The City of Sarasota Utilities Department water and sewer services to residents of the City. To set up your account, you need to present your closing documents as proof of ownership. Plan on going to the City of Sarasota Utility Billing Office on 12th Street on the day of your closing to set up your account.
Home-Owner Applicants
Please visit the Customer Service counter of the Utility Billing Office, 1761 12th St., in the City of Sarasota. Applicants must bring:
- Two forms of ID (one must be a government-issued picture ID – driver’s license or passport)
- Proof of ownership (If you are listed as the property owner on the Sarasota County Property Appraiser’s website no additional ownership documentation is required; If you have purchased the home in the last 7 days, please present your closing documents as proof of ownership)
- Deposit and 1st Month Solid Waste Fee: $199.55 (Check, Cash, Credit, or Money Order)
Renter Applicants
Please visit the Customer Service counter of the Utility Billing Office, 1761 12th St., in the City of Sarasota. Applicants must bring:
- Two forms of ID (one must be a government-issued picture ID – driver’s license or passport)
- Copy of Rental Lease (signed by Owner and occupant) and/or Management Company Lease agreement
- Deposit and 1st Month Solid Waste Fee: $199.55 (Check, Cash, Credit, or Money Order)
Commercial/Business Applicants
Please visit the Customer Service counter of the Utility Billing Office, 1761 12th St., in the City of Sarasota. Applicants must bring:
- A copy of Corporation and Tax ID documents (businesses must be incorporated in Florida to have utility accounts in the Corporation’s name).