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Developing, maintaining and enforcing addressing standards is in the best interest of public health, safety and the general welfare of the citizens of Manatee County. Additionally, addressing helps define educational and political districts and affects the quality of services available to citizens. A logical and consistent addressing system can improve the quality of life in a community.
Use the input box below to search for a street name using SOUNDEX or Reserved Street Name List in Manatee County (Unincorporated).
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Comprehensive Planning
View information and download documentation related to the Manatee County Comprehensive Plan
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Development Trends
Manatee County offers maps showing completed, approved, and pending development projects. These maps can be purchased from the Property Appraiser's Office. The county also provides a real-time Development Tracking Map Service with interactive maps, allowing users to search and view development projects across different areas. For questions, contact the GIS Department.
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Addressing
The Addressing Section of Manatee County Development Services assigns streets and addresses in unincorporated areas and corrects addresses that don't meet county standards. These standards are designed to improve emergency response and mail delivery by the USPS
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Manatee County Development Services Department Relocating to Lakewood Ranch
Development Services' Downtown Bradenton office, located at 1112 Manatee Avenue West, will end in-person services, startng Friday, November 14, and the department will resume in-person services at its new location, 9000 Town Center Parkway in Lakewood Ranch, beginning Tuesday, November 18.
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Studies and Reports
Studies and Reports related to the Comprehensive Plan and future development of Manatee County
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Developments of Regional Impact (DRI)
On this page you'll find DRI information which are large-scale project in Florida affecting multiple jurisdictions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an address?
An address is a method used to describe a physical location and is used by law enforcement, fire and ambulance personnel to provide emergency services response, and by the United States Postal Service for the delivery of mail.
Why is an address so important? Because “Every Second Counts in Emergency Response!”
Many people, including those in public safety, view enhanced 9-1-1 as a great emergency response tool. However, without accurate and consistent address information, it cannot always be counted on to help speed-up emergency response. Of the total parts that comprise the enhanced 9-1-1, addressing can be considered one of the most vital.