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Hillsborough County Development Services Guide

Original title: Development Services | Hillsborough County, FL

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What This Bill Does

Hillsborough County's Development Services department manages the three-step process for property development, including zoning, site review, and building permits. All official payments and applications are processed exclusively through the HillsGovHub online portal.

Why it matters

Residents and developers must use the HillsGovHub portal for all permitting and payment transactions to avoid fraudulent email scams requesting off-platform payments.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property owners

Property owners must follow the three-step development process and pay required fees to obtain permits and certificates of occupancy.

Directly affected

Developers

Developers must submit plans for zoning, site review, and building permits through the county's established processes.

Directly affected

Civic organizations

Civic organizations receive mailed notices regarding zoning applications within their area and may participate in public hearings.

Key Facts

You don't have to trust us. Each fact below is taken straight from the official document - click any one to see the exact passage, highlighted in the original.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if an email requesting payment for a permit is legitimate?
Legitimate payments are only billed through your HillsGovHub account. If you receive an email asking for payment outside of this portal, it is fraudulent.
How can I find out about zoning changes proposed near my home?
You can look for large yellow signs posted at the property, check the interactive zoning map online, or sign up for email notifications for your specific vicinity.
What is the final step before I can occupy a new structure?
You must receive a Certificate of Occupancy, which is issued after all inspections are approved and all applicable fees are paid.

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Digital-First Permitting

The county has centralized all development services, including submittals, payments, and inspection scheduling, into the HillsGovHub online portal.

Hillsborough CountyHillsGovHub

Connected Entities

Board of County Commissioners, Hillsborough County, Development Services and 2 more
OrganizationBoard of County Commissioners“Body that reviews certain zoning and land use applications.”Map →
OrganizationHillsborough County“The local government body managing development services.”Map →
OrganizationDevelopment Services“The department responsible for planning, zoning, and building inspections.”Map →
otherHillsGovHub“The official online portal for all county development payments.”Map →
location601 E Kennedy Blvd“Address of the County Center where the Development Services Tech Center is locat”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.hillsboroughcounty.org

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  • Controversy10
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