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…
Prevent Construction Pollution
Pinellas County’s stormwater ordinance, Article VI, Chapter 58, is intended to protect the water quality and natural habitat of creeks, lakes and......
The Pollution Solution
Best Management Practices for Restaurants Best management practices, or BMPs, are procedures that should be used to prevent pollutants — such as......
Let’s Make it Clear
Pool Construction & Maintenance Best Management Practices Best management practices, or BMPs, are procedures that should be used to prevent pollutants — such......
Preventing Urban Pollution
Best Management Practices for Commercial and Industrial Businesses Best Management Practices, or BMPs, are procedures that should be used to prevent pollutants,......
Compliance Best Practices for Painters, Remodelers and Concrete Workers
Pinellas County’s stormwater ordinance, Article VI, Chapter 58, is intended to protect the water quality and natural habitat of creeks, lakes and......
Prohibitions and Restrictions in the Wellhead Zone of Protection
Restrictions Run From Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 A portion of Pinellas County’s potable (drinking) water supply comes from groundwater sources. The......
Small Business Enterprise Program
Procuring goods and services in a timely manner is critical to the operations of Pinellas County. Equally important are the opportunities that......
Landscape Maintenance & Fertilizer Application Certification Requirements
All landscaping professionals working in Pinellas County must complete an approved training program and display a Pinellas County vehicle decal. Landscaping professionals......
Fertilizer Retail Guide
Learn how to read fertilizer labels, calculate the percentage of slow release nitrogen and comply with Pinellas County's fertilizer ordinance....
Pinellas County Fertilizer Ordinance
In an effort to protect our water quality and ecosystems, Pinellas County’s Fertilizer Ordinance regulates certain aspects of fertilizer use. View the......