FAQs • Bay County, FL • CivicEngage

How many homes can I put on my land?: Call the Bay County Planning and Zoning Department at 850-248-8250 for land use and zoning. If your property is in the city limits of Callaway (phone: 850-871-6000), Parker (phone: 850-871-4104), or Springfield (phone: 850-872-7570), please call that city’s Planning and Zoning Department for approval.

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Address Numbering

1. How do I verify an address?: Call the Address Numbering Section at 850-248-8071 if you need to verify your existing address for the purpose of septic repair, replacing or remodeling an existing home. If the address is in our system, a letter verifying your address can be mailed, faxed or picked up. If it is not in our system, a verification application will need to be completed and a copy of your property deed and parcel identification number is required.

2. How do I get or apply for a new address?: An application form (PDF) can be mailed, faxed or you can come into the office to fill out the form. A property deed, parcel identification number and $55 dollars are required for a new address. It takes approximately 3 to 5 days for the address to be complete.

3. What information do I need to get an address for a new home?: Property deed, parcel identification number and land use/zoning approval. For large parcels or parcels for which a second dwelling will be added, a site plan will be required.

4. How much does it cost to get an address?: It costs $55 for each new address. For new subdivision developments only, call the Address Numbering Section at 850-248-8071 for fee details.

5. How many homes can I put on my land?: Call the Bay County Planning and Zoning Department at 850-248-8250 for land use and zoning. If your property is in the city limits of Callaway (phone: 850-871-6000), Parker (phone: 850-871-4104), or Springfield (phone: 850-872-7570), please call that city’s Planning and Zoning Department for approval.