Permit Scam Advisory Issued — What to Watch Out For

Spring Hill, FL · August 6, 2026

A muggy Thursday with scattered afternoon rain is on tap today, making it a good morning to double-check your inbox before opening any unexpected county notices.

The Lead

Hernando County officials are warning residents, local business owners, and contractors about an active telephone and email scam impersonating county Development Services staff.

Fraudulent communications claim that building or code enforcement permits have been suspended and demand immediate wire transfers, credit card payments, or digital signatures for fake invoices. Official permitting, fee payments, and document verifications are strictly processed through Hernando County’s official online Civic Access portal.

County staff urge anyone receiving suspicious calls or payment demands to avoid clicking links or sharing financial details, and instead report the outreach directly to the Development Services Department at (352) 754-4057 or file a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.

Local Pulse

Early Voting Begins Saturday at Five Sites County voters can cast primary ballots August 8 through 15 at five local sites, including the Spring Hill Branch Library.
Hernando Beach Boat Ramp #1 Temporary Closure Public Works will close Boat Ramp #1 all day Tuesday, August 11 for drainage pipe repairs, reopening by Wednesday evening.

Today's Outlook

High 88°F · Low 73°F — Rain (51% chance of precipitation)
- Keep an umbrella nearby today as afternoon showers move across the area.

What's On Around Town

Advancing Your Mission Workshop Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce, 9:30 AM Morning professional development session for non-profit and business leaders.
Twilight Walk on the Beach Paint Night Pinot's Palette (13009 Cortez Blvd), 6:30–8:30 PM Guided canvas painting session with step-by-step instruction and wine.
Thursdays at Tidal: Trivia Night Tidal Brewing Company (14311 Spring Hill Dr), 7:00–8:30 PM Weekly team trivia match with local craft beer on tap.
Baby and Me Night Out Hernando County Health Department (7551 Forest Oaks Blvd), 7:00–8:30 PM Free weekly group providing infant care support, education, and social time.

Spotlight & Story

Guido's Pizza Cafe
- Carrying forward a family culinary lineage dating back to 1918, this Forest Oaks Boulevard staple has served authentic Chicago-style thin-crust pizza in Spring Hill since 1984, relying on third-generation family recipes made fresh from scratch daily.

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