Welcome to Lake Clarke Shores Community Development Services Page
This page provides details regarding the services and resources that this department offers to the community. Please note that residents and contractors who have appointments with the Community Development Department will have priority over people without appointments. To make an appointment, please call 561-964-1515.
Building Services
The Building Department provides customer-friendly services including review, processing, issuance, and inspection of building permits. This department provides assurance that construction within the Town complies with the provisions of all applicable codes.
Local Business Tax Receipts (License)
The Town charges Business Tax Receipts (formally known as Occupational Licenses) for businesses, professions and occupations which are engaged in or carried on within the Town’s corporate limits. All new businesses, whether operating from a location along Forest Hill Boulevard or from a residence, need to obtain a Business Tax Receipt from the Town and from Palm Beach County.
User Permits
User permits are required for homes and business maintaining an audible alarm, Golf Cart, use of the Town's Boat Ramp, host a garage sale or capital outdoor sale, as well as the use of the Town's Tennis Courts. Permits and or access cards may be obtained through the Community Development Department.
Floodplain Management
Community program of preventive and corrective measures to reduce the risk of current and future flooding. A variety of measures are taken and include zoning, subdivision or building, building codes, and special-purpose floodplain ordinances.