City of Port St . Lucie _____ Welcome Guide Page 5
Property Taxes
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In Florida , we don ’ t pay state income tax , but if you own property , that property is assessed annually by the county property appraiser .
To learn more about where your taxes go , visit CityofPSL . com / Taxes
• Property taxes will change when ownership changes , for structures and lots .
• Property taxes are a combination of City , county , school and other taxes .
• If you are a Florida resident , be sure to file for Homestead Exemption and other tax exemptions .
• If you are a Florida resident who is moving from a homesteaded property to another within the state , you can file for portability , which allows you to transfer some or all of your homestead assessment .
Before purchasing a home in Port St . Lucie , estimate your new property taxes by visiting www . paslc . gov and clicking on Tax Estimator or calling 772-462-1000 .
Code Compliance
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Homeowner Builder Permits
Being a homeowner comes with responsibility , including projects that will require permits .
For checklists , applications , fees , in-person and online permitting , visit CityofPSL . com / Building .
Hurricane Preparedness
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Help keep Port St . Lucie beautiful and safe by avoiding these common violations .
Code Compliance Specialists work routinely with residents and respond to requests for service .
To report a concern or learn about the codes , visit CityofPSL . com / Code .
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High grass & weeds |
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House numbers |
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Swimming pools |
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Fences |
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Storm shutters |
Common codes include :
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Inoperative vehicles |
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Swale maintenance |
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Property maintenance |
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Junk , trash & debris |
10 . Signs |
Are you PSL Prepared ? Hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov . 30 . Residents should make preparations before hurricane season begins .
Residents can visit CityofPSL . com / Hurricane to find resources to nagivate the season , before , during and after a storm hits .
• Make a plan .
• Consider the specific needs in your household .
• Build a kit .
• Familiarize yourself with evacuation routes .
• Stay informed by subscribing to City alerts at CityofPSL . com / StayInformed .
• Have a plan for pets , including pet kits and pet-friendly shelters .