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The Resilient Environment Department was created in 2008 when Broward County merged its urban redevelopment and planning functions with those of environmental protection, emergency management and consumer protection. Th​e consolidation created a combined pool of talent and resources that will enable Broward County to address the issues a​nd opportunities of our community with efficiency, creativity and innovation.​​


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Resilient Broward

Safeguarding lives, natural resources and property of residents and visitors by providing for natural resource planning, management and protection, planning for appropriate land use and housing patterns.

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Animal Care

The Animal Care Division promotes responsible pet ownership and community safety, reunite the lost, rescue the neglected, increase adoptions, and reduce pet overpopulation.

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Building Code

Guidance and enforcement of laws, ordinances, resolutions and regulations regarding construction, code enforcement, unsafe structure/minimum housing regulations, and elevator safety.

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Consumer Protection

Advocating for the public, we provide assistance with consumer complaints as well as licensing and regulating child care, auto body and motor vehicle repair, chauffeurs, taxis and for-hire vehicles, medical transport services, towing and immobilization, and movers in Broward County.

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Environmental Permitting

The Environmental Permitting Division protects public health, safety, and welfare by administering and enforcing rules, policies and ordinances.

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Natural Resources

Our Division's mission is to protect, restore, and enhance the quality, abundance, and diversity of the County's natural resources through coordinated management efforts including research, planning, monitoring, project implementation, and outreach activities.

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Housing Finance

The Housing Finance Division is responsible for administering the housing programs of both the Housing Finance Authority of Broward County, Florida, and the Broward County Commission.

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Urban Planning

The Urban Planning Division provides countywide planning, development management and GIS services. The division also provides information on BrowardNEXT, Census 2020, Transportation Planning and Historic Pre​servation.

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