Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What regulations do I need to follow when installing an alarm?

Alarm installations will require a permit from the Building Department. For questions please call (954) 597-3420. Residential and commercial burglar alarms do not have to be registered with BSO – Tamarac. Fire alarms do not need to be registered with the Tamarac Fire Department. Call (954) 597-3800 for more information.

2. How do I open a water utility account?

Welcome to the City of Tamarac

We are glad you have decided to make our City your new home! Please review the list below and the paperwork required for each category, so we can expedite your new water service.

Owner:
- Warranty Deed or HUD - Settlement Statement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), or passport for foreign owners
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- A water deposit is required, and the amount is dependent on the size of the meter at the location (please call us for the exact amount at 954-597-3590)

Tenant:
- Lease Agreement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), or passport for foreign owners
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- A water deposit is required, and the amount is dependent on the size of the meter at the location (please call us for the exact amount at 954-597-3590)

Realtor:
- Listing Agreement
- Legible copy of a valid State issued identification (e.g.: Driver's License), and business card
- The New Services Request Form and Water Service Waiver
- Deposit of $105

You can deliver all required documentation by:
- Email Customer Service
- Fax 954-597-3599
- Mail to 7525 NW 88th Avenue Tamarac Florida, 33321 or in-person Room 102
  Mon - Thurs 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

3. What is the City Commission?

(954) 597-3460
City Hall/7525 N.W. 88th Avenue

The five-member City Commission includes four Commissioners, elected by their respective districts and a Mayor elected citywide. The Commission is responsible for setting policy, adopting the annual budget, formulating goals and objectives, and making decisions that affect the quality of life in the community. They appoint a City Manager who oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, while at the same time carrying out the Commission initiatives and directives. The Commission also appoints a City Attorney to represent Tamarac in legal matters. Commission Meetings are held the second (evening, 7:00 pm) and fourth (morning, 9:00 am) Wednesday of each month in the Commission Chambers at Tamarac City Hall. Commission Workshops are held the Monday preceding each Commission Meeting in Room 105 at Tamarac City Hall, beginning at 9:30 am. Commission meetings and workshops are open to the public. Click here to watch commission meetings and workshops streamed live, locate which commission district you live in or to access your Commissioner's email address.

4. I've received a Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing. What does this mean?

If you receive a Notice of Violation/Notice of Hearing, the City Code violation must be corrected in the time given. If not, the case is then heard at a Special Magistrate hearing to determine if there is, in fact, a violation of the City Code. If the violation is deemed to be valid, then a monetary fine is assessed against the property until the violations are corrected. The Code Compliance Division can be reached at (954) 597-3425. For Building Code violations, please contact the Building Department at (954) 597-3424. For Fire Code violations, contact the Fire Department at (954) 597-3800. Questions regarding code violation notices should be directed to the Fire Inspector who wrote the violation notice.