Gopher Tortoise Survey & Relocation
Charlotte County, FL

FWC-licensed gopher tortoise services for builders, developers, realtors, and landowners across Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Englewood, and surrounding areas.

🏛️ FWC Authorized Agent
📍 Based in Charlotte County
48-Hour Scheduling
💲 Survey from $350

Gopher Tortoise Surveys & Relocation in Charlotte County

Mr. Tortoise LLC is the FWC-authorized gopher tortoise survey and relocation company for Charlotte County, FL — serving Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Englewood, Rotonda West, Deep Creek, Murdock, El Jobean, Grove City, and Placida. Charlotte County is one of the fastest-growing areas in Southwest Florida, and gopher tortoise compliance is a routine part of any new construction or land development project here.

Sandy soils, scrub habitat, and rural parcels throughout Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, and Englewood are prime tortoise territory. Mr. Tortoise LLC is based locally and knows Charlotte County land — we understand the timelines, FWC requirements, and what builders and realtors need to keep projects on track.

Whether you're breaking ground on a new build in Deep Creek, doing due diligence on a wooded lot in Englewood, or a realtor handling a pre-close survey in Port Charlotte — Mr. Tortoise LLC is the call to make.

Areas We Cover in Charlotte County

We serve all of Charlotte County, including:

Port Charlotte

High volume of vacant lots and new residential construction. GT surveys are common before permit approval.

Punta Gorda

Rural and waterfront parcels with significant tortoise habitat, especially inland areas.

Englewood

Coastal and scrub parcels. Active land development area with steady survey demand. Englewood straddles the Charlotte/Sarasota county line — Mr. Tortoise serves both sides.

Rotonda West

Large circular planned community with thousands of lots, many still undeveloped. Sandy habitat throughout — GT surveys are common before any clearing or new construction.

Deep Creek

Established residential area with wooded lots. Survey needed for infill construction.

Murdock

Commercial and residential growth area. GT compliance routine for new builds.

El Jobean & Grove City

Rural and waterfront areas with undeveloped parcels that frequently have GT presence.

Services in Charlotte County

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Gopher Tortoise Survey

FWC-compliant site survey with written report delivered next business day. $350 per quarter acre. Accepted by Charlotte County building department and all title companies.


Survey Details
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Relocation Services

Full-service relocation including FWC permit application. $1,400 for up to 2 tortoises, +$400 per additional. Site cleared and ready for construction.


Relocation Details
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Realtor Support

Fast turnaround for pre-purchase and pre-listing surveys. Referral program available. We're the preferred GT vendor for land deals across Charlotte County.


For Realtors

Charlotte County FAQs

Does Charlotte County require a gopher tortoise survey before issuing a building permit?
Charlotte County doesn't issue a blanket survey requirement, but FWC law applies statewide — if your site has potential tortoise habitat, you need to survey before clearing. Charlotte County's building department will direct you to comply with FWC requirements. We can advise whether your specific lot is at risk.
How common are gopher tortoises in Port Charlotte?
Very common. The sandy soils throughout Port Charlotte and Charlotte County are ideal gopher tortoise habitat. Wooded lots, scrub areas, and undeveloped parcels frequently have burrows. We recommend surveying any lot in the county that has not recently been developed or disturbed.
How fast can you get to Charlotte County?
We're based locally and can typically schedule within 24–48 hours. For urgent timelines, call us directly — we often can accommodate same-week or sooner.

Need a Survey in Charlotte County?

We're local and can be on-site within 48 hours. Book online or give us a call.

📞 Call 239-848-1413 Book Online