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941.743.1200
18500 Murdock Circle
Port Charlotte, FL 33948

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Community Development

Mission: To administer and enforce the county's land development & building construction regulations, the Florida Building Code, and the preparation and implementation of the county's Comprehensive Plan.

Automated Inspection Request System (AIRS) phone: 941.833.4086. Available 24/7. Must call by 8 p.m. for next day service.

Online inspection scheduling: Contractors only. Available 24/7. Request must be made by 8 p.m. to be eligible for next day service.

Permit counter and phone hours (except holidays): 
Last customer served at 3:30 p.m. 
  • Monday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday through Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Inspector hours: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (in the field only) Monday through Friday (holidays).

Department News

Charlotte County Community Development Launches New Floodplain Platform to Improve Access to Flood Risk Information

Charlotte County Community Development Launches New Floodplain Platform to Improve Access to Flood Risk Information

Aug. 1, 2025 10:30 am

The Charlotte County Community Development Department has officially launched Forerunner, a new online platform that gives residents quick, easy access to detailed flood information about their properties.

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New Online Tool Coming Soon to Help Residents Understand Flood Risk

New Online Tool Coming Soon to Help Residents Understand Flood Risk

July 25, 2025 10:05 am

The Charlotte County Community Development Department is preparing to launch a new online platform that will make floodplain information more accessible and easier to understand. Starting Aug. 1, the public will be able to use Forerunner, a digital tool designed to help users better understand their flood risk, navigate compliance requirements, and make more informed decisions when it comes to flood preparedness.

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Temporary Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Homes Allowed

Temporary Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Homes Allowed

Sep. 29, 2024 2:34 pm

To obtain a permit to set a temporary mobile home, visit the Community Development Department at 18400 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, to fill out necessary paperwork and provide plans.

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