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Pinellas County’s largest park, Fort De Soto, consists of 1,136 acres of interconnected islands (keys) that are home to a diverse system of plant and wildlife.
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Pinellas County News
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) has extended the “Extreme” Water Shortage Order for Pinellas County and surrounding areas through October...
- June 19, 2026 Pinellas County Utilities and City of Pinellas Park lift precautionary boil water notice for Pinellas Park
- June 16, 2026 County seeks development proposals for downtown Clearwater parcels
- June 16, 2026 Pinellas County EMS recognized for pediatric emergency readiness; reminds caregivers: Kids have strokes, too
- June 15, 2026 Most Pinellas County offices closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth
Pinellas County Spotlight
Help our Board adopt out local pets
Commissioners and K-9s are teaming up to promote pet adoption. In this photo, Commissioner Scott and K-9 Lady cool off on the Belleview Inn’s shady porch. See all the adoptable dogs at our Animal Center.
Applications now open for People First Hurricane Recovery Programs
Pinellas County is taking applications for five programs funded by a CDBG-DR grant to help residents recover from hurricanes Milton, Helene and Idalia. Visit the Pinellas Recovers website to learn more.
Stage III "Extreme" Water Shortage Order
Severe drought conditions and declining water supplies have led Southwest Florida Water Management District to place Pinellas County under a Modified Stage III “Extreme” Water Shortage Order. It is critical that we all conserve water. Find our current watering schedule and guidance.
Boards, Councils, & Committees and Special Districts
Learn more about Pinellas County’s Commission-appointed boards, councils and committees and the service opportunities available through them.
Find information on Special Districts, local government units created for specialized purposes and services.
Pinellas County Projects
Pinellas County is always working on projects to preserve and improve infrastructure, support our economy and meet the needs of the public. See all of our major projects.
Interested in beach nourishment projects? See our Coastal Management page.
County Ordinances
Can I let my dog or cat run free in Pinellas County? Can I use an e-bike on the Pinellas Trail? How often do I have to mow my grass in Pinellas County?
The answers to these and other questions can be found in the Pinellas County Code of Ordinances, which is maintained by and available on the Municode website.
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- Apply for a Building Permit
- Request Utilities Service
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Mobile Medical Unit – Human Services Office
The mobile unit is a medical office on wheels. It has provided basic care for more than 20 years. Pinellas County homeless...
- June 24, 2026, 8:00 am Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) Meeting
- June 24, 2026, 8:30 am Mobile Medical Unit – Pinellas Hope
- June 24, 2026, 8:30 am Public Evaluation Meeting – 26-0600-RFP Behavioral Health Coordinated Access Model
- June 24, 2026, 9:00 am Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing