Alachua County Phone Contacts
Alachua County is home to the University of Florida and the city of Gainesville, making it one of the more active counties in north-central Florida for public records requests and government phone calls. This guide puts the key phone numbers, clerk contacts, and search tools for Alachua County in one spot so you can reach the right office fast.
Alachua County Quick Facts
Alachua County Government Phone Numbers
The Alachua County government offices sit in and around Gainesville. The main county administration line is (352) 374-5200. That number gets you to a switchboard that can route you to most departments. If you know the specific office, skip ahead to their direct line. But if you are not sure where to start, the main line is your best bet.
County offices run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. They close on state holidays. Walk-ins are welcome at most departments, though calling first can save you a trip. Some services, like building permits and code enforcement, have their own buildings and phone lines separate from the main county complex.
The Board of County Commissioners can be reached at (352) 374-5210. They handle policy questions, zoning issues, and county ordinances. Commissioners hold public meetings, and the schedule is on the county website. For road and bridge concerns, try the Public Works department at (352) 374-5245. They deal with drainage, road signs, and paving issues in unincorporated Alachua County.
The Alachua County website has a full staff directory you can search by name or department. Government employee phone numbers in Florida are public records under Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. You do not need to give a reason to look them up.
Alachua County Clerk of Courts
The Clerk of the Circuit Court in Alachua County is J.K. "Jess" Irby, Esq. The main phone number is (352) 374-3636. This office sits at the Alachua County Courthouse, 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM.
The clerk handles a wide range of records. Court records for civil, criminal, family, and probate cases all go through this office. You can search court cases online through the Alachua County Clerk website. The search is free for basic lookups and covers both county and circuit court filings. Results show case numbers, parties, filing dates, and case status.
The MyFlorida 411 directory is a state-run tool that can help you find phone numbers for state employees who work in Alachua County. This covers agencies like the Department of Children and Families, FDOT, and the Department of Health.
The MyFlorida 411 tool shows names, titles, departments, and direct phone numbers. It works well when you need to reach a state-level employee based in Gainesville or elsewhere in Alachua County. The directory updates regularly and is free to use.
For email requests, contact the clerk at Clerk@alachuaclerk.org. Staff respond to public records requests within a reasonable time as required by Florida law. There is no hard deadline in days, but the statute says the response must be prompt.
| Clerk Main Line | (352) 374-3636 |
|---|---|
| Clerk Email | Clerk@alachuaclerk.org |
| Courthouse Address | 201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601 |
| Office Hours | Mon-Fri, 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM |
Search Alachua County Official Records
The clerk also maintains official records for Alachua County. These include deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, and other recorded documents. You can search these through the LINDAS online records system. It lets you look up documents by name, date range, or document type.
LINDAS is free to use. Search results show recording dates, document types, and party names. You can view document images online for most filings. If you need a certified copy, the clerk charges a per-page fee. Call (352) 374-3636 to ask about current rates. Title companies, attorneys, and real estate agents use this system daily, but any member of the public can access it. No account is needed for basic searches.
For broader records searches across Florida, you can check the Florida public records search page. This tool covers multiple record types and counties in one place.
The statewide tool is useful when you need to check records in more than one county at a time. It pulls data from multiple sources. For Alachua County-specific records, the LINDAS system through the clerk is more detailed.
Alachua County Property and Tax Records
The Property Appraiser handles property values and ownership data. The office is at 515 N Main Street, Suite 200, Gainesville, FL 32601. Call them at (352) 374-5230. The Alachua County Property Appraiser website has a free search tool. You can look up any parcel by address, owner name, or parcel ID. Results show assessed value, taxable value, and exemption details.
Property records are public in Florida. You can look up any parcel in Alachua County without giving a reason. The data updates each year after the appraiser certifies the tax roll.
Tax bills go through the Tax Collector, a separate office. The Alachua County Tax Collector manages payments, delinquent taxes, and tax certificate sales. If you need to pay a bill or check a balance, call the Tax Collector directly. Their website also offers online payment options for property taxes.
Public Records Access in Alachua County
Florida has one of the broadest public records laws in the country. Chapter 119 gives you the right to inspect and copy public records from any agency. Alachua County must respond within a reasonable time. There is no set number of days in the statute, but agencies cannot delay without cause.
Copy fees are set by law. The first 10 pages from most offices are free. After that, you pay $0.15 per one-sided page or $0.20 per double-sided page. If the request takes more than 30 minutes of staff time, the agency can charge a labor fee. These rules apply across all county departments.
You can make a records request by phone, email, mail, or in person. You do not need to fill out a form. You do not need to give a reason. Just describe the records you want clearly enough for staff to find them. The clerk handles court and official records. Other departments handle their own records. If you are not sure where to send a request, call the main county line at (352) 374-5200 and ask.
Key Alachua County Phone Numbers
These are the most-called numbers in the Alachua County phone directory. Save the ones you need:
- County Administration: (352) 374-5200
- Clerk of Courts: (352) 374-3636
- Property Appraiser: (352) 374-5230
- Board of Commissioners: (352) 374-5210
- Public Works: (352) 374-5245
- State Info Line: 1-866-693-6748
Most offices are open Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Some close for lunch. Call ahead if you plan to visit in person, especially for less common services. The Alachua County courthouse in Gainesville is the hub for most clerk and court services.
Cities in Alachua County
Gainesville is the largest city in Alachua County and the only one with a dedicated page on this site. Other communities like Alachua, Newberry, and High Springs are smaller and use county-level services for most records needs.
Nearby County Phone Directories
Alachua County borders several other Florida counties. If you need phone numbers or records from a neighboring county, check their directory pages below.