County Service Directory

The comprehensive plan is a long range plan that helps guide the future actions of a city or county through clearly stated goals, objectives, and policies. These policies inform local decision making and set the tone for future growth and development in the community.

In 1972, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also referred to as the Clean Water Act (CWA), was amended to provide that the discharge of any pollutant to waters of the United States from any point source is unlawful without a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. Congress added section 402 (p) to the CWA in 1987 to establish a comprehensive framework for addressing storm water discharges associated with industrial activity. Construction activities that disturb at least five acres of land are defined in 40 CFR 122.26(b) (14) (x) as an “industrial activity.” Phase II, enacted in 1999, addresses additional sources, including small construction activity disturbing 1 acre or more. For a copy of the Generic permit for Construction Activities that Disturb one acre or more, visit the FDEP web site.

Residents and businesses are required to dispose of construction and demolition debris at one of the following locations:

The purpose of each meeting is for the hearing of abatement proceedings under Ordinance 2000-48 and any other business of the Board. Should any monthly meeting date or time change, the information above will be updated. If a person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at a meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Any evidence, testimony, and argument which is offered utilizing CMT shall be afforded equal consideration as if were offered in person and shall be subject to the same objections.

To receive a copy of an autopsy report, please email your request to medex23@sjcfl.us. Include the decedents name, date of birth and date of death. It typically takes 60-90 days for an autopsy report to be completed and finalized. Once the report has been completed, we will respond to your email with an attachment/link.

Persons already licensed as a contractor in many other Florida jurisdictions may find simple reciprocity in St. Johns County.

Florida Division of Corporations. Electronic filing and certification can be processed through Sunbiz and Help information is accessible for all filing types. Search and access filed information for corporations, companies, partnerships, trademarks, fictitious name registrations, and liens.

From time to time the St. Johns County Commissioners receive invitations to attend various events, which include County organized events. On occasion, more than one County Commissioner may attend and participate at the event.

St. Johns County has completed the required work to convert your neighborhood’s irrigation systems from potable water to reclaimed water. If you have any questions, please see FAQs below.

Disaster Mitigation for Historic Properties – Citizens impacted by natural disasters, with damage to a structure or building 50 years old or older, may qualify for economic and technical assistance as a Florida Historic Property.

This Board was established in Section 3.01.02 of the County’s Land Development Code, adopted by the County Commission July 29, 1999. The CRRB is composed of seven (7) members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners with representation from each of the five Districts and two at-large members.

Social Services is a Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Community Partner. We assist individuals and families apply for State benefits such as Food Assistance (SNAP), Temporary Cash Assistance and Medicaid. Social Services does NOT determine eligibility for state programs.

The Environmental Development Review Section reviews all proposed development applications including Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Rezonings, Commercial Projects and Single Family Residential for compliance with the environmental components of the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code. The key issues include upland buffers for wetlands, listed species protection, County protected habitats and species, tree protection, and landscaping.

Development Review Contacts

We are routinely updating the manual and adding interactive forms than you can complete, print, and save to your computer. The Interactive Table of Contents below is structured to indicate which sections have been updated and contains links not only to the text, but also to the new interactive applications and forms. Until the redrafting is complete, the remaining sections text, applications and forms, are provided as static documents.

Standards & Details for roadways were updated and implemented in December 2010; this is the governing document for all roadway construction, including repairs, utility placement, drainage structures, and supporting work. 

Learn more about what’s happening in and around St. Johns County neighborhoods including rezoning applications and special use permits with the Development Tracker Map.

The Disaster Recovery Department was created to assist St. Johns County Homeowners recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. In January of 2019, Restore St. Johns was launched to provide assistance to those who still have unmet needs from the storm. Our hope for the Disaster Recovery Department is to continue restoring the unmet needs of the community, while building a solid foundation for future assistance programs.

Through a formal partnership with St. Johns County, the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce assists new and existing businesses interested in locating and expanding in the County and provides technical assistance related to site selection and other due-diligence requests.

Monthly economic indicator reports are prepared to provide information about current economic conditions and economic trends in the county. The reports include information on the following topics:

The EHEAP program provides heating/cooling (Electric) bill assistance for ages 60 and older. Payment is made to the energy vendor or landlord (if utilities are included with the rent) on behalf of the eligible household that meets income and residency criteria. Visit one of our offices with required documentation listed below for assistance completing application.

A non-profit agency providing safe shelter for abused women and their children, and programs to teach alternatives to violence.

A non-profit agency providing safe shelter for abused women and their children, and programs to teach alternatives to violence.

Enjoy, Don’t Destroy is St. Johns County Parks and Recreation’s campaign to stop the vandalism of our public spaces before it happens. Vandalism wastes St. Johns County’s money and law enforcement’s time, and it ruins perfectly good parks, community centers, and more for the neighbors who enjoy them. By taking aim at vandalism, Parks and Recreation can focus on bringing improvements and new amenities to the County’s public spaces.

St. Johns County will assist residents who need transportation to a shelter anytime an evacuation is ordered. There are 3 levels of evacuation assistance available:

Evacuation saves lives. Know your zone and be prepared.

If you’re organizing a parade, 5K, fun run, street fair, or any other event that impacts roads or sidewalks in St. Johns County, you must submit a road closure request that includes a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Plan.

Please Note: Before signing up for classes at any schools, please verify the school is legitimate. Call St. Johns County with any questions, (904) 827-6820 or conlicen@sjcfl.us.