Local Government
Information on the Charlotte County government as well as the City of Punta Gorda. Here’s where you will find links to the City of Punta Gorda’s Canal Maintenance program, Code Compliance, city hall, etc. Also, information about the local driver’s license bureau, social sercurity administration and several other municipal/state offices that will help you with your move.
South County Annex
410 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda
Phone Numbers:
Dept. of Motor Vehicles: 941-743-1350
County Tax Collector: 941-637-2141
Property Appraiser: 941-637-2241
Office Hours: Mon - Fri. 8am - 5pm
This building is a one-stop shot for a majority of your needs as a new resident. You can register your car, get Florida license plates, get your driver’s license, pay property taxes and sign-up for your homestead exemption for property taxes (if applicable).
Old Court House Building
Supervisor of Elections
226 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda
Phone Number: 941-833-5400
Office Hours: Mon - Fri. 8am - 5pm
The supervisor of elections is located in the old court house building. Here you can register to vote and learn where your polling station is located.
Punta Gorda Post Office
130 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda
Phone Number: 941-639-7346 (local only)
Toll-free: 800-275-8777
Office Hours: Mon - Fri. 9am - 5pm / Sat. 10-1
Social Security Administration
1777 Tamiami Trl Suite 301, Port Charlotte
Phone: 941-743-6361 (local only)
Toll-free: 800-772-1213
Office Hours: Mon - Fri. 8:30am - 3:30pm
City of Punta Gorda
City of Punta Gorda website
The main website for the City of Punta Gorda. A useful and informative site regarding the City of Punta Gorda. Find information about the City Council, City Clerk, City Manager, Punta Gorda Police Department, Fire Department, Department of Public Works as well as the City water department.
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Punta Gorda Canal Maintenance
One of the perks of waterfront living in the City of Punta Gorda. This link has a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the canal maintenance program. If you have sinkholes near your seawall, notice cracks or deterioration in the cap, please contact the Public Works Department. Crews will come and assess the situation and schedule for the necessary repairs to be made, all within a timely fashion and at no additional cost to you.
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Punta Gorda Code Compliance
The City of Punta Gorda took over managing many of the deed restrictions set forth by the developers of Punta Gorda Isles. The transfer took place when applicable deed restrictions were converted to city codes and thereby enforceable by the City of Punta Gorda. This website will help answer many of the frequently asked questions about the local codes.
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Punta Gorda Water FAQs
A web page with Frequently Asked Questions regarding the City of Punta Gorda’s water service and billing. In this section, you can also find information about any current water restrictions and allowed watering days for your property.
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Punta Gorda Sanitation
The place to find out about yard waste, recycling, hazardous household waste and trash pick-up policies for the City of Punta Gorda. There is also contact information for the Public Works department. You can call to verify for your pick-up days.
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Punta Gorda Police Department
Punta Gorda Fire Department
Charlotte County Government
Charlotte County Government
The main website for the Charlotte County government. An informative site with links to information on the County Commission, GIS maps of the county, parks and recreation and many other topics.
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Charlotte County Utilities
Information about county water and sewer services. Find out if any water restrictions are in place, pay online and read the frequently asked questions.
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Charlotte County Sanitation/Solid Waste
Information about county sanitation and solid waste services. Easy to use, pick-up schedule locator as well as information about recycling, landfills and discarding hazardous waste.
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Clerk of the Court
The main website run by the Charlotte County Clerk of the Court. Links to the county tax collector, property appraiser, supervisor of elections, board of commissioners and county charter.
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