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 seven partner communities.
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Events
View All EventsHousehold Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
Household Chemical Collection at HHW North
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection for household chemicals. Located at HHW North, 29582 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)…
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 ProgramsPinellas County Income Eligible Hurricane Home Repair Program
Up to $30,000 grant for repairs not covered by insurance or FEMA Applications are now open. The Hurricane Home Repair Program helps…
Florida-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,…
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…
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......
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......
Retrofitting Your Home for Hurricanes
There are a few different areas where you can retrofit your home to make it more hurricane resistant. Two critical actions you......
Residential Swimming Pools
Section 424.2 requires all new private swimming pools be constructed with specific safety features to help prevent drowning. Section 424.2.6.6 requires all......
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......
Picking a Contractor
If you are planning to have work done that requires a building permit, it’s important to select a qualified contractor to perform......
Building Frequently Asked Questions
The following is a list of commonly asked building questions for the unincorporated areas of Pinellas County, as well as Belleair Beach,......
Florida Lien Law Information
According to Florida Statute 713, Part 1, anyone who works on your property or provides materials and is not paid in full......