All real property in foreclosure must be registered with the County and pay a $200.00 registration fee per property. Foreclosure Registry Ordinance No. 14-19 approved on February 25, 2014, went into effect on April 1, 2014. County Code was updated via Ordinance No. 18-43, approved on October 23, 2018.

Not in most cases. As of July 1, 2021, due to the passage of Florida State Statute 162, a code enforcement officer may not initiate enforcement of a potential violation of a code or ordinance by way of an anonymous complaint. Therefore, a person who wishes to report a potential violation must provide their name and address before enforcement may proceed. This does not apply if the code enforcement officer has reason to believe that the violation presents an imminent threat to public health, safety, or welfare or imminent destruction of habitat or sensitive resources. Any information you provide will become a public record.

To register a property with Manatee County, navigate to Orange Data. Select "Register Your Property." If you don't have an account, choose "Create an Account" and follow the provided steps. For those with an existing account, log in using your credentials. Remember, property registration is only complete upon payment. You'll receive a confirmation email once your property is successfully registered. If you have a bulk property registration involving 10 or more properties, it's best to contact Orange Data Systems. If you need assistance during the registration process or encounter website issues, contact Orange Data Systems via email at register@orangedata.com or by phone at 407-965-4245.

To report an unlicensed contractor, call (941) 749-3084

There are 18 officers with assigned zones and three lieutenants that handle special assignments (i.e., Nuisance Abatement, Sexual Oriented Businesses, Pain Management Clinics, Unlicensed Contractor Enforcement, Unsafe Structures and Massage Parlors)

A $200.00 registration fee is required per property.

The officers will rearrange their schedules to do evening and weekend work.

It is an effective strategy for reducing crime and improving the quality of life for residents. How a house and property are maintained can significantly impact crime rates and overall neighborhood safety. Both owners and renters can enhance the security of their homes and contribute to creating a neighborhood that discourages crime by following some straightforward guidelines. Learn more about CPTED by viewing the CPTED brochure.