Community & Services

Building an ADU in Orange County is now easier than ever with Ready Set Orange
Looking to build a Mother-in-Law suite in your backyard for an aging family member? Or maybe you want to put a long-term rental unit behind your house for an extra source of income? A new Orange County program called Ready Set Orange is here to make it easier than ever to construct an Accessory Dwelling […]
Flower Power: Master Gardener Volunteers Help Beautify Orange County
Do you know how to choose the right plant for the right place? This is a key focus of UF/IFAS Extension Orange County, a...
Dedicated Response Team Leads Storm Debris Pickup Following Back-to-Back Hurricanes
Back-to-back hurricanes present significant challenges relating to storm debris pickup. Those leading the recovery efforts know this firsthand. Fortunately, in Orange County a team...
Jessica M. Rodriguez: Champion of Health and Community Appointed Manager Orange County Medical Clinic
Increased access to quality patient care for the underserved is a top priority for Jessica M. Rodriguez, the newly appointed manager of the Orange...
Two ‘Heroes’ Save Child from Harm’s Way While Working for Orange County Utilities
An average day turned out to be anything but when two astute electricians working for the Orange County Utilities Water Division saved a child...
Getting Out of Debt: Financial Empowerment Center Offers Free Counseling to County Residents
Thanks to a $300,000 grant from the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, Orange County has become the first local government in Florida to launch...
Planning for the Future with Vision 2050
As Orange County prepares for the next 30 years, it must change the way it manages growth. This strategy for the future is laid...
Neighborhood Goodness: Taking a Break to Appreciate
Picture this: It’s a gorgeous, sunny day, and the streets are lined with majestic oak trees. Neighbors stroll over to a nearby home for...
Building Stronger Communities Together: The Community Connection Workshop Series
The Orange County Neighborhood Services division is committed to fostering strong, engaged and informed communities. One of the most impactful ways they achieve this...
Orange County Rolls Out Live Training and Extra Support for Permitting Services
Need a little extra help navigating Orange County’s online permitting system? A dedicated team of experts is here for you. On October 1, the...