New to Coral Springs? Start power with FPL, water with the right one of four districts, get a Florida license in 30 days and file homestead by March 1.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. This is an index for new residents; each item links to the official page or to our fuller guide. City Hall Citizen Services: 954-344-1000.
Welcome to Coral Springs. The city handles trash, permits, parks and police, and runs one of the four water systems; Broward County handles property taxes, elections and pet tags; the state handles driver’s licenses. This checklist puts the first month in order.
First calls
- Power: Florida Power & Light, start service
- Water (city district): 954-344-1825, water@coralsprings.gov
- Trash: Coastal Waste & Recycling, 954-866-4738
- Vehicles and licenses: Broward County Tax Collector, 954-797-8733
- Homestead exemption: Broward County Property Appraiser, 954-357-6830
1. Utilities
Electricity. Florida Power & Light serves Coral Springs. Start service online before move-in day. Our power outages guide has the outage map and report line.
Water and sewer. Coral Springs has four water providers, and which one you get depends on your address, the city’s contact page says:
| Provider | Phone | Area |
|---|---|---|
| City of Coral Springs Water District | 954-344-1825 | Wiles Road south to Royal Palm Boulevard, and north of Wiles from Riverside Drive east to U.S. 441 |
| Coral Springs Improvement District | 954-753-0380 | South of Royal Palm Boulevard to the C-14 canal |
| North Springs Improvement District | 954-752-0400 | North of Wiles Road and west of Riverside Drive |
| Royal Water Works | 888-228-2134 | Ask the provider |
For the city water district, owners open an account with the Utility Service Application and Agreement, proof of ownership (warranty deed or closing statement), a photo ID and a security deposit; the city says most single-family homes pay $150, billed on the first bill. Accounts can be opened only in the owner’s name. Details are on the city’s water billing page.
Natural gas. Not every home has it. If yours does, find the supplier’s name on the meter or a past bill, or ask the seller, and start service with that company.
Internet and TV. The city airs its CityTV channel on Blue Stream (channels 25, 25.7 and 725) and AT&T U-verse (channel 99), so both serve parts of the city. Check service at your address with Blue Stream Fiber and AT&T.
2. Trash and recycling
Coastal Waste & Recycling collects garbage twice a week and recycling and bulk once a week. Carts are at the curb by 7 a.m. See trash and recycling.
3. Driver’s license and car
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles’ new resident page sets the deadlines:
- Driver’s license: within 30 days of becoming a Florida resident.
- Vehicle title and registration: within 10 days, with insurance from a Florida-licensed agent and a VIN verification by a law enforcement officer, a licensed Florida dealer or a tax collector employee.
In Broward County these services are handled by the Broward County Tax Collector, with offices at 115 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 1800 NW 66th Ave., Plantation; and 3718-3 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes. Motor vehicles: 954-797-8733.
4. Property taxes and homestead
If the home is your permanent residence on Jan. 1, file for homestead by March 1 with the Broward County Property Appraiser. It takes up to $50,000 off your assessed value and caps future increases. Bills arrive Nov. 1, with 4% off for paying in November. See property taxes.
5. Schools
Public schools are run by Broward County Public Schools, 754-321-0000. Check which schools are zoned for your address, and note the proposals affecting Coral Springs Elementary and Forest Glen Middle. See the schools guide.
6. Voting
Register or update your address with the Broward County Supervisor of Elections, 954-357-8683. See voting.
7. Pets
Broward County requires every dog and cat 4 months or older to be vaccinated against rabies, registered with the county and wearing the county rabies tag, according to Broward County Animal Care. Dogs are allowed only in neighborhood parks on a leash and at the Sportsplex dog park; see parks and trails.
8. Permits and home projects
Replacing a water heater or A/C, adding a fence or a shed? You probably need a city permit. See building permits and zoning.
9. Hurricanes and alerts
Text AlertCS to 888-777 for city emergency alerts, and read our hurricane prep guide before June 1.
What this means for you
- Week one: power, the right water district, trash carts.
- Month one: Florida license (30 days) and car title (10 days).
- By March 1: homestead exemption.
More: who to call at City Hall, getting around and population and growth.
Frequently asked questions
Who provides water in Coral Springs?
One of four providers, depending on your address: the City of Coral Springs Water District, Coral Springs Improvement District, North Springs Improvement District or Royal Water Works. The city’s contact page lists which area each serves.
How long do I have to get a Florida driver’s license after moving?
30 days after you become a Florida resident, and you must title and register your vehicles within 10 days, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Where is the tag office near Coral Springs?
The Broward County Tax Collector handles vehicle and driver license services at offices in Fort Lauderdale, Plantation and Lauderdale Lakes. Motor vehicles line: 954-797-8733.
When is the homestead exemption deadline in Broward County?
March 1 of the tax year. Apply with the Broward County Property Appraiser, 954-357-6830.
Do I have to register my dog or cat in Broward County?
Yes. Broward County requires dogs and cats 4 months and older to be vaccinated against rabies and registered, and to wear the county rabies tag.
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