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  • Building

    • Are there any green initiatives?

    • Definitions for the Building Department?

    • Do burglar alarm/security systems need a permit?

    • How are plans processed?

    • How do I report criminal convictions?

    • How do I schedule an inspection?

    • How do I submit changes to my plans?

    • Is there expedited permitting and land development process for affordable housing projects?

    • What are the construction hours for contractors, property owners and developers?

    • Who handles the construction and debris removal?

    • Why should a contract be submitted with the permit application?

  • Human Resources

    • Am I able to purchase years of service?

    • What is the minimum amount of years an employee must work in order to be eligible to vest or receive a monthly pension?

  • Parks & Recreation

    • Are dogs allowed in the parks?

    • How can I print my childcare statement?

    • How can I reprint a receipt?

    • How can I see my transaction history?

    • How do I create an account?

    • How do I register for an activity?

    • How do I reset or change my password?

    • How do I search for an activity?

    • How do I update my household or add/remove members of my household?

    • How do I verify custody?

    • How do I verify my residency?

    • How does the City of Plantation Camp Lottery work?

    • What camps does the City of Plantation offer, and where are they located?

    • What is my username?

    • What is the registration process for the City of Plantation summer camps?

    • Why is the date of birth required?

  • Planning & Zoning

    • Am I ready to start my own business?

  • Police

    • Are there any citizenship requirements to be a Plantation Police Officer?

    • Can I apply if I have been arrested?

    • Can I apply if I have used drugs?

    • Can I apply if I received a dishonorable discharged from the military?

    • Can I have a fine or lien reduced after I come into compliance?

    • Can I have my attorney represent me at a Special Magistrate hearing or otherwise?

    • Can you mail me a paper application?

    • Do I have to complete a full FTO program if I was already an officer somewhere else?

    • Do I need a Florida Driver’s License to be a City of Plantation Police Officer?

    • Do I need to live in the City of Plantation?

    • Do you have a minimum education requirement?

    • Does Plantation Police Department offer Relocation Pay?

    • Does the City of Plantation Police Department accept lateral transfers from other police departments?

    • How long does an investigation take?

    • How long is the academy?

    • If I live closer to another academy, can I attend that one?

    • Must I attend the hearing indicated in the notice, even if someone at the City tells me that attendance is not necessary or that a case will be continued?

    • What do I do if I disagree with the Special Magistrate’s Final Order determining that I am in violation and responsible to pay a fine?

    • What do I do if I disagree with the Special Magistrate’s Order Imposing a Fine and Lien?

    • What do I need to do before applying to be a police officer?

    • What happens after the complaint is made?

    • What happens if I do not comply with the Special Magistrate's Final Order?

    • What happens if, after the Final Order is entered, I decide that I need more time to comply with the violation or something else occurs that might affect my case and my ability to comply with the Special Magistrate’s Final Order, or if I feel the fine should be suspended?

    • What is the Code Enforcement process?

    • Why do we have codes and regulations?

    • Will I be notified of the outcome at the conclusion of the investigation?

  • Public Works

    • How do I get rid of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) or Electronics?

    • How do I report a dead animal in the road?

    • How do I report a street light that is out?

    • Who do I call if I have a damaged or lifted sidewalk?

    • Who do I call if I have a question or problem with my water bill?

    • Who do I call if I need an Additional/Replacement toter cart?

    • Who do I call if my bulk was not picked up?

    • Who do I call if my garbage or recycling was not picked up?

    • Who do I call if my street is flooded?

    • Who do I call if there is a pot hole in the road?

    • Who do I call to get my swale trees trimmed?

    • Who handles the construction and debris removal?

  • Utilities

    • Who do I call if I have a question or problem with my water bill?