I got 5 acres w 2 houses, can I split the lot/houses in FL?

Possibly. It depends on zoning, local ordinances, and lot size minimums in your county. Your local planning department or a real estate agent familiar with land use can guide you through the process.

Yes you can -- as long as you are allowed to. You will need to verify minimum lot sizes and setbacks through your local zoning board. I am not sure how long it may take in Florida for a subdivision to be completed -- in my area, it takes awhile. A survey is first. Are both properties completely separate? Not sharing any utility connections? Are you marketing the property as live in on and rent the other and cover your costs? You may need to focus your marketing to a wider range of people and maybe homesteading sites. Family compounds are more and more popular. Good luck!

Hi Michele, you can start by calling your county Building and Development Department. Make sure you have handy your property ID number ( you can find this in the Deed). Most likely, depending on the zoning and any special building requirements your property is located in, the department will be able to give you the steps to move forward with separating the land. It will require new survey for the entire lot and then each home. I hope this helps. Iva Pearce

Check with the Sarasota County Property Appraiser to see if you can divide the parcel.