Home & Property
Whether you’re an owner, renter or landlord, Pinellas County is here to help you take care of your home and property.
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Building and Development Review Services Department
Building and Development Review Services provides building permits, building inspections and code reference for unincorporated Pinellas County and the communities of Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs, Belleair Shore, Indian Rocks Beach, Kenneth City, Oldsmar and Safety Harbor. The department also reviews land development applications in accordance with the County’s Land Development Code.
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Events
View All EventsHousehold Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Household Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Household Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Household Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Services
View All ServicesApply for Reclaimed Water Service
Reclaimed water that has been treated at a wastewater treatment facility may be suitable for some non-drinking uses and can offset the…
Pay a Utility/Water Bill
Pinellas County Utilities offers a variety of options to pay your utility bill. One of the easiest ways is to pay your…
Request Utilities Service
Requests to start or stop water or sewer service through Pinellas County Utilities can be submitted through the Utilities Customer Service Center….
Find Maps (GIS)
Pinellas County’s Enterprise GIS site offers a variety of mapping applications that include data such as flood zones, individual parcel information, crime data, historic aerials and more.
Programs
View All ProgramsFlorida-Friendly Landscaping Incentive Program
The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Incentive Program (FLIP) is a program designed to reduce the amount of water and fertilizer Pinellas County residents use…
HOME Investment Partnerships Program
Pinellas County receives HOME funds annually, which can be used for grants, direct loans, loan guarantees or other forms of credit enhancement,…
Down Payment Assistance
Looking for a home in Pinellas County and need help with down payment and closing costs? Pinellas County’s Down Payment Assistance Program…
Independent Living Program
The Independent Living Program provides grants of up to $10,000 to encourage barrier-free, accessible housing. The Independent Living grant is available to…
Contractor Licensing Department
The Contractor Licensing Department manages the business of the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCCLB). The PCCLB has been licensing contractors, enforcing......
Obtaining a Mortgage
Government-Insured Loans Mortgage loans are also available through three programs of the federal government: Federal Housing Administration (FHA): This mortgage insurance program......
Consumer Tips: Mortgage Terms You Should Know
CLOSING COSTS: Costs the buyer must pay at the time of closing in addition to the down payment. Closing costs average 3-4%......
Consumer Tips: Insurance
The purchase or sale of a home may well be the single most important financial transaction you are involved in during your......
Community Housing Trust Fund
Notice of Funding Availability andAvailability of Housing Assistance Plan The Pinellas County Housing Trust Fund Plan covers all of unincorporated Pinellas County......
Landlord Tenant Information
Lease or Rental Agreement The landlord and tenant are equal parties in an agreement or lease to rent real property. Before signing,......
Consumer Tips: Finding a Home
Home Inspections Defects often go unnoticed by the average person. Before hiring a qualified individual to inspect the home, experts recommend that......
Requirements for Attaching Plywood for Window Protection
Wood structural panels with a minimum thickness of 7 / 16 inch (11.1 mm) and a maximum span of 44 inches (1118......
Unincorporated Permit Requirements
Learn what projects do and don't require a permit for locations in unincorporated Pinellas County....
Residential Plan Review Requirements
Pinellas County Building Services uses a comprehensive checklist for all plan reviews. View Commercial Plan Review Requirements. The following is a list......