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County Accessory Dwelling Unit Update & Multigenerational Tax Exemption
Tiny homes, cottages or garage apartments are a great way to use extra space on your property to provide a home for...
Water system maintenance to begin September 23
Pinellas County Utilities will temporarily change its water disinfection process to chlorine from Monday, Sept. 23 through Saturday, Oct. 12. During this time, drinking water may smell or taste slightly different but there will be no impact to water pressure or service.
Pass-a-Grille beach nourishment advances to next phase
Pass-a-Grille beach nourishment has been mostly completed south of Paradise Grille and will move to the north end of the beach early...
County and partners break ground on High Point Community Park
Elected officials and staff members from Pinellas County Government, Pinellas County Schools and the City of Largo broke ground on High Point...
Bringing Down the House: County clears new path for community revival
In early August, the County tore down the "Blue House," a condemned property at 3925 Mohr Ave. in St. Petersburg. This demolition marked a major milestone in the County's ongoing efforts to improve the area.
Water Shortage Order extended through Dec. 31
The Southwest Florida Water Management District has extended its modified Stage 1 Water Shortage to Dec. 31 2024, due to below average rainfall over the past year. This extension requires all residents to continue limiting watering to one day per week using the approved watering schedule for your area.
BCC approves funds for 164 new affordable apartments in Largo & St. Pete
The Pinellas Commission approved $7.94M to support new apartments in Largo and St. Pete that will bring 164 affordable homes.
Drug Abuse Trust Fund Grant applications sought
Pinellas County is accepting applications for funding through the Drug Abuse Trust Fund Grant, which totals $35,000 for the upcoming 2024-2025 fiscal...
Update #6: Sandbag disposal
Pinellas County has distributed more than 21,000 sandbags in 2024 in preparation for storm season, including more than 3,400 in the days...
Actualización #6: Cómo disponer de los sacos de arena
El Condado Pinellas ha distribuido más de 21,000 sacos de arena en 2024 en preparación para la temporada de huracanes, incluyendo más...