Future Land Use and Zoning Information

• Zoning Code Summary Guide
  This summary is provided as a convenient reference of the Zoning Code (Chapter 138). It does not contain the complete requirements of the Code and should be used as a “quick reference” only. The full code list can be found here.
• Future Land Use & Zoning Information/Maps for Unincorporated Properties
• Pinellas County Land Development Code

How to Apply

Future Land Use or Zoning Changes, Development Agreements, Type 3 Uses

You will find the process to apply for future land use changes, zoning changes, development agreements and type 3 uses below.

• Submit an application online.
• Submit a paper application to the Land Use and Zoning Division. You can request the application from the Planning Department in one of the following ways:
  • Submit an application request form.
  • Call (727) 464-5047.
  • Visit the office at 440 Court St, 4th Floor, Clearwater, FL 33756.
• Applicants are encouraged (but not required) to call or visit the Land Use and Zoning Division to review the proposal.
• Complete the required zoning application, file with the County and pay filing fees. Once the application is advertised, fees cannot be returned.
• Complete the Type 3 Use Application.
• The Development Review Committee (DRC) reviews the proposal to help facilitate staff’s development of recommendations.
• At a Local Planning Agency (LPA) public hearing, the LPA will ensure consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.
• At a Board of County Commissioners public hearing, the Board has the final authority on decisions, unless they involve State Areas of Critical Concern.

Variance Requests, Type 2 Uses

You will find the process to apply for variance requests and type 2 use below.

• Submit an application online.
• Submit a paper application to the Land Use and Zoning Division. You can request the application from the Planning Department in one of the following ways:
  • Submit an application request form.
  • Call (727) 464-5047.
  • Visit the office at 440 Court St, 4th Floor, Clearwater, FL 33756.
• Application is reviewed by the Board of Adjustment and Appeals (BOAA).