Town 'n' Country Public Records

Public records for Town 'n' Country, Florida run through Hillsborough County offices, since Town 'n' Country is a census-designated place rather than an incorporated city. Court records, property files, and most government documents for this community are handled by the Hillsborough County Clerk of Circuit Court and other county agencies under the 13th Judicial Circuit.

How Records Work for an Unincorporated Community

Town 'n' Country is a census-designated place in western Hillsborough County. It is not incorporated. That means there's no city government, no city clerk, and no city hall. All public records for the area go through Hillsborough County rather than a separate city office.

Court records filed by or against Town 'n' Country residents are part of the Hillsborough County court system. Property records for addresses in the area are with the county property appraiser. Zoning and code enforcement issues are handled by Hillsborough County. Law enforcement for unincorporated Town 'n' Country falls under the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Florida's open records law applies the same way here as anywhere else in the state. Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes gives every person the right to see and copy public records without having to give a reason or identify themselves. Agencies must respond promptly and can't delay requests without cause.

Exemptions under Section 119.071 cover active investigations, some personal data, and certain law enforcement records. These are the exceptions. The general rule is access, and most requests for ordinary records don't run into restrictions.

Court Records Through the Hillsborough Clerk

The Hillsborough County Clerk of Circuit Court is the official keeper of all court records in the 13th Judicial Circuit. You can search cases tied to Town 'n' Country residents or addresses through the clerk's online portal. Searches by name, case number, or date are available at no cost to view.

The clerk's system covers civil cases, criminal charges, family court matters, and probate filings. Civil records include small claims and circuit-level civil disputes. Criminal files cover misdemeanor and felony cases. Family court holds divorce cases, custody orders, domestic violence injunctions, and adoption records. Probate deals with estate cases, wills, and guardianship filings.

If you can't find a record online, you can visit the clerk's office or make a written request. The main courthouse is in Tampa. Copies cost $0.15 per page. Certified copies carry a higher fee. Juvenile records and sealed cases are not accessible to the public.

Hillsborough County Government Records

Since Town 'n' Country has no city government, Hillsborough County handles functions that a city government would manage in incorporated areas. The Hillsborough County government website is the main portal for county services and records access.

Building permits for Town 'n' Country addresses are issued by Hillsborough County. If a property had work done, the permit record is with the county's permit office. These records show what was approved, who did the work, and whether the job passed inspection.

Zoning decisions, variance records, and code enforcement actions are county-level records here. So are environmental permits and development approvals. County commission meeting minutes and budget documents are public too. Many of these are posted online through the Hillsborough County website.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office covers law enforcement for unincorporated areas including Town 'n' Country. Sheriff's records, such as incident reports and arrest logs, follow the standard open records rules. Routine records are available. Files tied to open investigations may carry a temporary exemption but eventually become available as well.

Hillsborough County Clerk Portal

The screenshot below is from the Hillsborough County Clerk's official website, which provides case search tools, official records access, and information about the clerk's services for the 13th Judicial Circuit.

The clerk's portal is the primary online resource for searching court cases and official records tied to Town 'n' Country and all other areas of Hillsborough County.

Property Records

Property records for Town 'n' Country are managed by the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser. Search by address or parcel number to find ownership history, assessed values, and land data. This search is free online.

Deed records, mortgages, and liens are recorded with the Hillsborough County Clerk. Each property sale generates a recorded deed, and these filings go back many decades. Real estate buyers, title companies, and lenders all use these records regularly.

Tax records are with the Hillsborough County Tax Collector. Current bill amounts and payment histories are available online. No office visit is required for basic lookups.

How to Request Records

Requests can be made in person, by email, phone, or mail. No specific form is required by law. Describe what you need clearly, include the record type, dates, names, and any addresses. That gives staff what they need to find the file.

The standard copy fee is $0.15 per page. The first 30 minutes of staff search time is free. After that, agencies may charge based on the hourly pay of the lowest-qualified employee who can do the job. Certified copies carry a higher rate than plain copies.

If a request is denied without a valid reason, contact the Florida Attorney General's Government Records Mediation Program at (850) 245-0140. Their services are free and can resolve disputes faster than going to court. More info is at myfloridalegal.com.

Vital Records

Birth and death records from events in Town 'n' Country are filed with the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics. Request them through the Florida Department of Health.

Marriage licenses come from the Hillsborough County Clerk. Divorce records are in the circuit court file and searchable through the Hillsborough Clerk's system. Certified copies of either require a request and a fee.

Nearby Cities

Town 'n' Country is surrounded by several Hillsborough County cities and nearby communities with their own public records and county resources.

Hillsborough County Records

Court records and official records for Town 'n' Country are maintained by the Hillsborough County Clerk of Court.