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Our Community Development Services

Building - Code Enforcement - Planning - Zoning

We’re a highly collaborative and supportive team, coming together on every project to ensure our clients get the very best result.

Our Values

We strive to go above and beyond for our clients no matter the challenge. We aim to deliver our very best work every single day across our services.

Department Information

387 SE 22 Ave
PO Box 2600
Cross City, FL 32628

Phone: 352.498.1235
Fax: 352.498.1286

Hours of Operation
8:00a-12:00p & 1:00p-5:00p

What's New In Dixie....

Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department2 days ago
🎥 Fair Housing Public Service Announcement

Everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to live.

Watch our short video to learn your rights and how to take action if you experience discrimination.

👉 https://youtu.be/Y6pMwl1Xi6E?si=ZHb-DnVIJv8o5mIf

#FairHousing #PublicService #DixieCounty
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Dixie Fair Housing - The Hidden Coast, Dixie County FL
Fair Housing refers to laws and regulations that make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of a protected class in many activities which relate to the sale, lease or rental of housing.
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Dixie County Building and Zoning Department4 days ago
🚨 Housing discrimination is against the law.

If something doesn’t feel right, speak up—you have rights.

✔ Learn more
✔ Get help
✔ File a complaint

Start here: https://www.dixiecounty.us/fair-housing/

Fair housing is for everyone.

#EqualHousing #SpeakUp #FairHousing
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie Fair Housing - The Hidden Coast, Dixie County FL
Fair Housing refers to laws and regulations that make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of a protected class in many activities which relate to the sale, lease or rental of housing.
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Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department6 days ago
Dixie County is committed to fair and inclusive housing for all residents.

We support education, outreach, and equal access to housing opportunities in our community.

Learn more about your rights and available resources:
https://www.dixiecounty.us/fair-housing/

Together, we build stronger communities.

#DixieCounty #CommunityFirst #FairHousing
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie Fair Housing - The Hidden Coast, Dixie County FL
Fair Housing refers to laws and regulations that make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of a protected class in many activities which relate to the sale, lease or rental of housing.
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Dixie County Building and Zoning Department1 week ago
❗ Know Your Rights

It is illegal to deny housing, charge different rent, or treat you unfairly because of who you are.

If you believe you’ve experienced housing discrimination, you can take action.

📄 File a complaint with HUD:
https://www.hud.gov/reporthousingdiscrimination

📞 Call: 1-800-669-9777

#KnowYourRights #FairHousingMatters
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Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department1 week ago
🏠 Everyone deserves a place to call home.

The Fair Housing Act protects you from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, or familial status.

Dixie County is committed to equal housing opportunity for all.

🎥 Watch our Fair Housing Public Service Announcement: https://youtu.be/Y6pMwl1Xi6E?si=ZHb-DnVIJv8o5mIf
🔗 Learn more: https://www.dixiecounty.us/fair-housing/

#FairHousing #EqualOpportunity #DixieCounty
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie Fair Housing - The Hidden Coast, Dixie County FL
Fair Housing refers to laws and regulations that make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of a protected class in many activities which relate to the sale, lease or rental of housing.
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Dixie County Building and Zoning Department
Dixie County Building and Zoning Department3 months ago
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The District on Tuesday issued a water shortage advisory due to ongoing drought conditions across North Florida. This advisory encourages all water users to limit water use and conserve water to the maximum extent possible, while planning ahead for the possibility of extended drought.

You can read more here https://www.mysuwanneeriver.com/m/newsflash/home/detail/1003
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Prevent Flooding In Dixie County

Storm water flooding a rural road

The Storm Water Task Force was formed by concerned citizens who have lived in Dixie for many years and we know the topography of the land and its water flow.

 

For more information about  preventing flooding in Dixie County please visit our Storm Water Task Force web page.

Our Team

Our Community Development Department encompasses all areas of the Building, Planning and Zoning process. Our Office Staff is available Monday through Friday to assist you with any questions, concerns or documentation that you may need. We also offer online step by step instructions, forms, and application packets that you will need when building or developing in Dixie County.

Building & Zoning Official

Leon Wright
Phone: 352.498.1236
Fax: 352.498.1286
Email: Building Official

Code Enforcement

Steve Freeman
Phone: 352.498.1236
Fax: 352.498.1286
Email: Code Enforcement

Zoning Officer

Jason Jean
Phone: 352.498.1236
Fax: 352.498.1286 
Email: Zoning Officer

Permit Technician

Jenesia Teague
Phone: 352.498.1236
Fax: 352.498.1286 
Email: Permit Technician

“Building Department has an amazing team of hard working professionals. It has been a pleasure to work with them.”

Our Community Development Services

Our Staff is available to assist you with any questions, concerns or documentation that you may need.

Building Department

The Building Department is tasked with the enforcement of the building codes, construction industry licensing laws, national flood insurance program requirements and other regulations as mandated by the Federal and State governments, as well as County ordinances as adopted for unincorporated Dixie County.

The Building Permits section is comprised of Customer Services and Plans Examination. Customer Service Representatives (Permit Specialists and Permit Technicians) are responsible for receiving and accepting permit applications, issuing permits, checking contractors for required licenses and permit history. The Plans Examiners are responsible for reviewing plans and related documents to ensure that they meet the requirements of the building codes, regulations, and ordinances in effect.

Please bring the Deed or Contract for Deed of your property to apply for these permits. If you are not the owner or contractor applying for the permit a notarized letter of authorization from the owner to pull the permit will be required.

Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Department is responsible for the enforcement of all county ordinances.

Formal complaints are not accepted via e-mail.  Formal complaints must be signed and mailed or delivered to the Office of Code Enforcement at:

387 SE 22 Ave
Cross City, FL 32628

Code Of Ordinances

Search the Code of Ordinances that identifies our local laws, procedures, and much more. Ordinances and amendments are official documents that a legislative body, have passed into law and are locally enforced.

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Helpful Links

Zoning Department

The Zoning Department is responsible for administering the Dixie County Zoning Ordinance and related land use regulations, such as the Flood Ordinance.

The Zoning staff provides responses to the general public, land development professionals and realtors inquiring about permitted land uses and development standards. The Zoning Department enforces the ordinance through the review of building permits, site plans, and subdivision proposals.

In addition, the department manages the processing of all applications for re-zoning, variances, special exceptions, vested rights and appeals in accordance with State and local laws.

Consistency with the Dixie County Comprehensive Plan is maintained by updating the Zoning Ordinance and related regulations on a periodic basis.

Helpful Links

Building & Zoning Public Awareness

This section will help you locate FEMA Flood Map Information, Search Statewide Official Records, View Suwannee River Flood Report, and Lookup DEP Map Direct Reference For Lease Compliance.

Notices & Disclosures

This website is currently under renovation to ensure accessibility by any disabled individual. If anyone encounters an inaccessible feature on this website, please contact Angie Crowley, ADA Coordinator, Dixie County Board of County Commissioners, at (352) 498-1206 or Email Angie, to advise what inaccessible feature was encountered, and to allow the County to provide the desired information through alternative means, until such time as the website renovation is complete.​
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