Welcome!Planning & Development is responsible for assisting customers to comply with the Seminole County Comprehensive Plan and the Seminole County Land Development Code and related ordinances through a managed review process. The Construction Inspection Team ensures that projects are constructed in compliance with all approvals including Development Orders and construction plans.
Staff processes applications for land use amendments, rezoning, commercial site plans, subdivision plans, vacates, variances, special exceptions, special use permits, excavation, fill permits and other miscellaneous permits. The Division provides technical data and recommendations for land development proposals to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning and Zoning and the Board of Adjustment.
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY
In Development Services, we are committed to continuous improvement. It is important to our department that you experience excellent customer service while we work to meet your needs. We value your comments and suggestions. Please take a few moments to let us know how we are doing.
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DIGITAL SIGNATURES for ePlan Projects: click to view information
Seminole County now accepts digital signatures that can be verified through a 3rd Party Certificate Authority (CA). These may be used on any files that require the design professional’s signature and seal. Applicants and Consultants should be aware that there is a fee for this commercial service. Seminole County will not make recommendations on specific commercial 3rd Party CA’s to utilize.
ADDRESSING
Information on addressing and subdivision naming for development projects.
ALCOHOL REGULATIONS & LICENSING
Process for County zoning compliance for State alcohol licenses and County regulation information.
Link to State forms
ARBOR PERMITS AND INFORMATION
Process for obtaining an arbor permit and contact information regarding complaints.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS
Variances, Special Exceptions and Mobile Homes
CODES
Land Development Code and County Code
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Open Code Enforcement / Special Magistrate Cases, Agendas and minutes, Sheriff's Office Code Enforcement web page
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Guide to the growth and development of Seminole County
CONCURRENCY & IMPACT FEES
An applicant's handbook for the Concurrency Review Process & Impact fees.
CONTACT US
If you cannot find the answer within our webpage please contact us for help.
US HWY 17-92 CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency) PROGRAM
The US 17-92 CRA is dedicated to creating jobs, eliminating blight, and improving the quality of life for residents and business owners in the community while managing growth and preserving Seminole County’s natural resources.
DEVELOPMENT PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS
Land Use Amendments, Rezoning, Site Plan, and Subdivision Processes: Information about development processes along with applications for land use amendments, rezoning, site plan approval and subdivision plats including lot split and minor plats.
FORMS, MISCELLANEOUS PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS
Find other miscellaneous processes, list of forms, and checklists associated with Planning & Development.
RIGHT-OF-WAY USE APPROVAL PROCEDURE
This section has information on the requirements for submitting for a Right-of-Way Utilization Permit Review.
SIGNAGE INFORMATION
Information and frequently asked questions on signage.
SPECIAL PERMITS
Information on special permits for temporary package storage, noise exemption permits, special event permits and special event of outdoor sales of merchandise (ex: Christmas trees).
VACATION OF EASEMENTS AND PLATS
Information on vacating of utility, drainage, and conservation easements and rights-of-way and plats.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY
In Development Services, we are committed to continuous improvement. It is important to our department that you experience excellent customer service while we work to meet your needs. We value your comments and suggestions. Please take a few moments to let us know how we are doing.
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ZONING AND LAND USE SUMMARY TABLE
Table of Zoning District Regulations and Future Land Use Designations.
INFORMATION KIOSK
Map resource to query information such as zoning, land use, utility service area.
Seminole County Official Future Land Use Map 2027 (Ord. No. 2017-14)
ACTIVE AND APPROVED PROJECT INQUIRY
A listing of projects in review or completed by Planning & Development.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Browse through some of the most common questions asked about Planning & Development.
MY RESIDENCE INFORMATION
Find out information that relates directly to YOUR location in Seminole County such as political districts, utility providers, schools, and more.
HOW TO LOOK UP PROPERTY INFORMATION
Informational video on how to look up various information on properties in Seminole County.
HOW TO LOOK UP ZONING REGULATIONS
Informational video on how to look up zoning information on properties in Seminole County.
NEW DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING INSPECTIONS TEAM
Information about Active Projects, the Inspection Team, the Inspection Process, and more.
PROPERTY BASICS 101 BROCHURE
Summary of general information and resources.
STUDIES AND AGREEMENTS
WETLAND AND DOCK INFORMATION
Information and documentation on Single Family Wetlands Reviews and Building A Dock.
WILDLIFE - Living with Wildlife
Information and resource links for living with wildlife in the Wekiva Protection area and East Rural area.
MAIN OFFICE
1101 East First Street
Sanford, FL 32771
To contact us, call:
(407) 665-0000
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