New Resident Guide · Brooksville, Florida
Hernando CountyUtilities & Services
Just bought or moving within Hernando County? Here is every office and utility you'll need to get settled across Brooksville, Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, and the rest of the county — turn on the power and water, set up trash, file your homestead exemption, register to vote, and find your zoned schools. Print it and keep it on the fridge.
Step 1
County Offices
The government offices every new homeowner needs — for your homestead exemption, taxes, license plates, schools, and voter registration.
Property Appraiser
Hernando County Property Appraiser
File your homestead exemption (deadline March 1), check your assessed value, and look up property records. Filing homestead is the most valuable thing a new Florida homeowner can do.
Tax Collector
Hernando County Tax Collector
Pay property taxes, register your vehicles and get Florida license plates, and handle driver license services. New residents must get a Florida license within 30 days.
Supervisor of Elections
Hernando County Supervisor of Elections
Register to vote or update your voter registration with your new address.
Public Schools
Hernando County School District
Find the schools your new address is zoned for and enroll your children.
School zone locator →Official Records / Deeds
Hernando County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
Records and provides copies of your deed and other official property documents (Recording Division); also marriage licenses and court records.
Building & Permitting
Hernando County Building Division
Permits and inspections for remodels, additions, pools, and fences in unincorporated Hernando County. If your home is inside the City of Brooksville, permit through the city instead.
Sheriff (Non-Emergency)
Hernando County Sheriff's Office
Non-emergency police matters and reports. For emergencies, always call 911.
Step 2
Set Up Your Utilities
Call ahead of your move-in date so the power and water are on when you arrive. Electric and water depend on your exact address — see the note under each.
Electric
Two providers split the county — confirm by address. (SECO is not a practical provider for these areas.)
Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative (WREC)
Serves: Most of Hernando County — Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Hernando Beach, and much of the unincorporated county (largest provider).
Duke Energy Florida
Serves: The Brooksville area and pockets of the county.
Water & Sewer
Inside Brooksville, use the city. Everywhere else, the county. Many rural homes are on a private well & septic.
Hernando County Utilities (HCUD)
Serves: Unincorporated Hernando — Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Hernando Beach, etc.
City of Brooksville Utility Billing
Serves: Inside City of Brooksville limits.
Natural Gas
Gas is limited — TECO Peoples Gas serves parts (e.g., Spring Hill). Many homes are propane or all-electric.
TECO Peoples Gas
Serves: Parts of Hernando (not countywide) — confirm availability by address.
Trash & Recycling
Unincorporated curbside is handled by the county's hauler; Brooksville runs its own collection.
Coastal Waste & Recycling
Serves: Unincorporated Hernando County curbside (county hauler).
City of Brooksville Sanitation
Serves: Inside City of Brooksville limits.
Internet & TV
Availability varies block to block — check your address on each provider's site.
Spectrum (Charter)
Serves: The dominant wired provider across Brooksville, Spring Hill, and most of the county.
Not sure who serves your exact address?
Electric, water, and trash can change street by street. The fastest ways to confirm: check the seller's most recent utility bill, ask your closing agent or title company, or call the city utility office for the city your home is in. If your home is in an unincorporated area, it's handled by the county. Your MaxLife agent is happy to help you pin this down before closing.
Hernando County Setup — Common Questions
Who provides electricity in Hernando County, FL?
Two providers split the county: Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative (WREC) is the largest, covering Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Hernando Beach, and much of the unincorporated county, while Duke Energy serves the Brooksville area and some pockets. Confirm your provider by address.
How do I set up water service in Hernando County?
Inside the City of Brooksville, use the city ((352) 540-3860). Everywhere else — Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Hernando Beach, and unincorporated areas — it's Hernando County Utilities at (352) 754-4037. Many rural homes are on a private well and septic.
How do I file for the Florida homestead exemption in Hernando County?
File with the Hernando County Property Appraiser at hernandocountypa-florida.us or (352) 754-4190. The deadline is March 1, and you must own and occupy the home as your permanent residence as of January 1 of that year.
Where do I register my car and get a Florida driver license after moving to Hernando County?
The Hernando County Tax Collector ((352) 754-4180) handles vehicle registration, license plates, and driver license services. New residents generally must get a Florida license within 30 days and register their vehicles within 10 days of starting work or enrolling children in school.
How do I register to vote in Hernando County?
Register or update your address through the Hernando County Supervisor of Elections at hernandovotes.gov or (352) 754-4125. You can also update your registration when you get your Florida driver license.
Helpful next reads
Take it with you
Print this Hernando County contact sheet as a clean one-pager — perfect to keep on the fridge or hand to a client at closing.
Buying or selling in Hernando County? Talk to Ryan Solberg at MaxLife Realty.
Contact details verified June 2026against each agency's and provider's official website. Government offices and utilities occasionally change phone numbers, websites, and service areas — please confirm before relying on a number for a deadline or time-sensitive matter. MaxLife Realty is not affiliated with any office or utility listed here. For emergencies, call 911.