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Spring Break Operations by Ordinance
Spring Break Operations by Ordinance Panama City Ordinance on Late-Night Establishments During Spring Break The City of Panama City adopted Ordinance No. 3244 in 2024, amending previous regulations on the sale and service of alcoholic beverages during the Spring Break season. This ordinance was enacted to enhance public safety, promote regional consistency, and reduce the risk of crime associated with late-night operations. Key Provisions of the Ordinance Spring Break Period: Defined as March 1 through March 31 each year. Adjusted Hours of Sale: During Spring Break, establishments licensed to sell alcoholic beverages must cease the sale and service of alcohol by 2:00 a.m. Normal restrictions outside Spring Break remain in effect: no alcohol sales between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Off-Premises Sales: Beer and wine may continue to be sold for off-premises consumption during restricted hours, as regulated by Florida Statutes. Penalties: Violations are subject to enforcement under Section 1-8 of the City Code. Rationale for the Amendment The City Commission determined that late-night alcohol sales during Spring Break increase the risk of crime and place additional demands on public safety resources. Limiting alcohol sales after 2:00 a.m. during this period is intended to mitigate these risks while preserving a vibrant and economically beneficial tourism season. Additionally, the Commission recognized the importance of maintaining consistency with neighboring jurisdictions. Panama City Beach implements earlier closing times during Spring Break, which has historically resulted in patrons relocating to establishments within the City after the Beach’s closures. This migration of late-night activity has the potential to create overcrowding in the City’s entertainment venues and increase associated safety concerns. Aligning the City’s Spring Break closing time with that of Panama City Beach at 2:00 a.m. is intended to reduce patron displacement, prevent concentrated late-night surges, and support coordinated regional public safety efforts. Entertainment District Exemption In 2025, the City Commission adopted a resolution exempting businesses located in the St. Andrews and Downtown Entertainment Districts from the Spring Break restrictions. These districts operate under separate standards due to their concentrated safety resources and unique event regulations. Establishments in these districts follow the standard citywide hours (no sales between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.) rather than the Spring Break 2:00 a.m. cutoff. Effective Date Ordinance No. 3244 took effect immediately upon adoption on October 22, 2024, and remains in force for all future Spring Break periods.
Domestic Partnership Registration
Domestic Partners are two adults who have chosen to declare themselves to be part of and share in a committed, loving and supportive relationship with each other. You will receive a Certificate of Domestic Partnership that some entities may accept as proof of a domestic partnership for such things as health insurance, banking needs and medical situations. Applying for a Domestic Partnership To apply, both applicants must appear together at the City Clerk’s office and declare, under penalty of perjury, that you fulfill all the following requirements: Applicants are at least 18 years old and competent to contract Applicants are not married to or a member of another registered domestic partnership or civil union with anyone other than the co-applicant Applicants agree to share the common necessities of life and to be responsible for each other’s welfare. Applicants share the primary residence with each other Applicants are considered to be members of each other’s immediate family Applicants agree to notify the City Clerk’s Office, in writing, of any change in the status of the Registered Domestic Partnership Applicants agree to mutually support the other by contributing in some fashion, not necessarily equally, to maintain and support the Registered Domestic Partnership To establish a Domestic Partnership, two people shall sign a Declaration of Domestic Partnership in the presence of the City Clerk. Proof of Domestic Partnership Additionally, applicants must submit at least one form each as proof that they are in a domestic partnership. Any of the following forms of proof are acceptable: Common Household Expenses: Utility bills with both names Drivers Licenses: Listing the same address Joint Bank: Account Checking or Savings Account Joint Credit Card: Statement with both names Joint Ownership of Residence: Deed, Lease or Mortgage Joint Vehicle Ownership: Title with both names Joint Wills: Copy of will(s) showing the other as beneficiary and/or executor Partnership Termination A Domestic Partnership is terminated when: One of the partners has passed away. A Domestic Partner files for a termination of the domestic partnership with the City Clerk, by hand or certified mail or registered mail. Fees ServiceFee Filing a Declaration of Domestic Partnership$50 Filing a Termination of Domestic Partnership$25 Filing an Amendment to the Declaration of Domestic Partnership$25 Additional Information Please call the City Clerk’s Office for information or to schedule an appointment, call 305-809-3831. Domestic Partnership Form Application (PDF) Domestic Partnership Form Amendment (PDF) Domestic Partnership Form Termination (PDF)
Lien Searches and Releases
LIEN SEARCHES The City of Hallandale Beach provides electronic access to the City's interests against real property. Reports are provided through the Internet using a system called Conduits™, which is operated and supported by Net Assets Corporation. The reports include Utilities, General Billing, Code Violations, Permit History, Liens, and CRA Loans. The Conduits™ reports are typically requested and provided to title companies, search agencies, escrow agents, and other real estate professionals as a regular part of real estate transactions. If you are associated with such an organization, access can be obtained through your company, or we can help in getting your company setup as a regular user of Conduits. There is a cost of $295 for each report. Authorized companies can perform searches on a billable basis and be invoiced monthly. Individuals and more occasional users will need to make requests directly to the City of Hallandale Beach. If you would like to request authorization to conduct searches on a billable basis, please click here to conduct an online lien search. If you already created a Conduits Account, you may log in here. For any questions regarding lien and expenditures payoff information, please refer to the Conduits report and use the messaging via Conduits to contact the city, or you contact us at [email protected]. LIEN RELEASES Upon full satisfaction of a claim of lien, the City will issue a Release of lien, providing formal confirmation that the outstanding obligation has been fully fulfilled. The Release of Lien may be recorded with the Broward County Records Division by the City, or, in certain instances, may be issued to the payee or authorized requestor for recording with the Broward County Records Division. If the City processes the Release of Lien, or if it is determined that a lien was previously released but not recorded, and a subsequent release is required, a processing fee of $125.00 shall apply. For inquiries regarding lien searches and/or releases, please contact: Ruth Rodriguez-Ortega Finance Department – Accounts Receivable Phone: (954) 457-1369 Email: [email protected] Schedule an Appointment through our Qless System
Building Requirements
All developments in the special flood hazard areas of Walton County must be issued a development order prior to developing. Buildings constructed within special flood hazard areas must have a building permit prior to the start of construction. All applications in areas of special flood hazard must be reviewed by the Flood Plain Manager. Buildings that are being constructed in a flood hazard area within Walton County are required to be elevated as follows: Flood Zone AE- The finished floor of the living space must be a minimum of 1’ above the Base Flood Elevation (BFE). Parking, storage, and building access areas may be located below the BFE provided that the materials are flood resistant, the spaces are unfinished, and flood openings are provided. Flood Zone VE and Coastal A Zones - The lowest horizontal structural member of the lowest floor must be a minimum of 1’ above the BFE. Parking, storage, and building access areas may be located below the BFE provided that the walls are certified as breakaway. Flood Zone A (No BFE) - The finished floor of the living space must be a minimum of 3’ above the highest adjacent grade, if no BFE can be determined. Parking, storage, and building access areas may be located below the 3' elevation, provided that the materials are flood resistant, the spaces are unfinished, and flood openings are provided. Developments that are 5 acres or greater, or 50 lots or larger, are required to have a BFE established prior to being issued a development order. Parcels that are below this threshold may be eligible for the County to establish a BFE. Flood ways: Homes built in the Flood way are required to be constructed to withstand the velocity forces of a Base Flood event. Foundations should be designed on columns or pilings, by a engineer or architect, and elevated to 1’ above the Base Flood Elevation. Enclosures are not permitted below the Base Flood Elevation in the regulatory flood way. Any proposed encroachment in the flood way requires a technical evaluation by a licensed professional engineer to demonstrate that the project will not affect flood heights. The results of this analysis must be maintained in the municipality’s permit file. This can be in the form of a No-Rise Certification supported by technical data and signed by a registered professional engineer. The supporting technical data should be based on the standard step-backwater computer model used to develop the flood way shown on the flood hazard map. Hydraulic modeling of the pre-project and post-project conditions should demonstrate that the change in the 100-year flood height is 0.00 feet. Fill is prohibited in the Flood way in Walton County. Flood-proofing is acceptable for non-residential buildings in AE and A Zones. Buildings must be flood-proofed a minimum of 2’ above the BFE. Building Elevation compliance must be documented by submitting an Elevation Certificate (FEMA Form 81-31) at three stages during the construction process. Certificates must be certified by a licensed architect, engineer, or land surveyor. Flood-proofing compliance must be documented on a Flood-proofing Certificate (FEMA Form 81-65), and certified by a licensed engineer or architect. A Non-Conversion Agreement must be provided for all areas located below the BFE. V-Zone Certificate must be provided for buildings located in a VE Zone. A BFE Determination Form may be submitted for A Zones with no BFE, where development is less than 5 acres or 50 lots. Manufactured (mobile) homes are required to be elevated on a permanent foundation in accordance with the guidelines in FEMA P-85. Some exceptions apply for manufactured homes in mobile home parks. Fill placed on single-family dwelling lots of record must be placed in accordance with ASCE24-05. A no-adverse impact approach must be taken when placing fill. All placement of fill in the special flood hazard area must be approved by the Flood Plain Manager.
Variances/Appeals
Variances/Appeals Submittal Requirements The first step to submitting a variance application is to submit a pre-application meeting request through the EnerGov Portal. Applications will not be accepted prior to a pre-application meeting. Click Here for EnerGov Portal Obtaining a Variance A variance, as it pertains to the Walton County Land Development Code, is an allowance to depart from the regulatory language in the Land Development Code. The variance must be based upon a hardship, as described in section 1.16.03 of the Land Development Code. A final order is issued by the Board and recorded with the Walton County Clerk of Court. An example of this would be: the code requires 7 1/2 foot setbacks from the side yard property lines on single-family lots and no structures are permitted within the setbacks. In some cases, an applicant may wish to reduce the side yard setbacks from 7 1/2 feet to 5 feet. The applicant would meet with Planning staff for a Pre-Application Conference and thereafter submit a Petition For Variance with required fee. The department advertises the petition, the owner notifies the adjacent property owners per Land Development Code section requirements, and the Board of Adjustments hears the item for final decision. Appeals 10.01.02. Appeal to Board of Adjustment. Any applicant, or other person directly affected by an administrative decision who desires review of an administrative decision made by the Director shall file a written request for such review, within 30 days after the date of the Director's decision, with the designated secretary of the Board of Adjustment. A copy of such request for review shall also be provided by the applicant (or other person requesting review) to the Director of the Department of Planning and Zoning within 30 days of the date of the action being appealed. Review shall then be conducted by the Board of Adjustment in accordance with the requirements of Sections 9.03.00 and 10.02.00 of this Code. The decision of the Board of Adjustment shall constitute final action of the County government and may, thereafter, be appealed to the Circuit Court in accordance with Florida law.
Resolution Index
Resolution Index If you would like copies of Resolutions, please email the City Clerk. Resolutions - Alphabetical Index Administration, Adult Entertainment, Agreements, Annexation, Assessments (PDF) Beaches, Bids, Boards/Committees, Bonds, Building, Bulkhead (PDF) Budget (PDF) Charter, City Attorney, Code Enforcement, Commission, Comprehensive Plan, County (PDF) Donations, Department of Transportation (DOT), Dredge and Fill (PDF) Easements, Elections, Fees, Finance, Fire Department, Franchises (PDF) Garbage, Grants, Islands, LDC, Library, Lien, Nuisances, Parks/Parking, Pension, Police, Public Work Recreation Complex, Right of Ways, School Board, Sewage/Sewer System, Sidewalks, Signs, State (PDF) Taxes, Traffic, Utilities, Vacation, Variance, Vested Rights, Water, Waterways, Waterworks (PDF) Zoning (PDF) Resolutions - Numerical Index 1925-2015 (PDF) 2016-2017 (PDF) 2017-2018 (PDF)
Marriage Licenses
Marriage Licenses | Pasco County Clerk, FL Skip to Main Content Contact Us Office Locations & Hours /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home Records Official Records Marriage Licenses Marriage Licenses Watch a video here Version OptionsMarriage LicensesHeadlinePlease Note: Because of the time involved in processing marriage license applications, we cannot accept applications after 4:00 pm. on How To Apply For A Marriage License. Please Note: Because of the time involved in processing marriage license applications, we cannot accept applications after 4:00 pm. Applicant Requirements BOTH PARTIES MUST APPLY TOGETHER IN PERSON. Effective July 1, 2018, both parties must be at least 18 years of age to marry without the consent of both parents or legal guardians. Also effective July 1, 2018, the age of eligibility for marriage in Florida rose to 17. Individuals who are 17 years of age – but younger than 18 – must have written consent from both parents or legal guardians.In a marriage in which one partner is 17, the other partner must not be more than two years older. The form Affidavit of Parental Consent Form (PDF) may be obtained online or from the Clerk & Comptroller’s Office. The form containing the notarized signatures of both parents (or legal guardians) must be presented at the time of application for a marriage license. Please provide your Social Security numbers, or any other available identification numbers, such as driver license numbers or other photo IDs (passport, military ID), to the Clerk's office to apply. If either party has been divorced or widowed, (s)he must know the month, day, and year the most recent marriage ended. All applicants must read the Family Law Handbook (PDF) provided at the time of application. Complete and print the Marriage License Information Sheet (PDF). This form can be completed online using Adobe Acrobat. If you do not have Adobe Reader installed on your computer, download the free Adobe Reader. Complete and print the Premarital Course and Handbook Statement Form (PDF). If applicants have children together who were born in Florida, an Affirmation of Common Children Form (PDF) must be completed regarding birth information for the children. An additional $3.50 is charged for administering the oath, signing, and attesting to this document. Although the Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller's Office does not officiate weddings, we keep a comprehensive list of available marriage ceremony officiants at your disposal. Protecting Personal or Confidential Information There is a balance between individual privacy and the need to have records readily available for viewing. Should you find a document you believe requires protection of your personal, confidential, or sensitive information, visit our Protecting Personal or Confidential Information page to learn about the options available to protect your information.
Criminal Court
The Criminal Division handles all types of criminal cases which include but is not limited to felony, misdemeanor and traffic charges. Felony A felony is a criminal offense that is punishable under Florida laws (or that would be punishable if committed in Florida) by death or imprisonment in a state penitentiary. Felony charges include, but are not limited to: Aggravated Battery Aggravated Child Abuse Burglary Forgery and Uttering Grand Theft Kidnapping Manslaughter Murder Sexual Battery Misdemeanor Misdemeanors are violations of the law that are less serious than felony offenses. They are punishable by a fine, probation, and/or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year. Misdemeanor offenses include: Assault Battery (Domestic Violence) Pettit Theft Possession of Marijuana and Marijuana Paraphernalia Prostitution Related charges Resisting Arrest Without Violence Worthless Checks Ordinance violation cases are punishable by a fine or a civil penalty. Criminal Traffic Criminal traffic is a traffic related charge that requires a court appearance and subjects a person to penalties that include a fine and/or the possibility of a jail term.Criminal Traffic offense include, but are not limited to : DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Driving While License Suspended Knowingly Leaving the Scene of an Accident Reckless Driving
Confidential Information Rules
As Clerks of Court, our offices protect the public by reviewing and redacting confidential personal information included in court documents, and we take this responsibility very seriously. It’s critical for the public to know, the Florida Supreme Court has amended Florida Rules of General Practice and Judicial Administration 2.420 regarding the review and redaction of personal information contained in certain court documents. Starting July 1, 2021, filers will be solely responsible for ensuring any confidential information contained in court records filed with the Clerk is appropriately identified for redaction in these cases. A filer is anyone who submits official court documents with the Clerk in order to start or support a legal action. The amended rule affects small claims, county civil and most circuit civil court cases, except for Jimmy Ryce civil commitments, cases stemming from sexual assault, medical malpractice filings and family law cases. Notice Of Confidential Information Within Court Filing Any court filings made in a Florida court that contain confidential information such as Social Security or bank account numbers, adoption records, HIV test results or information identifying victims of sexual offenses, must be accompanied by a Notice of Confidential Information (PDF). Rule 2.420 outlines 23 categories of information that are automatically confidential in court records such as Social Security numbers, health records, bank account numbers, addresses of domestic violence victims, and juvenile delinquency records. Previously, Clerks were responsible for independently reviewing all filed records to further identify and redact confidential information protected by the rule. In accordance with the amendment, “the clerk shall not be required to identify and designate information as confidential,” in small claims, county civil and most circuit civil circuit civil court documents. Small Claims Cases for legal disputes $8,000 or less. County Court Civil Cases for legal disputes between $8,001 and $50,000. And most Circuit Court Civil Cases above $50,000 and appeals from County Court Filers are required to identify the precise location of all instances of confidential information within the document – including page numbers and attachments, appendices, and exhibits. Clerks and filers will retain dual responsibility to identify confidential information in all other types of filings for family, criminal, juvenile and probate cases.
Common Recertification Questions & Answers
Common Recertification Questions & Answers What buildings qualify for recertification? In response to the Surfside building collapse and Florida Statute 533.899 the City of Boynton Beach passed ordinance 22-025 that requires all Condominium and Cooperative buildings 3 stories or taller and all Threshold buildings to be recertified after 25 years and 10 years after. When is my building required to be recertified? If a milestone inspection is required and building’s certificate of occupancy was issued on or before July 1, 1997, the building’s initial milestone inspection must be performed before December 31, 2024. What if the building is not 25 years old? If you believe the building is not 25 years old, you will need to contact us, we will research further with the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s website to verify the age. Another option is to provide a copy of the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the City of Boynton Beach Building Department. I will be demolishing the building; do I still need to have the building inspected? Yes, especially if it is being occupied or still in use. Requests for an exception must be submitted in writing to the Building Official. Will a City of Boynton Beach Inspector come out? No. The City of Boynton Beach’s review is based totally on the Licensed Architect/Professional Engineer’s report. Their seal certifies the integrity of the report. Repairs will be required as stated by the Architect/Engineer. Who submits the report and where? The owner or authorized agent listed on SunBiz may electronically submit the recertification application and reports at Sages permits on the Boynton Beach permitting webpage. What do I need? Applicants must submit the following: Boynton Beach Structural and Electrical Guideline reports must be used. Please note that proprietary report forms will not be accepted. Structural guideline and report Electrical guideline and report • Recertification packages must be uploaded electronically at Sages permits • 1 Structural packet: Must use basic guideline of structural inspection form for recertification report, proprietary report forms will not be accepted. • 1 Electrical packet: Must use basic guideline of electrical inspection form for recertification report, proprietary report forms will not be accepted. • Forms must be properly digitally signed/sealed by a Florida registered Architect or Engineer. The City of Boynton Beach Building Department is paperless, we do not accept paper. • If there is more than one building on the property, a site plan or copy of a survey showing the location of each building must be submitted. The building that is the subject of the Recertification report must be clearly identified on the site plan or survey submitted. • The architect/engineer is required to complete all forms, incomplete submissions will be rejected, the applicant will be notified and will be required to resubmit corrected forms. Please note resubmittal fees may be required. • $400 fee is required at time of submittal. What is required to submit a permit for structural and/or electrical repairs? A permit application completed by a licensed and insured contractor for the appropriate discipline must be submitted electronically. Provide repair plans and documentation detailing what repairs are required and the location of the repairs. Structural calculations may be required. How do I know if a permit is required for repairs? The architect/engineer or contractor that you hire should be able to answer this. Does the building have to be brought up to today’s building code? No. This is a safety inspection of the condition of the building’s structure and electrical system. It determines that whatever is existing is safe. If repairs are required, you may have to make repairs to meet the current code. How do I request an extension to submit reports? The Building Official may issue an extension of not more than 60 days to submit a recertification report or to obtain any necessary permits upon a written extension request from an Engineer/Architect. Such a request must contain a signed and sealed statement from the Engineer/Architect that the building may continue to be occupied while undergoing recertification. Requests must be submitted online. What happens if a building fails to submit the required recertification? If the property owner fails to obtain the recertification within the timeframe required, the property is cited referencing section 116 of the Boynton Beach Amendments “Unsafe Structures” and a Code enforcement case is opened. Unsafe Structures monitors the recertification process thereafter including posting the building unsafe; issuance of a Notice of Violation; referral to the Special Magistrate; and review of Board Order timelines for compliance and repairs, orders to vacate, collections of enforcement cost and any other action deemed necessary. Where may I make a complaint against my association for not maintaining the building? Customers with complaints or concerns about their HOA/management company may contact the state’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) - Division of Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes. You can submit a complaint online at DBPR, or by contacting their customer contact center at 850-487-1395. What if I no longer own that property? We will verify through the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s website that there is a new owner and make changes in our database. If the Property Appraiser still shows you are listed as the property owner, you will need to contact them directly to have it changed.
Ordinances & Resolutions
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Baker Act
Baker Act Chapter 394 of the Florida Statutes is known as "The Baker Act" and as "The Florida Mental Health Act". A Baker Act proceeding is a means of providing an individual with emergency services and temporary detention for mental health evaluation and treatment, either on a voluntary or involuntary basis. Voluntary Baker Act Admission A voluntary Baker Act admission occurs when a person 18 years of age or older, or a parent of a minor, applies for admission to a facility for observation, diagnosis, and treatment. Involuntary Baker Act Admission An involuntary Baker Act admission occurs upon a finding by a court that: A person is mentally ill and, because of the mental illness, he/she has refused voluntary placement for treatment or is unable to determine whether placement is necessary He/she is incapable of living alone or with help, and without treatment is likely to suffer from neglect or refuse to care for him/herself, or there is a substantial likelihood in the near future that he/she will inflict serious bodily harm on him/herself/others as evidenced by recent behavior All less restrictive treatment alternatives are not appropriate Petitions Baker Act and Marchman Act petitions will be accepted and processed at the Clerk's Probate/Mental Health office from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Escambia County Sheriffs Office - Baker/Marchman Act Questionnaire (PDF) Mental Health/Baker Act : Petition and Affidavit Seeking Ex Parte Order Requiring Involuntary Examination Note: The forms supplied by the Clerk's office are general in nature and may not meet your specific needs. The Clerk does not guarantee the legal sufficiency of these forms; therefore, you may need to consult with an attorney regarding your particular situation. What is a Baker Act proceeding? How are voluntary and involuntary Baker Act admissions different? How is an involuntary Baker Act proceeding initiated? What steps must be taken to obtain an ex parte order? What happens after the order is issued? How long may a person be held under an ex parte Baker Act order? Where can I find more information about the Baker Act?
Apply for Criminal Indigent Status
If you are seeking the appointment of a public defender based on your inability to pay for a private attorney, per Chapter 27.52, Florida Statutes, complete the Application for Criminal Indigent Status and deliver it to one of the Court Operations locations. There is a $50 fee for each application filed. If the application fee is not paid to the Clerk of Court within 7 days, it will be added to any costs that may be assessed against you at the conclusion of your case.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – FORECLOSURES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – FORECLOSURES What are the statutory sales fees for a judicial sale? Where are foreclosure sales held? Who can bid on the properties? How much should I place on deposit? Can the Clerk provide assistance with the sale? What forms of payment are accepted for the deposit? What forms of payment are accepted for the final payment? When will a Certificate of Title be issued? How do I claim surplus funds? What if I can't pay the filing fee?
Lien Search
The Town of Oakland is proud to announce that we are now partnering with Orange Lien Data to process estoppel searches/requests (or lien requests) from title companies, closing agents and others obtaining information about outstanding debt owed to the Town. Please review the information below: The Town of Oakland will no longer be responding to lien requests/estoppel requests, please do not send lien requests/estoppel requests to the Town of Oakland. Orange Lien Data will be providing timely, enhanced professional quality reports. To ensure a clear title upon transfer of ownership of a property, a lien must be paid prior to the transfer. Orange Lien Data will only report on liens issued by the Town of Oakland. A full search should still be made by the title company or real estate attorney. All lien requests/estoppel requests will now be directed to Orange Lien Data. If you have any questions about this process, please contact Orange Lien Data directly at 407-965-4245 or via email at [email protected].
Landlord/Tenant Disputes
Residential Landlord/Tenant Actions A residential landlord/tenant action applies to the rental of noncommercial dwelling unit with or without a rental agreement. It involves an action filed by a landlord against a tenant or a tenant against a landlord for common disputes dealing with payment of rent and/or noncompliance or breach of a lease or rental agreement. Chapter 83, Florida Statutes, provides general information on landlord/tenant actions. Landlord actions typically involve nonpayment of rent and recovering possession of the rental property. Review this section before starting legal action. Forms You may access printable eviction forms from our Landlord/Tenant Eviction Forms page. For Confidentiality of Court Records forms, visit the Confidentiality of Court Records Forms page. These forms are also available for purchase at both of our Legal Resource Center locations.
Building Recertification
Building Recertification In response to the tragic Surfside collapse, the City of Boynton Beach created a building recertification program modeled after Miami-Dade County’s program which has been in effect since 1975. The new state law, mandatory structural inspections FL statute 553.899, created requirements for milestone inspections of residential condominium and residential cooperative association buildings that are three stories and taller. Like Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, the Boynton Beach requirements include Threshold buildings and electrical service equipment excluding unit panels. Other changes of note Requires 25-year recertification for all qualifying buildings within the city limits, then 10 years after. All improved balconies and guardrails are to be inspected during a phase one inspection The purpose of the recertification program is to maintain the structural and electrical systems integrity of a building throughout the life of the building, in order to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of its inhabitants. The program is not intended to determine if the condition of an existing building is in compliance with the Florida Building Code, National Electrical Code, or the Fire Safety Code. Structures that are Impacted Condominium/Cooperatives. An owner or owners of a building that is three stories or more in height as determined by the Florida Building Code and that is subject, in whole or in part, to the condominium or cooperative form of ownership as a Residential Condominium association as defined under Florida Statute 718 and Residential Cooperative association as defined under Florida Statute 719. Threshold Buildings, any building which is greater than three stories or 50 feet in height, or which has an assembly occupancy classification as defined in the Florida Building Code which exceeds 5,000 square feet in area and an occupant content of greater than 500 persons. Exceptions Single-family, two-family, three-family, and Townhomes with three or fewer habitable stories above ground. State University and Palm Beach County School buildings. U.S. Government, State of Florida, Palm Beach County, and local municipal buildings.
Tax Deed Surplus
Claiming Surplus Proceeds of a Tax Deed Sale If a property is purchased from a Tax Deed Sale for an amount in excess of the statutory bid of the certificate holder, the surplus must be paid over and disbursed by the Clerk. Pursuant to Florida Statutes 197.582, the claim period expires 120 days after the date of the mailed Notice of Surplus. A person, other than the property owner, who fails to file a proper and timely claim is barred from receiving any disbursement of the surplus funds. The Clerk and Comptroller’s Office must pay all valid liens before distributing to a titleholder and may request additional documentation to evaluate or verify claims. Within 90 days after the claim period expires, the Clerk's Attorney may either file an interpleader action in circuit court, if potentially conflicting claims to the funds exist, or pay the surplus funds according to the Clerk's Attorney's determination of the priority of claims using the information provided by the claimants. The claim shall contain: Completed Tax Deed Claim Form, signed and notarized. Copy of claimants’ photo identification (State issued ID, Driver's License, or Passport). If you are claiming on behalf of the titleholder, a notarized Power of Attorney and W-9 must be included. Any supported documentation. All documents must be originals. If you elect to email your claim, please be sure to mail the originals to our office. Please submit the notarized claim form for Tax Deed Surplus Funds to the following address: By mail: Pasco County Clerk and Comptroller, 38053 Live Oak Avenue, Dade City, FL, 33523 By email: [email protected] A list of the Unclaimed Funds Tax Deed Surplus can be found here.
Legal Notices
The City of Fernandina Beach, in its provision of services to citizens and visitors, ensures freedom from discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or marital status. Anyone with concerns about discrimination, or requests for special accommodation or translation services should contact the City Clerk at (904) 310-3115, TDD/TTY 711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public-records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing. One Parking privacy policy.
Seal or Expunge Criminal Record
Seal or Expunge Criminal Record Information for Sealing or Expunging a Record The Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller provides information (PDF) to assist in navigating the process of requesting a criminal history record to be sealed or expunged. To view related forms, visit the Legal Resource Center. For complete instructions and to determine eligibility to have your case record sealed or expunged, you must obtain the seal/expunge packet by visiting the Florida Department of Law Enforcement website. Questions about the laws and rules? Consult an attorney. If you do not have an attorney, contact the West Pasco County Bar Association or the East Pasco Bar Association to inquire about referral services.