Propose a Change to the Land Development Code

Submit an application if you would like to propose a change to the Land Development Code

The Development Services Department reviews text amendments to the Land Development Code periodically
Land Development Code (LDC) Amendments are considered by the Board of County Commissioners in public hearings
If the amendment is initiated by an individual or entity outside the county, they must first attend a mandatory application pre-submittal conference and then submit the application and pay the fee by appointment. To schedule an appointment to submit a completed application contact the Zoning Counseling Center by phone at (813) 272-5600.

Staff will review the application and schedule the application to be heard at all necessary public hearings and workshops
Full process details are available im the application instructions packet

How to submit a Zoning form or application

Download - download and complete your desired application or form
- Fillable versions of the application/form may not work with some browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, etc.). If you have issues with the PDF, do one of the following:
  - Download the form to your computer and open it up with a PDF viewer, such as Adobe Acrobat Reader
  - Download the printable version of the form, print it, and fill out by hand
- Ensure that you have all required files labeled with the Folio number
- Files must be in PDF format with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi
Submit - submit your files
- If the total size of your files is under 25 MB, email them to ZoningIntake-DSD@HCFL.gov
- If the total size of your files is greater than 25 MB or you have difficulty sending them via email, upload the documents here using the following tips:
- If you need assistance creating with this process, visit the Digital Drop-Off page
Pay - once payment is received (if applicable), it will be assigned a planner for review and you will receive a decision via email

Email ZoningHelp@HCFL.gov or call (813) 272-5600.