If you're new or moving to Palm Beach County, we have all the helpful tips you will need to make your start easier.

Moving Expenses

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Utilities

Check out the information you will need to get phone, electric and water service in the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast

Phone

AT&T serves the Palm Beach County area. 

Electric

Florida Power & Light Co. serves most of Palm Beach County.  Call FPL at 561-697-8000.
Lake Worth residents receive electrical services through the city utilities department.
Lake Worth residents please call 561-533-7300.

Water

The government agency that will handle your water service varies across Palm Beach County. Call local municipalities for more information.  Those who are relocating to Palm Beach County can set up an account over the phone.  You must call three days in advance.  For information, call Customer Service: 561-740-4600. In the south county area (Boca Raton/Delray Beach), call 561-278-5135.

Jupiter Water & Sewer

Seacoast

Tequesta Water and Sewer

Gas

FL Public Utilities Co. provides natural gas service.  Call Customer Service at 1-800-427-7712.

People's Gas

Garbage

Each municipality provides regular residential and commercial garbage pickup.  The unincorporated area of Palm Beach County is divided into seven districts, with garbage collection service provided by various companies.  Contact the Solid Waste Authority billing and collection department at 561-697-2700.

Solid Waste Authority

Cable

Comcast services all of Palm Beach County.  To set up an account call 1-800-266-2278.

Enrolling a Child in School in Palm Beach County

1. Two documents showing proof of residence such as a utility bill or voter registration card.
2. A certificate of immunization, which is available from physicians or the Public Health Dept.
3. Proof of medical examination during the past year.
4. Kindergarten and first-grade students must present a birth certificate.
5. A copy of the child's last report card.
For information on which school your children will attend, call the Palm Beach County School District at 561-434-8100.

Register to Vote

To be eligible to vote, those relocating may register upon establishing residency.  You must be registered at least 29 days to vote in any election.  To register, you must be 18 years old.  Call the county supervisor of elections 561-355-2650 or register at any post office, public library or driver license office.

Supervisor of Elections

Drivers License & Registration

New Florida Residents:
1) Obtain your Florida driver's license
2) Obtain automobile insurance from a company licensed to do business in FL
3) Finally, title and register your vehicle (obtain license plate)

For more information and locations click here

Palm Beach County Vehicle & Boat Registration

City Links:

City of Palm Beach Gardens

Village of North Palm Beach

Town of Jupiter

Village of Tequesta

City of West Palm Beach

City of Delray Beach

City of Boynton Beach

City of Boca Raton