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Frequently Asked Questions
When do I need to pull a permit?
A building permit is required for remodeling, additions, demolition, reroofing, any substantial changes to any building, structure or pool. A permit is required to install a fence or the addition of any impervious surface (including pavers) to the property. A permit is required to remove a tree with a DBH (diameter at breast height) of 8” or more. Contact Sherry Music, Zoning Clerk, at 407-876-2563 ext. 27 for any questions.
What are the building setbacks?
Windermere requires a 25’ front yard setback, a 35’ rear yard setback if not a corner lot or lakefront lot and the side yard setback is 12.5% of the width of the lot, with the minimum side yard setback being 10’ and the maximum being 15’. A lakefront rear yard setback is 50’ from the NHW (normal high water line). Please follow the link Town’s Residential Zoning Approval Procedure for more details or contact Sherry Music, Zoning Clerk at 407-876-2563 ext. 27 for questions.
When do I have to do stormwater retention?
The Town Ordinance requires stormwater retention to be provided when adding impervious surface (including pavers) to the property totals 125 sq. ft. or more. See link above for the link for additional information.
How much does it cost to rent the Town Hall?
If you live within the Town limits it costs $500.00 for rental + $250.00 deposit. If you live outside the Town limits it costs $1500.00 for rental + $250.00 deposit. A completed contract with the deposit is required to book the hall. The rental fee is paid in full two weeks before the function.
Contact Janna Dorman-Blevins, Office Clerk, at 407-876-2563 ext. 21 for more details.
Who do we contact to report missed refuse or yard waste?
On the Town website, click on the garbage truck on the administration page to register complaints, requests for special service or compliments. Call Waste-Pro at 407-774-0800 or Linda Bouton, Finance Clerk at 407-876-2563 ext. 22 for additional help.
Do I need a permit for a garage sale and how much does it cost?
A permit is required for a garage sale. The cost of the permit is $5.00 with a $10.00 deposit for two signs. The signs may be picked up the week of the sale from the administration office. A property owner may have a garage sale once every eight (8) months. For questions, call Amanda Click at 407-876-2563 ext. 26.
How do I advertise in the newsletter?
Come to the administration office and reserve your ad space by paying $75.00 for a single space or $140.00 for a double space. See Amanda Click for details. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
How do I get a Park or Tennis Pass?
Park and Tennis passes may be purchased at the administration office. The cost for the pass is $25.00 for the Tennis Pass and $35.00 for the Park Pass. The tennis pass includes a key for the tennis courts and the park pass includes a key for the boatramp. These are yearly passes expiring on October 1st. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
