In order to be eligible for acquisition pursuant to this chapter, a Project must be consistent with the Program Goals and Objectives as stated in Fl. Admin. Code R. 5I-7.001, and meet at least one of the following public purposes consistent with Florida Statutes § 570.71(1):

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    (1) Promotion and improvement of wildlife habitat;
    (2) Protection and enhancement of water bodies, Aquifer Recharge Areas, wetlands, and watersheds;
    (3) Perpetuation of open space on lands with Significant Natural Areas; or
    (4) Protection of Agricultural Lands threatened by conversion to other uses.
Rulemaking Authority 570.07(23), 570.71(10), 259.105(3)(i) FS. Law Implemented 570.70, 570.71, 259.105(3)(i) FS. History—New 11-3-08, Amended 6-12-23.