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The Time to Prepare is Now
Hurricane season is here – prepare now, before a storm threatens our area. Early preparation helps you avoid last-minute crowds and supply shortages.
The Hillsborough County Tax Collector’s Office is committed to serving you throughout hurricane season. We closely monitor conditions and follow guidance from emergency management officials to ensure services are provided safely whenever possible.
When a hurricane threatens, having the right information and documents on hand can make all the difference. Below are trusted local resources to help you prepare, find your evacuation zone, and stay informed – plus a checklist of essential documents to bring if you need to evacuate.
Emergency Resources
- Stay Safe
- Online Disaster Guide
- HCFL Alert signup page
- Evacuation Zones vs. Flood Zones
- Find My Flood Zone
- Find My Evacuation Zone
- TECO Storm Center
- Hillsborough County Sheriff Office (HCSO) – Hurricane Resource Center
- Florida 511 – Get up-to-the-minute, real-time traffic conditions and incident information.
City Resources
Essential documents checklist
- Personal Identification: Driver license or state-issued ID, passport, social security cards and birth certificates.
- Property & Financial Records: Insurance policies (home, auto, health, flood), property deeds or lease agreements, recent utility bills for proof of residence, bank account information and credit card information.
- Additional Important Items: Medical records and prescription information, emergency contact list, recent photos of your property (for insurance claims) and cash in small bills.
Having these critical documents readily available can significantly speed up insurance claims, temporary housing applications, and other recovery services after the storm passes. Store physical copies in a waterproof bag or container and consider keeping digital copies on a secure cloud service or USB drive.
Online Services & Publix Kiosks
There are several online services and options still available if needed during a weather crisis.
Click on the service below for more information.
- Vehicle & Vessel Registration Renewals
- Driver License Renewals (if applicable)
- Driver License Status Check
- E-Title Express (request a printed copy of your electronic title)
Additionally, self-service kiosks for vehicle registration renewals are available at eight Publix locations throughout the county, subject to store hours, and at the MacDill Air Force Base Main Exchange.
Hurricane Tax Refund Process
Important Tax Season Reminder
As we approach tax season, property owners should be aware of the catastrophic storm refund process available under Florida Statute 197.319.
Key Requirements
Eligibility
- Available only to property owners as a refund of taxes already paid
- You must pay your property taxes by the due date of March 31st to be eligible for any refund
Critical Deadline Information
- You must pay your property taxes by the due date of March 31st to be eligible for any refund
- Delinquent payments do not qualify for refunds, even if your application is approved by the Property Appraiser
Processing Timeline
- The Tax Collector processes refunds within two weeks of Property Appraiser approval for eligible property owners
Need More Information?
For detailed requirements and application procedures, visit the Florida Department of Revenue’s homeowner guide at floridarevenue.com.