Affordable Housing
St. Johns County can help you realize your dream of owning your own home. Find out more about our Affordable Housing Programs.
Animals
All dogs and cats 4 months and older are required to be inoculated for rabies
by a licensed veterinarian. A leash law for dogs and cats is enforced.
To report unleashed or stray pets, contact SJC
Animal Control, (904) 209-0746. They also offer advice on disaster
preparedness and links to animal
welfare organizations. Please Note: Any agricultural issues
(e.g. chickens, horses, cattle) should be directed to the Agricultural Deputy
of the SJC
Sheriff's Office.
Beaches
The SJC Beach Management page
has information about Beach Passes, beach rules, a Beach Access list, and
the Sea Turtle Protection Program. Visit
Old City has an amenities listing of federal, state and local parks and
beaches.
Boat Ramps
Fresh and salt water boat
ramps list complete with GPS coordinates.
Building Permits
Construction of most structures in the County will require a building permit. You can check Clearance Review status (in many cases required prior to permitting) and Permit Status here.
Cable / Satellite Television
Time Warner Cable and Comcast all
provide land line services in parts of St. Johns County. Dish
Network and DirecTV provide satellite
service.
Certificates. Where do I get a.... ?
Birth, Death, Marriage and Divorce Certificates can all be obtained through
the Florida
Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics.
Code Enforcement
The SJC Guide to Code
Enforcement and their contact number.
Council on Aging, Inc.
Their
website has information on outreach services which enable
elder residents to live independently and with dignity while remaining contributing
members of our community.
Disaster Planning / Hurricane Preparedness
Get A Plan! @ FloridaDisaster.org.
Find Evacuation Routes here,
protect your pets,
and another good
guide from
the SJC Sheriff's Office.
Flooding can be caused by heavy rainfall or tidal surge. Be prepared with FEMA's St. Johns County Flood Facts brochure.
Driver License
If you are a new Florida resident, you have 30 days to change your license.
The SJC Tax Collector's
Office is a full-service
driver license agent.
Educational Resources
For information about St.
Johns County School District, technical and higher
education, click
here.
Emergency Management
The Department of Emergency Management is responsible for the Disaster Preparedness of our County and the Evacuation Assistance Program for our citizens who need assistance in the event of an evacuation.
Electric Service
Florida Power and Light
services the southern portion of the County. Jacksonville
Electric Authority services Northwest areas. Ponte Vedra
Beach / Palm Valley area, Jacksonville
Beach Electric Department.
Emergency Services
SJC utilizes a 911 computerized emergency call system. Dial
911 for fire, rescue and police aid. You will be connected with an
ES operator and the computer will automatically track the exact location
of your call.
Fishing and Hunting
With some exemptions, licenses are required and available from
the Tax Collectors Office,
209-2250. Proper identification is required. For complete information about
hunting and fishing regulations, see the Florida
Game and Freshwater Fish Commission, 1-850-488-4676.
Florida State Government
MyFlorida.com. State Government information and e-services portal.
Garbage / Recycling
Click here for the Residential Garbage and Recycling Guide.
For more information abour Collection and recycling, contact the SJC
Solid Waste Department, 824-9720.
Report illegal dumping
to the St. Johns County Sheriff's
Office.
Need to dispose of trash not covered by normal garbage collection?
The SJC Solid Waste department, 904-824-9720, has information on special trash collection days and local landfills.
Health Clinics
The SJC Health Department offers publicly funded medical assistance including free immunizations for children and dental care for low income families. Flagler Hospital is the area's hospital, 400 Health Park Blvd (on US1), St. Augustine, 904-819-5155.
Homestead Exemption
Florida homeowners are entitled to a tax exemption if they
own and occupy their homes as of Dec. 31 of the prior year. Applications are
due March 1st of the first assessment roll year for which the exemption is
sought. Exemptions are automatically renewed unless the owner no longer
qualifies. For
more information, contact the Property
Appraiser's office.
Hurricane Preparedness / Disaster Planning
Get A Plan! @ FloridaDisaster.org.
Find Evacuation Routes here along with a wealth of other information.
Protect your pets.
Another good guide from
the SJC Sheriff's Office. In case of evacuation, you can obtain re-entry
pass information from the Department of Emergency Management, (904) 824-5550.
Flooding can be caused by heavy rainfall or tidal surge. Be prepared with FEMA's St. Johns County Flood Facts brochure.
Landfill
Need to dispose of solid waste not covered by your normal garbage collection?
The SJC Solid Waste department, 904-824-9720, has the information
you need on special trash collection days and local landfills.
Library
The St. Johns County Public Library System provides programs and services to all SJC citizens in a friendly and courteous manner at its conveniently located branches and via the internet.
Marriage Licenses
Marriage licenses may be obtained through the Clerk
of Court's Office in the St. Johns County Judicial Center, 4010 Lewis Speedway,
904-819-3600.
Mosquito Control
Click here for their web address, local
contacts and fogging information line.
Neighborhood Bill of Rights
Click here to learn about the rights Neighborhood Associations have in regard to St. Johns County Government and land development.
Newspaper
The St. Augustine Record is the local daily newspaper. Call 829-6586 for circulation / subscription information.
Parks and Beaches
SJC Parks
Department facilities
list provides good information about County owned / maintained parks.
The Visit Old City list covers
federal, state and local parks and beaches.
Passports
Passports may be obtained through the Clerk
of Court's Office.
Recycling / Garbage
Click here for the Residential Garbage and Recycling Guide.
For more information abour Collection and recycling, contact the SJC
Solid Waste Department, 824-9720.
Relocation Guide
A new resident Relocation
Package is available through the Chamber of Commerce.
Sunshine Bus Company
The Sunshine Bus Company is a division of the St. Johns County Council on Aging,
Inc. and provides low cost reliable transportation for riders of all ages.
Taxes
There is no personal income tax in the state of Florida. Property tax information
can be found through the SJC Tax
Collector and the SJC Property Appraiser offices.
Local Business Taxes are required from most businesses, professionals and enterprises.
There is a state sales tax. Municipalities
may also levy taxes.
Telephone Service
Most of St. Johns County receives telephone service from BellSouth and Windstream
Communication.
Traffic Infractions
Information about County traffic citations and also an online payment system
can be found at the Clerk
of Court's website. For local municipality citations, contact the
local City Hall.
Water and Sewer
Many areas of the county are serviced by the St.
Johns County Utility Department. For more information about who services your area, contact the
Utility Department, (904) 209-2700 or toll free, 1-877-837-2311.
Weather Tracking
NOAA National Weather Service provides weather
forecasts and comprehensive hurricane information.
Where do I get a.... Certificate?
Birth, Death, Marriage and Divorce Certificates can all be obtained through
the Florida
Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics.
Vehicle Registration
For information see the SJC Tax
Collector's Tags & Titles page.
Veterans Services
The Veterans
Service Office,
(904) 209-6160; assists veterans and dependents in applying for benefits and
privileges to which they are entitled. This includes preparation of formal claims
and appeals relating to compensation, education, loan guaranty for homes, special
adapted housing, pension, medical care, insurance, burial benefits and related
matters.
Voting
Residents, 18 or older, may register to vote in local,
state and national elections. Registration
requirements and voting
information can
be found on the Supervisor
of Elections website.