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Lake County Tax Collector: Appointment and Office Information

Original title: Appointments | Lake County Tax Collector

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The Frame

What this does

Residents must schedule specific appointments for driver and hazardous materials testing at the Southridge location, and failure to attend results in the forfeiture of service fees.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Lake County Residents

Residents must use the Southridge location for specific testing services and are subject to fee forfeiture policies.

Non-U.S. Citizens

Nonimmigrants must follow specific scheduling procedures for driving tests contingent on passing written exams.

What changed

No recent stage movement in the current record.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Key Facts

  • Offices will be closed from July 3rd through July 6th for Independence Day.
  • Appointments are mandatory for driving skills tests, written tests (Class E & CDL), and hazardous materials tests.
  • Testing appointments are exclusively available to Lake County residents at the Southridge - Specialized Services location.
  • Effective April 27, 2026, driving tests will be conducted at 4121 CR 561, Tavares, FL.
  • Service fees are forfeited if an applicant fails to show up for a scheduled appointment.
  • Repayment of fees is required to reschedule a missed appointment.
  • Nonimmigrant driving tests are scheduled only after successful completion of the written test.
  • Under Florida Statute 668.6076, email addresses provided to the office are considered public records.
  • The office provides a public records custodian at 325 N. Barrow Ave, Tavares, FL.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an appointment for a driving test?
Yes, appointments are required for all driving skills tests, written tests, and hazardous materials tests.
What happens if I miss my appointment?
Your service fees will be forfeited, and you must pay again to reschedule.
Is my email address private when I contact the Tax Collector?
No, under Florida law, email addresses are public records and may be released in response to a public-records request.

Why It Matters

Residents must schedule specific appointments for driver and hazardous materials testing at the Southridge location, and failure to attend results in the forfeiture of service fees.

Summary

This document outlines appointment requirements for driver testing, holiday office closures, and contact information for the Lake County Tax Collector. It also specifies new location details for driving tests effective in 2026 and provides public record disclosure notices.

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Future Location Change

The office has pre-announced a specific location change for driving tests effective April 27, 2026.

Connected Entities

location1800 David Walker Dr. Tavares, Florida 32778Address for summons, subpoenas, and overnight deliveriesMap →
personDavid W. JordanLake County Tax CollectorMap →
location325 N. Barrow Ave. Tavares, Florida 32778Address for the Custodian of Public RecordsMap →
location4121 CR 561, Tavares, FL, 32778Address for the Southridge Service CenterMap →
organizationLake County Tax CollectorGovernment office providing tax and motorist servicesMap →
locationSouthridge - Specialized ServicesDesignated location for driving and hazardous materials testsMap →

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