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The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
Building Division
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Homeowners may only pull permits on their property if it is their residence and has homestead exemption. If they have just purchased the property, they must show legal documentation showing they own the property and sign a homeowner's form.
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Yes, if you are the owner and it is your primary residence, but you must check with the Zoning Division for setback requirements. You must also provide two sets of engineered drawings signed and sealed by an engineering or architect for any shed over 150 square or any shed built on site.
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Yes, if you are the owner and it is your primary residence. You may need to check with the Zoning Division first to be sure they do not have a problem with the addition. Then you must provide two sets of engineered sealed drawings and two site plans. These plans must show the details of the addition, such as electric, plumbing or air conditioning if applicable.
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No, you must hire a licensed contractor for any work done on rental or income producing property.
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No, you do not need a permit for paint or any cosmetic type work, such as brick work or stucco. You will need to check with the Zoning Division if you reside in the Historical District.
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You must first determine if you are inside the incorporated city limits. If you are inside the incorporated city limits you will need to apply for your permit with the City. You may have a Plant City address, but be in the County; therefore you must go to Hillsborough County Building Division to apply for any permits you may need.
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Any break room / lounges or sink that can be used or break room sink is required to have a under counter grease trap. Reference City of Plant City Code Chapter 74-89. A grease trap is also required outside the building in accordance with the 2004 Florida Building Code (plumbing) Chapter 10.
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City Clerk
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These documents may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk located at:
302 W. Reynolds St.
Plant City, FL 33563
Ph: (813) 659-4200 ext. 4119
Fx: (813) 659-4202
City Ordinances (Municode)
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City Manager
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Submit request in writing to the City Manager's Office including the street name(s); beginning and ending locations, date(s), time(s), and the reason for the request
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Code Enforcement
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Fences, sheds, carports, and any new construction including plumbing, electrical and/or mechanical (air conditioning or heating units).
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Yes. All vehicles shall be operable and have a current legal tag or it shall be removed from the property.
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The tenant is responsible for everything under their control such as trash, debris, vehicles with no tags, and cleanliness. The owner is responsible for any structural or maintenance issues.
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Engineering
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The City does not install speed bumps as a traffic calming measure. Other measures such as policing to deter speeding should be performed if a speeding problem has been found. When complaints are received about speeding in a particular area, the City will install speed measurement devices to examine if a speeding problem exists. Upon review of the results of the measurements the City will then examine solutions.
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The City does not repair driveway aprons. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain and if necessary replace the driveway apron.
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The floodplain represents an area that will flood during a particular storm event. For our area that storm event is a 100 year event. You may still flood in lesser events; however, our floodplain is determined only for the 100 year storm. Using our map click the "misc data" box then click the "100 Year Flood Plain" this will show the floodplain that is currently delineated. We are working on additional delineations in the west side canal. Upon completion, that data will be added to the map.
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Finance
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Call the Hillsborough County Tax Collector's office at (813) 635-5200.
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Call the Hillsboroough County Tax Collector's office at (813) 635-5200.
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Call the Hillsborough County Tax Collector's office at (813) 635-5200.
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Call the HIllsborough County Property Tax Appraiser's office at (813) 635-5200.
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In most cases yes. Contact Plant City Business Tax office at (813) 659-4200 ext. 4155.
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Once the Finance Department receives the approved invoice from the department, payment should be processed within two weeks. If you have questions concerning the payment of the invoice, first contact the issuing department to determine if they have forwarded the invoice to the Finance Department for your payment. If so, then contact the Finance Department at (813) 659-4200 ext. 4166.
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Fire Department
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You will need to complete an EPC or DOF Burn Permit Application and a Plant City Burn Waiver. Please contact us at (813)757-9131 for these forms.
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All payments can be made at Diversified Abulance Billing located at:
10002 Princess Palm Avenue
Suite 124
Tampa, FL 33619
You can also contact them at (813) 635-9202 for questions or call the toll free number of (866) 635-9202.
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Human Resources / Risk Management
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Both of these answers are provided under Human Resources on the website.
Benefits
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In order to file a claim please contact Risk Management at (813) 659-4200 ext 4104.
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Library
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In order to obtain a library card you must be a resident of Hillsborough County to receive free service; must complete an application, and show proof of address and residency. Parents must sign for children under 17.
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With your library card you can log onto the Internet computers or get a reservation.
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The Mary Noel Moody community can be reserved for groups who have an approved application on file and are offering a cultural, educational, or informational program or meeting that is free and open to the public.
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Parks and Recreation
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Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, closed holidays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
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1904 South Park Rd., Plant City, FL 33563. From I-4, exit 22, south on Park Road through five lights (about 3.5 miles). After fifth light (Albertson Drive), Park Rd. curves to the right. Follow the curve, we are the first driveway in the curve on the right. Office is last door on the right.
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Field reservations are made through the Athletic Program Manager office. Pavilions are available on a first come first serve basis – no reservation system is in place at this time.
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Police Department
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The Records Unit is available Monday through Friday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Anyone can file a police report by contacting the police department at (813) 757-9200 and request an officer, or come to the police department headquarters in person.
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Public Works
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Contact our Stormwater, Streets and Traffic Division at (813)707-7200 Monday through Friday 7 am to 4 pm. After hours, please call the Plant City Police Department at (813)757-9200.
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Contact our Utilities Billing Department at (813) 659-4222.
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Contact the Sanitation Division at (813) 757-9208 Ext. 2232. They recycle glass, aluminum, plastic, newspaper, and tin cans.
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Sewer Line Maintenance
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Smoke testing is used to detect inflow and infiltration in the sewer systems.
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A lift station is necessary to lift the waste water to a higher elevation.
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A megger is used to check the insulation resistance on motors and other wiring circuits.
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Manholes are used to allow access to sewer pipes.
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A sewer snake is a device used for penetrating very thick concrete, asphalt, or steel.
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Water Resource Management
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A cross connection is a connection between a potable source of water and a non-potable system or source of water. The most common cross connection is a garden hose.
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Yes. There are two ways that a potential health hazard could occur. One is if back pressure and back siphonage. Back pressure occurs when the non-potable source pressure exceeds the potable water pressure. Back siphonage occurs when the supply line pressure falls below atmospheric pressure in each case the non-potable side forces a reversal of flow.
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The City is helping by:
1. having backflow prevention devices installed on all meters to our industrial and commercial water customers.
2. Public awareness and education
3. Yearly test on all backflow devices located at the water meters
4. Regulatory compliance
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By working together we can keep our drinking water safe for our families and our City by following some simple steps. To assist in this effort:
1. Never submerge a hose in buckets, pools, tubs, or sinks
2. Do not use spray attachments with out a backflow prevention device
3. Install an approved backflow prevention device on all threaded faucets around your home
4. Install an approved backflow prevention device on your irrigation system
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WIFI
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We broadcast the SSID and is listed in quotes as "freecpcwifi", the channel number is 8.
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