Find Clermont Residents Directory

The Clermont residents directory pulls from public records held by the City of Clermont and the Lake County Clerk of Courts. Clermont has a population near 44,000 and sits in the southern part of Lake County, close to the border with Orange County. The city has grown fast in recent years, which means the records on file keep getting larger. You can search for Clermont residents through voter data, property tax files, court case records, and state license databases. The city clerk handles local records requests while the Lake County Clerk manages most court and land records. This page covers the tools and methods for finding people who live in Clermont.

Clermont City Records Requests

The City of Clermont handles public records through the city clerk's office. You can request documents the city keeps on file, which includes meeting minutes, permits, contracts, code enforcement files, and employee records. The clerk takes requests by phone, email, or in person at city hall. The phone number is 352-241-7330. Staff can tell you if a record is on file and what the cost will be.

The Clermont public records request page has the steps and forms you need to start a request with the city.

The statewide CCIS system is one of the main tools for the Clermont residents directory, pulling court records from all 67 Florida counties.

When you make a request, give as much detail as you can. Include dates, names, and the type of document. Broad requests take longer to fill. Standard fees are 15 cents per page for one-sided copies. If the request takes more than 30 minutes of staff time, the city can charge for the labor. Most small requests cost little or nothing. If you are looking for a specific record about a Clermont resident, the more detail you give, the faster you will get it.

Note: Clermont City Hall is at 685 W Montrose St, Clermont, FL 34711, and the clerk's office is open on weekdays during normal business hours.

Search Clermont Residents by Name

Voter data is one of the quickest ways to find someone in Clermont. Florida voter records are public. The file has each voter's name, home address, date of birth, and party. Social Security numbers and license numbers are not part of the public voter file. You can get voter data from the Lake County Supervisor of Elections or from the Florida Division of Elections at the state level. If a Clermont resident is registered to vote, they will be in this file.

Property records are another strong tool for the Clermont residents directory. The Lake County Property Appraiser has an online search that lets you look up homes by name or address. Results show who owns the property, what it is assessed at, and the mailing address on file. Clermont has a lot of newer homes due to the recent growth, so property records are well kept and current. A Homestead exemption on a property almost always means it is the owner's main home.

The Florida CCIS court records system pulls case data from all 67 county clerks. You can search by name to find civil, criminal, family, and probate cases filed in Lake County or anywhere in the state. If a Clermont resident has court history, this tool will show it. The basic search is free and takes just a few seconds.

Lake County Clerk Records

The Lake County Clerk of Courts is the main office for official records in the county. This covers deeds, mortgages, liens, marriage licenses, and all court filings for the 5th Judicial Circuit. If you want to look up land records or check on a court case in Clermont, this is where you go. The clerk has online tools for many record types. You can search by name, date, or document type from home.

For court cases, the Lake County Clerk handles civil, criminal, family, and probate filings. Anything filed in Lake County goes through this office. You can search by party name or case number online. Some documents may have parts blocked due to state privacy rules, but basic case info like dates, case type, and party names is open for anyone to see. The clerk's office also handles jury duty, passport services, and marriage licenses.

The Lake County Courthouse is in Tavares, about 25 minutes north of Clermont. You can go in person to search records or ask for help. The South Lake County Courthouse in Clermont is closer and handles some court matters as well. Call the clerk's office first to make sure the records you need are at the location you plan to visit.

Note: The Lake County Clerk has a branch at the South Lake County Courthouse at 1950 9th St in Clermont for Clermont residents who do not want to drive to Tavares.

Clermont Records and Florida Law

Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes gives everyone the right to look at and copy public records. This covers all city and county offices that serve Clermont. You do not need to give your name or say why you want the data. The Clermont residents directory is based on records protected by this law. Voter files, property records, court cases, and city documents are all part of it.

Some info stays out of public files. Social Security numbers, license numbers, and Florida ID numbers are always exempt. Addresses of law enforcement officers may also be kept private. Copy fees run 15 cents per page. Labor charges can apply if a request takes more than half an hour of staff time. These rules are the same across every city and county in Florida, and Clermont follows them the same way.

Clermont Professional License Search

The Florida DBPR license search covers Clermont and the whole state. You can search by name, license number, or city. Results show license status, address of record, and any past issues. The database holds over a million records across fields like real estate, construction, cosmetology, and food service. It is free and open to anyone who wants to check on a licensed professional in Clermont.

The FDLE offender search is another public tool for checking safety records in the Clermont area.

Always verify that a license shows Active before you hire a service provider in Clermont. The search takes seconds and can save a lot of trouble. If the license is expired, suspended, or under review, the results will say so clearly.

Safety Records in Clermont

The FDLE offender search lets you check for registered sexual offenders and predators in the Clermont area. Search by name, address, or zip code. The site shows photos, physical descriptions, offense details, and current addresses. A neighborhood tool shows all offenders within a set distance of any Clermont address. You can sign up for email alerts when someone's status changes near you.

The database is updated every day. Using the data to harass or threaten anyone listed is a crime under Florida law. The search is free and open to everyone.

Clermont Records Contact Info

For help with records in Clermont, start with the city clerk for city-level documents. For county records, contact the Lake County Clerk of Courts. Both offices can point you to the right search tools or walk you through the request steps.

The Lake County Clerk of Courts main office is at 550 W Main St, Tavares, FL 32778. If you live in Clermont, the South Lake County Courthouse branch at 1950 9th St is closer and handles many of the same services. Call ahead for large requests so staff can prepare what you need. The online tools are also a good choice if you prefer to search from home. Most basic record lookups can be done on the Lake County Clerk's website.

Lake County Residents Directory

Clermont is in Lake County, which has a population of over 390,000 in central Florida. The county clerk, property appraiser, and supervisor of elections all keep records on people who live in the area. For more county-level resources and links to search tools, visit the Lake County residents directory page.

View Lake County Residents Directory

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