Sarasota County's Planning and Development Services is dedicated to ensuring a safe, well-built community and continues working to help keep the economy moving forward. Visit scgov.net/PDS for service info. #SRQCountyPDS

#ICYMI As of May 6 restaurants or retail businesses in unincorporated Sarasota County planning to conduct outdoor services can obtain streamlined approvals with no fees. Approval within 24 hours—and good through July 31! Visit scgov.net/building for more info! #SRQCountyPDS

Wondering what would motivate your neighborhood to take action? Our Neighborhood Services staff have been trained to help small groups talk about what's important in their communities. Check out the roadmap for more pointers or info at scgov.net/neighborhood. #SRQCountyPDS

Approvals for Temporary Use Permits (TUP) outdoor services are processed within 24 hours with no fees through September 30, 2020. For more information, including the Approval Packet, visit scgov.net/building. #SRQCountyPDS

Neighborhood grants provide matching funds toward improvement projects (character, leadership, safety, health or environment). Many of the items included in the Pointers Roadmap could also be awarded a Neighborhood Initiative Grant. #SRQCountyPDS

We have updated our public hearing signage (see example) for Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Rezones, Special Exceptions, etc. All the signs will point you to scgov.net/petitions where you can get more info on proposed projects. #SRQCountyPDS

#ICYMI Sarasota County has updated public hearing notice signage standards and is transitioning to professionally produced signage to provide better visibility to the public with improved access to petition materials. Learn more at scgov.net/petitions. #SRQCountyPDS

Are you a resident of Sarasota County with a background in land use, planning, zoning, and an interest in your county? If so, Planning Commission has two vacancies available August 1. Visit loom.ly/cG629Ws for qualifications. Deadline is June 28. #SRQCountyPDS

Effective Monday, Oct. 11, Sarasota County’s Planning and Development Services and Public Utilities will offer in-person permitting and utilities services at both 1001 Sarasota Center Blvd., and 4000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice in addition to current online service options.

Effective Oct. 11, Sarasota County’s Planning and Development Services will offer in-person permitting services in addition to current online service options. This includes all other business. Visit scgov.net/building for more info. #SRQCountyPDS

#SRQCounty has vacancies on the Building Code Board of Adjustments and Appeals, Development Services Advisory Committee, General and Mechanical Contractors Licensing & Examining Boards, and Public Facilities Financing Advisory Board. Help us fill them! loom.ly/Z3sSHJ8

Small neighborhood projects can make a big difference! Neighborhood Services offers grants to neighborhoods that are willing to match funding through cash, in-kind donations, professional labor, or volunteer hours. Visit scgov.net/neighborhood to learn more. #SRQCountyPDS

May is Building Safety Month. As part of this year’s “Safety for All: Building Codes in Action” theme we urge the commitment to protect our community’s lives and property through improving building safety. Learn more at scgov.net/building. #SRQCountyPDS #BuildingSafety365

Yesterday, #SRQCounty held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the W. Dearborn Street Improvement Project. This included new pedestrian crosswalks, LED lighting, upgrades to sidewalks and wayfinding signage, asphalt resurfacing & addition of comfort stations & shade structures.

#ICYMI Our Public Notice webpage is live! This program was created to: ✔ Increase efficiency in relaying public notices ✔ Make public notices more accessible ✔ Allow for greater transparency between Sarasota County and the public Visit scgov.net/publicnotices #SRQCountyPDS

May is Building Safety Month and we’re excited to share some helpful tips on how to keep your family, home and community safe! Visit loom.ly/Bw1kq84 for Week 1’s helpful tips and to read the proclamation. #SRQCountyPDS #BuildingSafety365

On Aug. 21, #SRQCounty will replace its current permitting system with an enhanced program called Accela Civic Apps. To prepare for the launch, the current permitting system, known as Amanda, will be unavailable starting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15. 1/2

TODAY Sarasota County’s new permitting system goes live. What are some of the new perks? ✅ Digital plan review. ✅ Apply for permits and upload plans to a single web portal. ✅ Faster intake, review and permit issuance. ✅ Order inspections and pay fees in the field. 1/2

Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day is celebrated every year on September 1. Thank you to our talented team! Interested in a role in this field? Check out our openings! #srqjobs #sarasota loom.ly/Q1G3mlk

Sarasota County held a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, May 17 for the Planning and Development Services (PDS) “One Stop” Administration Building. To learn more, visit loom.ly/Gw8NY3k #SRQCountyPDS #SRQCountyProjects