Electronic notices of commencement speed up building in St. Lucie

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Electronic notices of commencement speed up building in St. Lucie

a construction worker building the frame of a houseFORT PIERCE, FLA (March 23, 2021) With St. Lucie County's Building and Code Division and the City of Port St. Lucie's Building Department to send them electronic notices of commencement.

The notices, which are required to begin large projects over $2,500, are e-certified and emailed directly to the city. Customers need to write the permit number on the notice of commencement to ensure the city and county process it correctly. Previously, the notices recorded with our office were printed and mailed or hand delivered to the city and county.

For more information about the Clerk’s office, please visit stlucieclerk.com.



ABOUT THE CLERK'S OFFICE:

The Florida Constitution established the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller as a public trustee, responsible for safeguarding public records and public funds. Clerk Michelle R. Miller is directly elected by and accountable to St. Lucie County residents. In addition to the roles of Clerk of the Circuit Court, County Recorder and Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, the Clerk is the Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer and Auditor for St. Lucie County.