Amy Pennock
Supervisor of Elections
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Amy Pennock
Supervisor of Elections
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Serving your community as an elected official starts with getting informed. Whether you’re a first-time candidate or a returning officeholder, we’re here to help guide you through the process from filing to qualifying.
To get started, we strongly encourage you to call our office at 407-585-VOTE (8683) to schedule an appointment. We’ll walk you through the details specific to your candidacy and ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Any registered voter in Seminole County may become a candidate for local office.
Before collecting petitions, accepting contributions, or opening a campaign account, you must file the following forms:
You may announce your candidacy at any time, but no financial activity or petition circulation may begin until the above forms are filed.
Submit During the Qualifying Period:
These documents can be submitted starting 14 days prior to the qualifying period:
Fees are based on a percentage of the annual salary for the office sought:
Fees are due during the qualifying week. Petition certification may be used in place of payment if requirements are met.
All qualifying documents and fees for county-level offices must be submitted to:
Seminole County Supervisor of Elections
1500 E Airport Boulevard
Sanford, FL 32773
Candidates may qualify by petition. To do so, you must submit the required number of verified signatures by the designated deadline:
Who is the filing officer?
Campaign Finances
Campaign Signs and Solicitation Boundaries
Serving your community as an elected official starts with getting informed. Whether you’re a first-time candidate or a returning officeholder, we’re here to help guide you through the process from filing to qualifying.
To get started, we strongly encourage you to call our office at 407-585-VOTE (8683) to schedule an appointment. We’ll walk you through the details specific to your candidacy and ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Any registered voter in Seminole County may become a candidate for local office.
Before collecting petitions, accepting contributions, or opening a campaign account, you must file the following forms:
You may announce your candidacy at any time, but no financial activity or petition circulation may begin until the above forms are filed.
Submit During the Qualifying Period:
These documents can be submitted starting 14 days prior to the qualifying period:
Fees are based on a percentage of the annual salary for the office sought:
Fees are due during the qualifying week. Petition certification may be used in place of payment if requirements are met.
All qualifying documents and fees for county-level offices must be submitted to:
Seminole County Supervisor of Elections1500 E Airport Boulevard
Sanford, FL 32773
Candidates may qualify by petition. To do so, you must submit the required number of verified signatures by the designated deadline:
Who is the filing officer?
Campaign Finances
Campaign Signs and Solicitation Boundaries
| County/Municipality | Initial Fees | Building Permit | Removal | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seminole County | None | Campaign signs are allowed after the candidate’s qualification for an election. No signs are permitted in the ROW or on public property. No signs greater than 32 square feet allowed on a commercial property or 16 feet on a residential property. Permission must be obtained by the property owner prior to placing signs. No building permit is required for signs less than the 32/16 square foot thresholds. Signs greater than 32 square feet require a building permit. | 7 Days after campaign. Once the candidate is no longer a viable candidate. | Building Division 407-665-7050 |
| Altamonte Springs | None | Campaign signs are allowed after the candidate’s qualification for an election. No signs are permitted in the ROW or on public property. No signs greater than 32 square feet allowed on a commercial property or 16 feet on a residential property. Permission must be obtained by the property owner prior to placing signs. No building permit is required for signs less than the 32/16 square foot thresholds. Signs greater than 32 square feet require a building permit. | 7 Days after campaign. Once the candidate is no longer a viable candidate. | It is not required to contact the Building Department unless there are questions. Building and Fire Safety Department 407-571-8433 |
| Casselberry | None | Not required | 7 Days after campaign | City Clerk 407-262-7700 x1133 |
| Lake Mary | None | Temporary Sign Registrations for signs larger than 6 square feet | 7 Days after campaign | Community Development 407-585-1459 |
| Longwood | $25 | Signs smaller than 6 square feet | 7 Days after campaign | City Clerk 407-260-3441 |
| Longwood | $100 | Signs larger than 6 square feet | 7 Days after campaign | City Clerk 407-260-3441 |
| Oviedo | $25 | Signs larger than 6 square feet | 10 Days after campaign | Code Enforcement 407-971-5785 |
| Sanford | None | Not required | 7 Days after campaign | Building Department 407-688-5150 |
| Winter Springs | $45 | No temporary sign shall exceed thirty-six (36) square feet in area. Each permit application may include multiple signs (maximum 10 signs) of the same dimension and construction type. | 3 Days after campaign | Building Department 407-327-5963 |
Running in a City Election?
If you’re seeking a municipal office, contact your city clerk for filing information.
City Election Info:
We’re here to help. Visit our Candidate FAQs for more answers or contact our office to speak with a staff member directly.
Phone: 407.585.8683
Office Location: 1500 E. Airport Blvd. Sanford, FL 32773