Runs its own building department, water distribution system (~80 miles of pipeline), and iWorQ portals for permits, contractor registration, and business tax receipts. Sewer lines are owned and maintained by Pinellas County Utilities, (727) 464-4000. Short-term rentals under seven months are not permitted. BTRs run Oct 1 to Sep 30; rental properties pay $100 annually.
Town of Belleair Building Department
(727) 588-1477
In-house building department (one of the few small Pinellas municipalities with its own). Email [email protected]. All contractors must be state-licensed and register with the town via its online contractor portal (https://belleairfl_contractor.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/belleairfl_Contractor) before applying for permits. Certified Building Official: Kathleen Croteau.
other
belleairfl_permit.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/bell
iWorQ permit portal; all building permits can be applied for online. Inspection fees are generally included with permit fees.
Water: Town of Belleair Water Department (town-owned distribution; supply purchased from Pinellas County)
Sewer: Pinellas County Utilities
Contractor Licensing in Pinellas County (PCCLB Local Specialty vs. State DBPR)
contractor
Cosmetology or Barber License (DBPR)
state-license
Dock, Seawall & Marine Construction Permit (Water & Navigation)
environmental
Food Truck / Mobile Food Vendor
state-license
Home-Based Business
business
Local Business Tax Receipt: Pinellas County (Not Required)
licensing
Marriage License and Passport (Clerk of Court)
life-event
Open a Restaurant
state-license
Real Estate Sales Associate License (DBPR/FREC)
state-license
Sell Alcohol (Florida ABT License)
state-license
Septic System (OSTDS) Permit
environmental
Short-Term / Vacation Rental
state-license
Verified from official sources on 2026-08-29.