Central Florida County
Government Resources

Judicial foreclosure sales in Florida are managed by each county's Clerk of Court and typically conducted online. The foreclosure links above for each county go directly to the clerk's foreclosure page where you can view upcoming sale dates, case numbers, and opening bids. Sales are generally held on scheduled weekdays and advertised in the local newspaper of record.

Search the county's Official Records database using the property address or owner name — the records links above cover all 8 counties. Note that code enforcement liens, special assessment liens, and city utility liens may not appear in the county records; contact the relevant city directly for those. A title search by a licensed Florida title company is the most thorough method before purchasing a property.

Probate in Florida is handled by the Circuit Court in the county where the deceased person resided at the time of death. You file with the Clerk of Court's probate division — the probate links above go directly to each county's probate page. For smaller estates (under $75,000 in assets), Florida offers a simplified "summary administration." Estates with real property generally require a Florida-licensed probate attorney.

Building permits in Florida are issued by the county's Building Department (for unincorporated areas) or by the city's permitting office (for incorporated cities). Most Central Florida counties now use online portals where you can submit applications, upload plans, pay fees, and track approvals. The building permit links above for each county connect you directly to the correct permitting page.

SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership) is a Florida program that distributes state funds to counties for affordable housing. Each county administers its own SHIP program which may include down payment assistance for first-time buyers, home rehabilitation grants, and emergency repair assistance for income-eligible homeowners. Income limits vary by county and household size. Visit the housing link for your county above to see current programs and eligibility requirements.

Code violations are reported to the county's Code Enforcement division for unincorporated areas, or to the city's code enforcement office for properties within city limits. Most Central Florida counties accept reports online, by phone, or in person. The code enforcement links above for each county connect you directly to the reporting page. Reports can typically be submitted anonymously.

Family law cases — including dissolution of marriage, child support, paternity, and custody — are filed with the Clerk of Court's Family Law division in the county where the case was filed. Most Florida clerk websites offer a free online case search. The family law links above for each county go directly to the correct clerk division. Note that some family court records may be sealed and require a court order to access.