; Marion, Florida
The purpose of the project is to evaluate whether to grant Charter Communications and Centurylink of Florida a special use permit to operate along road rights a way on the Ocala National Forest.
Special use management
Decision
12/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Ocala National Forest Broadband Upgrade Project Charter Communications Pt1 | Decision Signed Date: 12/19/2025 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Seminole Ranger District; Wakulla Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 8/18/2025
Clay Electric has proposed to acquire a ROW across Ocala NF in Lake County, south of the town of Astor. · Lake, Florida
The ROW will be 30ft wide and run about 75ft long from the existing pole into private property.
Special use management
Decision
08/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Lake George Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Environmental Assessment · Seminole Ranger District · updated 7/17/2025
This project will occur across the Ocala National Forest. · Lake; Marion, Florida
The purpose of this project is to effectively mitigate non-native aquatic infestations and to restore ecological balance to the ponds located within the Ocala National Forest.
Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Comment Period
06/20/2025
Decision
07/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Seminole Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · Apalachicola Ranger District · updated 2/10/2025
Off Fr 394 and Stokely Road · Wakulla, Florida
Legal Access for a private landowner.
Special use management
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (10) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Decision Decided Date | 02/10/2025 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Apalachicola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Environmental Assessment · Wakulla Ranger District · updated 1/31/2025
The Helen Light Analysis Area is located in compartments 227, 247, 248, and 249 on the Wakulla Ranger District. · Wakulla, Florida
The Apalachicola National Forest is proposing to treat approximately 4,365 acres for stand and wildlife habitat improvement.
Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsRoad management
Comment Period
07/13/2024
Objection Period Start
10/17/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Trail Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Scenery Management; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Wakulla Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · Osceola Ranger District · updated 8/14/2023
Lake City FL in Columbia County on Gump Swamp Road · Columbia, Florida
The US Forest Service is relocating the Osceola Ranger District and Work Center to an existing administrative site.
Facility management
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Facility Improvements/Construction |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Osceola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · Osceola Ranger District · updated 3/2/2023
FSR 210, 210A and Olustee Rec Area · Baker, Florida
Conducting Existing deferred maintenance activities across the FSR systems in Oseola Ranger District under the Great American Outdoor Act
Road managementRecreation management
Decision
01/1970 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Facility Improvements/Construction; Road Maintenance |
| Decision Decided Date | 06/17/2026 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Osceola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · Seminole Ranger District · updated 3/10/2021
Alexander Springs Wilderness, Forest Road 18 and Forest Road 18-1.8 · Lake, Florida
To obliterate motorized access points into Alexander Springs Wilderness. Decommission 1,000ft of the FR 18-1.8 and complete restoration and erosion abatement activities. Change 1.9 miles of FR 18-1.8 from management level 2 to management level 1.
Heritage resource managementWatershed managementProjects that may affect wilderness (for mailing list contacts)
Decision
03/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Watershed Improvements |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Seminole Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · National Forests In Florida All Units · updated 8/29/2018
Compartment 316 and 317 of the Apalachicola National Forest · Wakulla, Florida
The Apalachicola National Forest, Wakulla Ranger District, intends to prepare a Decision Memo (DM) for the replacement of a road bridge on forest service road 313. The bridge is located in compartments 316 and 317 of the Wakulla Ranger District, Waku
Road management
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management |
| Decision Decided Date | 08/29/2018 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Wakulla Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |