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New to Jacksonville: Relocation & Moving Checklist

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A practical checklist for anyone relocating to Jacksonville, St. Johns County, or Clay County - the paperwork and logistics that matter just as much as picking a neighborhood. Built for First Coast newcomers who want to get settled quickly and painlessly.
Start Your JEA Utility Service Online
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Start Your JEA Utility Service Online

JEA is located in Jacksonville, Florida, where they proudly serve an estimated 427,000 electric, 313,000 water and 240,000 sewer customers. This page provides information on how to start your utility service with JEA quickly and conveniently online.

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Get a Florida Driver's License
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Get a Florida Driver's License

New Florida residents generally need to visit a local tax collector or DHSMV office to get a Florida license and register a vehicle within a set window of establishing residency.

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File for Florida's Homestead Exemption | St. Johns County
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File for Florida's Homestead Exemption | St. Johns County

Same benefit, filed through the St. Johns County Property Appraiser for homes in Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, or St. Augustine.

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File for Florida's Homestead Exemption |Clay County
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File for Florida's Homestead Exemption |Clay County

Filed through the Clay County Property Appraiser for homes in Fleming Island, Green Cove Springs, or Middleburg.

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Register to Vote in Florida
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Register to Vote in Florida

Can be done online through Florida's official voter registration portal or in person at your county's Supervisor of Elections office.

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Check Your Flood Zone Before You Buy
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Check Your Flood Zone Before You Buy

Learn if your home is in a flood zone and how often floods happen in your area. Use tools, maps and past claims data to understand your flood risk and make informed decisions to stay safe.

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Understand HOA & CDD Fees Before You Buy
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Understand HOA & CDD Fees Before You Buy

Master-planned communities like Nocatee and parts of Ponte Vedra carry ongoing HOA and CDD fees on top of the mortgage and taxes, while older neighborhoods like Riverside and San Marco typically carry none.

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Your First 30 Days in Jacksonville
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Your First 30 Days in Jacksonville

Mail forwarding, new insurance policies, finding a pediatrician or primary care provider, and locating your new school zone all belong on the first-month list.

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