Business & Industry
Pinellas County is committed to helping businesses grow and thrive to support a vibrant community. A business-friendly environment, an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture, and unbeatable quality of life make Pinellas County a community with boundless opportunities.
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Economic Development Department
Pinellas County Economic Development supports existing businesses and attracts new employers to Pinellas County.
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- Small Business Enterprise Program
- Occupational Licenses/Business Tax Receipts
- Florida Small Business Development Center
- Help for Entrepreneurs
- Chambers of Commerce
- Pinellas County Economic Development Data Center
- Green Business Partnership
- Corporate Sponsorship Program
- Business Retention and Expansion
Programs
View All ProgramsEmployment Sites Program
Pinellas County has committed funds in excess of $80 million to assist in the construction and redevelopment of industrial (manufacturing & flex)…
Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Program
The Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Program protects our waterways by controlling how wastewater is disposed into city sewer systems and treatment facilities. All…
Small Quantity Generator Program
All counties in Florida are required by the legislature to establish and implement a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) notification and verification program…
Pay Building Reinspection Fees
Property owners may be assessed reinspection fees when deficiencies are found during initial inspections. Visit the Pinellas County Access Portal to pay......
Submit a Notice of Commencement
Notice that improvements will be made to certain real property. When this form is required, the form needs to be recorded with......
Apply for a Zoning Clearance
Zoning clearance applications should be submitted through the Pinellas County Access Portal. Click the link below, then follow these steps: Create an......
Request a Zoning Certification Letter
Review the steps then visit the Pinellas County Access Portal to get started. Download and fill out the Certification Letter form. Simple......
Apply for a Utilization Permit
Utilization permits are required for private projects that occur in County right-of-way, or land reserved for public use. Examples of projects that......
Apply for a Tree Removal/Habitat Permit
Follow this process to apply for a habitat permit to remove trees in unincorporated areas on private property for commercial, multi-family or......
Apply for a Building Permit
Building permit applications should be submitted using the Pinellas County Access Portal. View Access Portal Instructions & FAQs. Find more information about......
Submit an Appeal of an Administrative Decision
An appeal of an administrative decision should be submitted through the Pinellas County Access Portal. Click the link below, then follow these......
Pay a Bond Estreature
A bond estreature is a court order to forfeit bail bond to the county. Bond estreatures may be paid on the Clerk......
Request to Participate in Billboard Emergency Alert System
Sign up for the Billboard Emergency Alert System (B.E.A.S.) where Pinellas County Emergency Management will send a notification to your business to......