Frequently asked questions
Q. Who do I contact to find out how to develop my property?
A. Contact the Volusia County Land Development Office:
386-736-5942 or e-mail us at landdevelopment@volusia.org
Q. Where can I access the Volusia County Land Development Code and Zoning Ordinance?
A. The Land Development Code is Chapter 72, Article III, of the Code of Ordinances. Online access to the County's Code of Ordinances can be found on Municode.com. The webpage link to the County's code can be found on the right side of this page. Once on the Municode website, you will need to search for Volusia County in the Code Library and scroll down to Chapter 72 and then to Article III, Land Development Regulations.
Q. Where can I find a copy of my platted subdivision?
A. The Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court records and maintains all recorded plats in the county. Please visit clerk.org to view public records in Volusia County.
Q. How do I subdivide my property?
A. You first must contact Zoning to determine the minimum lot size and width requirements based on the property’s current zoning classification. Land Development has a process for the review of subdivisions, the first step of which is the Overall Development Plan Application. Divisions of property are required to go through the formal subdivision review process ultimately resulting in a recorded plat. Contact Land Development for specifics regarding your property. Depending on the complexity of the subdivision, a Preliminary Plat Application and/or Final Plat Application may also be required.
Q. Is my lot buildable?
A. That depends on how and when the lot was created. Volusia County adopted minimum subdivision regulations in 1972. Please contact Land Development staff in order to determine your lot’s eligibility to obtain a Building Permit. You may need to apply for a Subdivision Exemption application for a determination on if your property has vested rights or meets previous regulations.
Q. I have more than one (1) lot and want to combine them in order to build. Do I have to record a subdivision for this?
A. No. Volusia County has a process for the review to combine certain lots without going through the subdivision process. You must submit a Subdivision Exemption - Combination of Lots Application with the appropriate review fee. You may apply online at Connect Live.
Q. What if I want to sell part of my property to my neighbor?
A. Volusia County has a process for the review of an Adjustment of Lots of Record Application. The application is reviewed for compliance with Zoning's minimum lot size, verification that the original parcels have legal standing status, and verification that there are no platted easements or structures which would be affected by the adjustment. Deeds transferring title to the portion of the property being sold must be recorded in the Public Records of Volusia County prior to final approval. You may apply online at Connect Live.
Q. When do you need to get a Use Permit?
A. Any work in a county right-of-way including, but not limited to, driveways, utilities (electric, cable, water sewer), and mail boxes will require a Use Permit. All Use Permit applications shall be submitted to the Development Engineering Office. To determine the applicable review fee, please refer to the Fee Schedule. You may apply online at Connect Live.
Q. How do I find out if my street is county maintained?
A. To find out if your street is county-maintained and would require a Volusia County Use Permit, please contact the Volusia County Right-of-Way Department:
Please call Public Works at 386-736-5967
Q. What is the process for developing a commercial site?
A. Volusia County has a review for commercial sites which begins with a Conceptual Site Plan Application. Each site is evaluated for road access, parking, stormwater, landscaping, tree retention/replacement, utilities, environmental concerns, buffers, vehicular circulation and other matters. A Final Site Plan Application may be required after the review of the Conceptual Site Plan. Please contact Land Development staff to discuss the specifics of your site.
Q. Are there any economic incentives available for new or existing businesses in Volusia County?
A. Please contact the County's Economic Development Department to find out what programs are available.
Q. How can I find out if my project is feasible without spending a lot of money up front on engineering?
A. The Staff Review meetings are held twice a month and are free to the public. These meetings will be assigned based on the date and time received. Development Review Committee projects will be scheduled at 30-minute intervals, followed by the Staff Review projects discussed in 30-minute intervals. The submission of a Staff Review Application, along with a proposed plan to the Land Development Office, will be required. Copies of the proposed project will be distributed to review staff for comments, which may require a site visit to the property. You may apply online at Connect Live.
Q. Who do I contact for specific help?
A. Please contact Land Development first. We will find the answer for you or refer you to someone who can assist you.
386-736-5942
LandDevelopment@volusia.org
