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.
Learn MoreInfo & Resources
- 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
Popular Services
Events
View All EventsBusiness Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Business Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Business Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Business Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
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…
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: Read and......
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 Right-of-Way Utilization Permit
Right-of-way utilization permits are required for private projects that occur in County right-of-way, or land reserved for public use. Examples of projects......
Apply for a Tree Removal/Habitat Permit
Learn more about tree removal in unincorporated Pinellas County before submitting a permit application. Tree removal/habitat permit applications should be submitted through......
Apply for a Building Permit
Building permit applications should be submitted using the Pinellas County Access Portal. Use the button below, then follow these steps: Check your......
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......
Report Unlicensed Contracting
To ensure that Pinellas County residents receive high-quality work performed by reliable contractors, most construction trades require a license. If you suspect......