Residents say race to build new seawalls is being slowed by the state

DAYTONA BEACH SHORES, Fla. — Residents of Grand Coquina Beach-side condos in Daytona Beach Shores say they have finally obtained permits from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to begin construction on a new seawall following destruction from Hurricane Ian. However, there are still lingering issues holding up construction, as the residents strive to resolve concerns about the height of the new seawall. What You Need To Know Residents say they are experiencing permit delays from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to build seawalls on the Voluisa coast  People living at Grand Coquina Beach-side Condos in Daytona Beach Shores say they want the seawall height to be 16 feet, but have only been approved for 15 feet DEP created expedited permit process following Hurricanes Ian and Nicole to ensure homeowners could start building seawalls.