Petition to Vacate Process and Guidelines

Development Review Services coordinates application requests for releases and vacations of public right of way or easements. 

A petition is a formal request to vacate a public right of way or easement. The vacation process is governed by F.S.177.101 or F.S. 336.09. The Pinellas County Review determination process is outlined in Pinellas County Land Development Code Article V, Division 4. Right of Way Vacations and Easement Terminations. 

To begin, please review the document below. If you would like to discuss a proposed vacation prior to applying, please contact us at petitiontovacate@pinellas.gov to schedule a phone call or early assistance meeting.