New Planning Zoning & Building Service Reference Guide

Planning, Zoning & Building

Check out the new Planning Zoning & Building Service Reference Guide. It's a comprehensive list of services and contact information.

PBC Earns 36 Awards from Three National Organizations

Public Affairs

PBC has been recognized with 28 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties for its innovative and effective government programs that improve services for residents.

Northbound Lane Closed on US-441/State Rd. 7, North of S. Central Park Blvd. Near Boca Woods Ln. in Boca Raton

Water Utilities

The PBC Water Utilities Department is conducting road work following a necessary repair to a pipeline north of the intersection of US-441/ State Road 7 and S. Central Park Boulevard.

Local Residents Encouraged to Take Staycations Before School Starts

The Palm Beaches

As a part of its #LoveThePalmBeaches initiative, Discover The Palm Beaches is encouraging county residents to consider local staycations during the planned construction on Northlake Boulevard at the CSX railway.

Sixth Annual Mind Your Business Youth Entrepreneurship Forum

Equal Business Opportunity

The PBC Office of Equal Business Opportunity is proud to announce the sixth annual Mind Your Business Youth Entrepreneurship Forum, taking place on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

PBC Launches Inaugural Housing Leadership Academy to Build Capacity for Innovative Housing Solutions

The PBC Community Services Department is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural Housing Leadership Academy, a dynamic, nine-month program designed to strengthen local leadership and build capacity among professionals working to address housing and homelessness in PBC, with the goal of creating lasting impact across the county.

Traffic Shift at Seminole Pratt Whitney Road & Northlake Boulevard Intersection

As part of the ongoing widening project along Seminole Pratt Whitney Road and Northlake Boulevard, a traffic shift and temporary intersection configuration at Seminole Pratt Whitney Road and Northlake Boulevard started Tuesday, July 29.

Intersection Closure at Northlake Boulevard & Beeline Highway for Railroad Replacement Begins Aug. 1

Starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1, the intersection of Northlake Boulevard and Beeline Highway will be closed continuously through Sunday, Aug. 10.

Safe Religious Spaces: Lunch & Panel Discussion

August is Clergy Sexual Abuse Awareness Month. Let's talk about it. All are welcome to attend on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Wood Hall in West Palm Beach.

PBC Public Safety Urges Pet Owners to Prepare for Hurricane Season

Pet owners need to be prepared for hurricane season, and the PBC Public Safety Department Animal Care and Control Division is here to help.

Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & The PBC Library System Partner to Provide STEAM Programming for Children

The Schoolhouse Children’s Museum and the PBC Library System are thrilled to announce a new partnership delivering signature early childhood programming directly to communities throughout Palm Beach County.

Award-Winning, Educational Films & TV Shows Available at No Cost

As the cost of entertainment climbs, people are discovering one of the best resources for streaming exciting video content that their county library is. Residents can access over 33,000 popular, entertaining, fun and educational films and TV shows at no cost and without ads, all courtesy of the PBC Library System’s newest service, Kanopy.

Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Mobile Museums of Tolerance Partners with PBC Library System to Combat Hate & Foster Tolerance

The Simon Wiesenthal Center's Mobile Museums of Tolerance is partnering with the PBC Library System to provide free interactive anti-hate education throughout the county.

PBC Department of Housing & Economic Development Mortgage & Notice of Funding Availability

The PBC Department of Housing and Economic Development announces the availability of $3,000,000 in the HOME Investment Partnership First-Time Homebuyer Program.

Heirs' Property Family Wealth Protection Project

PBC and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta are pleased to announce the 2025-26 Heirs' Property Family Wealth Protection Fund project.

Adult Open Gym Programs at Westgate Park and Recreation Center

Westgate Park and Recreation Center is excited to announce the availability of adult open gym volleyball and basketball programming in their fully air-conditioned gymnasium.

PBC Parks & Recreation Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Public Engagement

On July 13 during the NACo Annual Conference in Philadelphia, the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department was nationally recognized for its outstanding communication efforts by the 2025 National Association of County Information Officers.

Happenings in Amphitheaters

Summer is in full swing with unforgettable events at the amphitheaters.

Orchid Symposium 2025

Mounts Botanical Garden and The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches will co-present a daylong Orchid Symposium on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the garden located at 531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Mounts Announces Summer Orchid Series

Mounts Botanical Garden invites orchid lovers and plant enthusiasts of all levels to cultivate their knowledge and passion this summer during its Orchid Quartet Series.