Fire & Rescue

The property owner (or their designated representative) will be furnished a copy of the inspection report. 

Yes, both tenants and the property owner (or their designated representative) are encouraged to be present during inspections.  Informational exchanges are critical to the success of the program. 

The property owner or their designated representative must be present during inspections.  It is the responsibility of the property owner to inform the tenants of impending inspections and to provide access.

Inspections will be performed Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. by appointment only. 

You will submit your applications at City Hall 104 N. Riverside Dr.  Edgewater, FL 32132.

Phone 386-424-2400 Ext. 1306.

Yes, the Residential Housing Rental program requires an inspection of both the interior and exterior of each unit on the property. 

All pets should be confined or restrained in such a way as to eliminate any possibility of attack or escape during the inspection process.

Each inspection will vary according to the individual property; however, one should set aside a minimum of one hour for a single family residence.  This is only an average.

Once the Business Tax Receipt is submitted, the property owner or representative will be contacted to set up the inspection. Inspections will be done by appointment only. After the property inspection is complete and the property is in compliance, the property owner will pay for the Certificate of Use.

The program is an approved part of the City of Edgewater Code of Ordinances which provides for adequate penalties for noncompliance.  Individuals how fail to file a Business Tax Receipt and Certificate of Use with the City of Edgewater will be subject to a Citation and to a hearing before the Special Magistrate.  This is a mandatory program for all rental properties.