Broward County Welcome Package

If you are planning to move to Broward County or are just new to the area below you will find all of the information you need to get settled in and locate all of Broward County's resources. You can find contact information for County and City offices as well as school locations, neighborhood hospitals, free grocery coupons and so much more.

 


The First Time Home Buyers Program

If you are a First Time Home Buyer, this program is for you! With below-market mortgage rates and down payments of only 3% Broward County has teamed up with local Mortgage lenders to make this program possible. Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is not required with the program. Learn More...

 

Where to go in a Hurricane (Broward County Shelter Info)

In the event of a Hurricane many residents will be able to find shelter in their homes. However, if it is necessary to evacuate the link below will help you do just that. Shelters will provide basic assistance and a safe place to stay. Learn More...

 

Buy A Broward County Home

Search every Broward County home for sale listed on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). You can find 1000s of condos, homes and townhomes for sale. Learn More...

 

Libraries

Broward County Library brings free educational and cultural services to the entire county! BCL has over 40 locations throughout Broward county. Learn More...

 

Start A Broward County Business

From incorporating to obtaining a city occupational license, learn and follow the steps necessary to open a business in Broward County. Learn More...

 

School Locations

As the 6th largest Public school system in the United States, Broward County Public Schools are home to over 260,000 students and about 175,000 adult students. BCPS has a very diverse population with children from over 204 countries. Learn More...

 

County Government Offices and Resources

Follow the link below for addresses and telephone numbers for every Broward County government agency, as well as their websites where available. Learn More...

 

Where to get a Florida Driver’s License

If you have recently moved to Florida from another state, you must transfer your out-of-state license within 30 days and change your vehicle registration address within 10 days of your arrival. Learn More...

 

How and where to file for Homestead - Save Money on Real Estate Taxes

You may be eligible for a Homestead Exemption on your home, condominium, co-op apartment, or certain mobile home lots if they qualify. The homestead exemption can save a Broward homeowner anywhere from $600.00 to $1,100.00 (depending upon your city's millage rate) in annual real estate tax savings for all homes with a value of $75,000 or higher. See this link below for more information. Learn More...

 

How and Where to Register to Vote

Learn how and where to register and find information on voter eligibility. If you are eighteen years old, a U.S. citizen, and legal resident of Florida you may register to vote. If you are sixteen years old, you may pre-register and receive your card in the mail after your 18th birthday. Learn More...

 

Broward County Post Office Locations

Need to find your local post office, or a post office near you? Click the link below. Learn More...

 

Free Printable Grocery Coupons

For free online national and local coupons that replace the weekly coupon savings you receive in your Sunday newspaper, click the link below. Find offers and coupons for manufacturers like Hasbro, Crest, Tide, Pampers, Febreze, Hormel, Huggies and more. Learn More...

Broward County City Utilities (Click City Links Below)

Broward Utility companies differ by city, by clicking the designated city below you will be redirected to the City’s Utility Provider’s official site. You may start/stop service, view/pay bills, report an outage, etc.

Coconut Creek

Cooper City

Coral Springs

Dania Beach

Davie

Deerfield Beach

Fort Lauderdale

Hallandale Beach

Hillsboro Beach

Hollywood

Lauderdale Lakes

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Lauderhill

Lighthouse Point

Margate

Miramar

North Lauderdale

Oakland Park

Parkland

Pembroke Park

Pembroke Pines

Plantation

Pompano Beach

Sea Ranch Lakes

Southwest Ranches

Sunrise

Tamarac

West Park

Weston

Wilton Manors

 

Broward General Contractors

Whether you have a quick remodeling project or full-scale new construction, a general contractor can help. See the link below for a complete list of Broward County General Contractors. Learn More...

 

Garbage Collection (Click City Links Below)

Broward County garbage collection differs by city, by clicking the designated city below you will be redirected to the City’s official site. You may find schedules, recycling instructions as well as bulk pick-up dates. Learn More...

Coconut Creek

Cooper City

Coral Springs

Dania Beach

Davie

Deerfield Beach

Fort Lauderdale

Hallandale Beach

Hillsboro Beach

Hollywood

Lauderdale Lakes

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Lauderhill

Lighthouse Point

Margate

Miramar

North Lauderdale

Oakland Park

Parkland

Pembroke Park

Pembroke Pines

Plantation

Pompano Beach

Sea Ranch Lakes

Southwest Ranches

Sunrise

Tamarac

West Park

Weston

Wilton Manors

 

Florida Power and Light

Florida Power and Light, commonly referred to as FPL is a Florida-based power utility which serves an estimated 4.4 million customers in Florida. Learn More...

 

Animal Control:

Only 6 of Broward County’s Cities offer some Animal Control Services, however Broward County Animal Control covers the entire county. If you have lost your pet, need to report animal issues or nuisance wildlife, or if you are interested in adoption you can find the link below.

 

 

Alligators:

For Removal of alligators, call the state Nuisance Alligator Program at (866) 392-4286

 

Healthy Wildlife: (such as lizards, snakes and wild birds)

For further information on co-existing with wildlife or resolving conflicts, please call the South Florida Wildlife Care Center at (954) 524 4302.

 

All Birds: (including ducks, geese, egrets and other feathered creatures, or any found nests)

For information or assistance please call the South Florida Wildlife Care Center at (954) 524-4302

 

Sick or Injured Wildlife:

Injured wildlife can also be taken to the Wildlife Care Center, 3200 SW 4th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. Call (954) 524-4302.

 

Broward County Bus/Transit Maps and Schedules

Broward County Transit offers an excellent option for getting around Broward County. With a fleet of 299 buses , connections available to Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties transit systems as well as to the Tri-Rail (see link below for Tri-Rail stops) BCT will get you where you need to go. Learn More...

 

Tri Rail South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (Broward County)

 

Broward County Police Departments

The Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) is a full-service public safety agency. BSO's Department of Law Enforcement serves the Broward County Courthouse, the Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the county’s water ways, Port Everglades, all of unincorporated Broward County, and over 14 cities and towns that have contracted BSO to provide their services. The remainder of Broward County is patrolled by individual City Police Departments.

Coconut Creek Police Department

Cooper City BSO and Fire (BSO)

Coral Springs Police Department

Dania Beach Police Department (BSO)

Davie Police Department

Deerfield Police Department (BSO)

Fort Lauderdale Police Department

Hallandale Police Department

Hillsboro Beach Police Department

Hollywood Police Department

Lauderdale Lakes Police Department (BSO)

Lauderdale-By-The-Sea Police Department (BSO)

Lauderhill Police Department

Lighthouse Point Police Department

Margate Police Department

Miramar Police Department

North Lauderdale Police Department (BSO)

Oakland Park Police Department (BSO)

Parkland Police Department (BSO)

Pembroke Park Police Department (BSO)

Pembroke Pines Police Department

Plantation Police Department

Pompano Beach Police Department (BSO)

Sea Ranch Lakes Police Department (BSO)

Southwest Ranches Police Department (BSO)

Sunrise

Tamarac Police Department (BSO)

West Park Police Department (BSO)

Weston Police Department (BSO)

Wilton Manor Police Department

 

Broward County Hospitals

Broward County hospitals were recognized among the best by the leading U.S. health-care inspection and accreditation organization. Please see list of locations below.

Atlantic Shores Hospital
4545 N. Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
ph: 954-771-2711
(Priv. Psych. Hosp.)

 

Westside Regional
Medical Center
8201 W. Broward Blvd.
Plantation, FL 33324
954-473-6600

University Hospital & Medical Center
7201 N. University Drive
Tamarac, FL 33321
954-721-2200

 

St. John's Rehab. Hospital & Nursing Center
3075 N.W. 35th Avenue
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
954-739-6233

Plantation General Hospital
401 N.W. 42nd Avenue
Plantation, FL 33317
954-587-5010

 

Northwest Medical Center
2801 N. State Road 7
Margate, FL 33063
954-974-0400

North Broward Medical Center
201 E. Sample Road
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
954-941-8300

 

North Ridge Medical Center
5757 N. Dixie Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
954-776-6000

Memorial Regional Hospital
3501 Johnson Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
954-987-2000

 

Memorial Hospital
W. 703 N. Flamingo Rd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
954-433-7100

Memorial Hospital - Pembroke
2301 N. University Drive
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
954-962-9650

 

Memorial Hospital - Miramar
1901 SW 172nd Avenue
Miramar, FL 33029
954-538-5000

Kindred Hospital - Hollywood
1859 Van Buren Street
Hollywood, FL 33020
954-920-9000

 

Kindred Hospital - Fort Lauderdale
1516 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-764-8900

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
3501 Johnson Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
954-KIDS-135

 

Imperial Point Medical Center
6401 N. Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
954-776-8500

Holy Cross Hospital
4725 N. Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
954-771-8000

 

Hollywood Medical Center
3600 Washington Street
Hollywood, FL 33021
954-966-4500

HealthSouth Sunrise Hospital
4399 Nob Hill Road
Sunrise, FL 33351
954-749-0300

 

Florida Medical Center
5000 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
954-735-6000

CPC Fort Lauderdale Hospital
1601 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-463-4321 (Priv. Psych. Hosp.)

 

Coral Springs Medical Center
3000 Coral Hills Drive
Coral Springs, FL 33065
954-344-3000

Broward General Medical Center
1600 S. Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
954-355-4400

 

Cleveland Clinic Hospital
3100 Weston Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33331
954-689-5000

 


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