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1. How can I get copies of utility or road as-builts or record drawings?
2. Are specific CAD drafting standards required for plans submitted to the City?
3. How can I get the City’s standard construction details?
4. What are the requirements for as-built or record drawings?

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1. Where are you located and what are your hours?
2. How do I apply for a permit?
3. Can I apply for a permit on my own as a homeowner?
4. Can I check my permit status online?
5. What building code is followed?
6. How much does a permit cost?
7. How do I know that my contractor pulled my permit?
8. How do I know my contractor scheduled an inspection?
9. How can I check to see if my contractor has had any complaints?
10. Does my building permit expire?
11. Can a permit become null and void?
12. Can I request a permit extension?
13. I'd like to know if I have any open/expired permits on my property?
14. I would like a copy of a survey on my property?
15. Can I pay for a permit online or over the phone?
16. Is a permit required for a wireless or battery operated alarm?
17. Do I need anything from my Homeowner's Association (HOA)?
18. Can I start work once I submit a permit application?

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1. Why is yard waste no longer collected with bulk?
2. Are bulk and yard waste collected together?
3. Why does my yard waste need to be placed in a clear bag?
4. Where can I get clear plastic bags for yard waste?
5. Do I need to bundle tree branches and palm fronds?
6. Where can I dispose of my construction and demolition debris and bulk waste (for a fee)?
7. Can I place glass items for bulk collection?

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1. I have a question about my water bill. Who do I contact?
2. My water was turned off. Who do I contact to get my water restored?
3. How do I report water or sewer emergencies (e.g., water main break, sewer backup)?
4. How do I report a broken water meter box or sewer cleanout?
5. My garbage, recycling, yard waste, and/or bulk waste was not picked up. Who do I contact?
6. When do I place out my garbage, recycling, yard waste, and / or bulk waste out for collection?
7. My garbage cart and/or recycling cart is too big / small. Can I have a different size garbage and / or recycling cart?
8. I just purchased my home and there is no garbage and / or recycling cart(s). How do I get one?
9. I would like an additional garbage and/or recycling cart. How do I get one?
10. Where can I recycle or properly dispose of items not allowed in my garbage or recycling carts?
11. I still have my old recycling bins, what do I do with them?
12. What if my garbage or recycling cart is damaged?
13. What do I do if my garbage or recycling cart is stolen?
14. Am I responsible for the garbage and recycling carts?
15. Can I take the garbage and / or recycling carts with me if I move?
16. Who do I contact for questions about recycling?
17. When and where is free recycled paint given out?

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1. Does the Finance Department accept credit cards?
2. What are the Finance Department's hours of operation?
3. What is the current millage rate?
4. Where can I view a copy of the City's current budget?
5. Where can I view the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report?
6. Where do I apply for a Homestead Exemption?
7. Who do I contact regarding my property taxes?
8. Where is the City of Margate's Finance Department located?
9. If I have a question about my property tax valuation or I want to appeal the valuation, who do I contact?

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1. If I have a medical emergency near a fire station may I knock on the door?
2. Where can I properly dispose of used needles?
3. Do you install child safety seats (car seats)?
4. Where can I properly dispose of an American flag?
5. Does the Margate Fire Department have social media?
6. Can I burn trash in my yard?
7. Can I stop by the fire stations to get my blood pressure checked?
8. If a patient is transported to the hospital, may a family member accompany the patient in the ambulance?
9. If I am driving my vehicle and see a fire truck or ambulance approaching me, what should I do?
10. How do I obtain a copy of a fire or EMS (medical) report?
11. Does the Fire Department fill pools?
12. If I would like to tour a Fire Station, how could I do that?
13. What should I expect when speaking with a 911 Dispatcher?
14. Why does a fire engine respond to my house when I request an ambulance?

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1. How will I know what jobs I am qualified for and when to apply?
2. How do I file my application?
3. If I have previously completed an application, will I automatically be considered for other positions?
4. Does the City of Margate have any prerequisites to employment other than the essential functions and qualifications described by the job positing?
5. Can I apply for an open position in person?

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1. How can I obtain a police report?
2. If the property I found and turned into the police department is not claimed, can I have it?

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1. What is Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE)?
2. What kinds of improvements are eligible for PACE financing?
3. What are the benefits of PACE?
4. Is PACE right for me?
5. Will a PACE assessment affect my monthly mortgage payment?
6. How do I qualify for PACE financing?
7. Why do the PACE providers need to pull my credit?
8. What happens if I sell or refinance my property?
9. Can I payoff my PACE assessment early? Are there penalties?
10. What are the interest rates?
11. Can I use any contractor?
12. Are the PACE programs funded/subsidized with City funds?
13. What happens if a PACE assessment is not paid?

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1. What are the City's Purchasing thresholds?
2. How do I get bid packages and/or specifications?
3. How do I found out what bid opportunities are available with the City?
4. How do I get bid results?

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1. Why did some residents' collection days change?
2. I just purchased my home and there is no garbage and / or recycling cart. How do I get one?
3. What if my garbage or recycling cart is damaged?
4. My garbage cart and / or recycling cart is too big / small. Can I have a different size garbage and / or recycling cart?
5. My garbage, recycling, yard waste, or bulk waste was not collected. Who do I contact?
6. I received a non-collection notice. What does this mean?
7. How can I ask more questions regarding garbage, recycling, yard waste, and bulk waste collection?
8. When do I place my garbage, recycling, yard waste, and bulk out for collection?
9. What can I do if my garbage or recycling cart is stolen?
10. I would like additional garbage and / or recycling carts. How do I get them?
11. Why do my garbage and recycling carts need to be placed at least three (3) feet from other objects?
12. Am I responsible for maintaining my garbage and recycling carts?
13. Can I take the garbage and recycling carts with me if I move?
14. Where can I recycle or properly dispose of items not allowed in the recycling cart?
15. What is the secure document shredding service?
16. I still have my old recycling bins, what can I do with them?
17. What can I do with my old garbage cans?
18. Where can I drop off recyclables, if the service is not available to me?

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1. Why is my water consumption high?
2. What are the payment options?
3. How does new utility service get started?
4. How can an account be terminated?
5. How do I get my water reconnected after hours?
6. What is the information printed on my water bill?
7. If service has been terminated for non-payment, how can service be reconnected?
8. What happens if the utility payment is late?
9. How often will a utility billed be generated?
10. What are e-Bills?
11. What happens if the utility bill is not received?
12. Who handles water line breaks, low pressure, or sewer stoppage?
13. Can the water deposit be refunded?
14. Who handles a water line break after hours or on weekends
15. Can a utility bill be credited for a pool fill?
16. Does the City ever estimate water meter readings?
17. How do residents investigate high consumption?
18. Can a third party be consuming my water?