Our department plans, guides, & protects timely growth & development in Marion County by engaging in proactive, inclusive & community-oriented goals & guidelines covered in the county's comprehensive plan & land development code.

Our staff works toward balancing community livability, economic viability & environmental sensitivity through its two service divisions: Code Enforcement; Planning & Zoning.

Code Enforcement

We work to promote, protect & improve the health, safety, & welfare of the citizens of Marion County through an effective code enforcement program based on the Marion County Land Development Code.

Planning & Zoning

Our team manages existing & future development by encouraging the availability of adequate services & facilities, ensuring the wise use of our natural resources, promoting awareness & consideration of cultural resources, & facilitating the protection & enhancement of our community's quality of life.

To complete these tasks, we regulate the location, height, & size of buildings & structures on property within Marion County & enforce zoning regulations to protect the health, safety, & well-being of all our community's residents & visitors.

The county's current evaluation & appraisal report (EAR) was adopted by the county commission on June 18, 2019. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) determined this adopted amendment to be "In Compliance" within the requirements of Florida Statutes, chapter 163, part II.

Evaluation & appraisal report

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Community redevelopment areas

Community redevelopment areas (CRAs) are special districts created, per Florida Statutes, by a local government working in partnership with the designated community to focus on stabilizing & revitalizing the area.