Renting
Pinellas County offers resources to help both renters and landlords living in the county.


Housing and Community Development Department
The Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) works to make communities vibrant and livable through the implementation of long-term County policies and strategic initiatives in land use, community redevelopment, transportation, and affordable housing.
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Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County
Our mission is to provide safe, decent, affordable housing for low to moderate income households. The HFA assists first-time home buyers and also works with local governments, non-profits and other public and private partners to provide funding for affordable multi-family rental housing.
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During an emergency Pinellas County provides up-to-the-minute information on disaster.pinellas.gov. To ask a question during an emergency, call the County Information Center......
Know Your Risk
All hazards require that you Know Your Risk, Make a Plan and Stay Informed. Hurricanes Tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes are......
Pinellas County Utilities Rate Change
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners adopted four years of proposed increases for water, sewer and reclaimed water rates for Pinellas......
Late Payment Fee Assessment for Pinellas County Utilities Customers
Beginning February 1, 2010, a late payment fee will be charged on balances owed greater than $5 that are not received and......
Don’t Strain Your Drain
Whether it’s your kitchen sink, your tub or your toilet, sending the wrong liquids and solids down the drain can damage not......
Utilities Business & Customer Service Contact Information
Water / Utilities Business & Customer Services Office(727) 464-400014 South Fort Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33756 Email – Map & Directions Office......
Collection: Garbage & Recycling
Garbage and recycling collection services are managed independently by municipalities (incorporated areas) and County-licensed private haulers (unincorporated areas). Pinellas County does not......
Municipal Contact Information: Garbage and Recycling Collection
Municipal Residents and Businesses: Please contact your city to request garbage and recycling collection service. ...
Sandbags and Other Flood Barriers
There are several alternatives to sandbags, including flood bags and barriers, flood gates and water-activated dams. Most of these are reusable. They......
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,......