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📋 Incorporated Town vs. 34786 ZIP — Why It Matters
The Town of Windermere is a 2.2-square-mile incorporated municipality with its own Town Hall, Police Department, and trash service. But many addresses with a "Windermere, FL 34786" mailing address — including Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Summerport, Casabella, Belmere, Bellaria, Lake Burden, and most of the Reams Road corridor — are actually located in unincorporated Orange County and use county services for water, sewer, and trash.
If you are unsure whether your home is inside the incorporated Town, contact the Orange County Property Appraiser at (407) 836-5044 or look up your parcel online — the property card will list the jurisdiction.
Note: Phone numbers and hours may change. When possible, check the official website or call ahead to confirm hours and services.
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The Town of Windermere government provides services to residents inside the incorporated town limits, including building permits, code enforcement, public works, and local police. Residents in unincorporated 34786 (Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Summerport, etc.) receive most municipal services from Orange County instead.
Windermere Town Hall
614 Main Street
Windermere, FL 34786
Key Departments:
- Administration / Town Manager
- Town Clerk
- Finance
- Public Works
- Code Enforcement
- Development Services (Building & Permitting)
- Parks & Recreation Committee
Call the main number and ask for the department, or visit the website for direct staff contacts.
Development Services (Permitting)
Building a new home? See our guide to Windermere home builders covering Butler Chain estates, Isleworth, and Keene's Pointe custom builds.
Code Enforcement
For unincorporated 34786 addresses (Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Summerport, etc.), contact Orange County Code Enforcement.
Setting up utilities is one of the first steps when buying a home in Florida. In Windermere, the provider for water, sewer, and trash depends on whether you're inside the incorporated Town or in unincorporated 34786. Contact each provider at least one week before your move-in date. For more details, see our Orlando Utilities and Services guide.
| Service | Provider | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ⚡ Electric | Duke Energy Florida | (800) 700-8744 | Visit Website |
| 💧 Water/Sewer (most 34786 addresses) | Orange County Utilities | (407) 836-5515 | Visit Website |
| 💧 Water Emergency (24-hour) | Orange County Utilities | (407) 836-2777 | Emergencies |
| 🗑️ Trash/Recycling (incorporated Town only) | WastePro USA | (407) 774-0800 | Visit Website |
| 🗑️ Trash/Recycling (unincorporated 34786) | Orange County Solid Waste | (407) 836-6601 | Visit Website |
| 🔥 Natural Gas | TECO Peoples Gas (where available) | (877) 832-6747 | Visit Website |
| 📡 Internet/WiFi | Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, Xfinity | Multiple providers available — see panel below for details | |
🗑️ Town of Windermere Trash Schedule (Incorporated Town Only)
For homes inside the 2.2-square-mile incorporated Town, WastePro provides collection on this schedule, with all items at the curb by 7:00 a.m.:
- Garbage: Tuesdays and Fridays
- Recycling: Tuesdays
- Yard Waste: Wednesdays
- Bulk Pickup: Twice yearly — call WastePro at (407) 774-0800 to schedule
Town residents are billed annually through their property tax bill — there is no separate trash bill from WastePro. If you live in unincorporated 34786 (Summerport, Keene's Pointe, Casabella, Belmere, Reams Road, etc.), do NOT use the Town's WastePro system — you'll be served by your subdivision's contracted hauler or by Orange County Solid Waste.
📡 Internet & Cable Providers
Multiple internet and cable providers serve Windermere. Common providers in Central Florida include:
- Spectrum — Cable/Fiber: spectrum.com | (855) 507-7328
- AT&T Fiber — Fiber/DSL: att.com | (888) 225-5288
- Xfinity (Comcast) — Cable: xfinity.com | (800) 934-6489
- Frontier — Fiber/DSL: frontier.com | (800) 921-2119
- CenturyLink — Fiber/DSL: centurylink.com | (866) 642-9241
Service availability varies by address. Use provider websites to check availability at your specific location.
The Town of Windermere has its own dedicated Police Department; fire and EMS service is provided through an interlocal agreement with the Ocoee Fire Department. Unincorporated 34786 areas are served by the Orange County Sheriff's Office and Orange County Fire Rescue. Learn more about the Windermere community and what makes it a great place to live.
Emergency Services
Windermere Police Department
614 Main Street – Building 100
Windermere, FL 34786
Ocoee Fire Department (serves Town of Windermere)
563 S. Bluford Avenue
Ocoee, FL 34761
Fire and EMS for unincorporated 34786 (Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Summerport, etc.) are provided by Orange County Fire Rescue.
All public schools serving Windermere are part of Orange County Public Schools (OCPS), the eighth-largest district in the United States. Town of Windermere proper is zoned to Windermere Elementary, Gotha Middle School, and Olympia High School. Southern 34786 neighborhoods are zoned to Windermere High School (which is actually located in Lake Butler, not the Town). For detailed school zoning, ratings, and program information, visit our Windermere Schools Guide.
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS)
Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center
445 W. Amelia Street
Orlando, FL 32801
Key Services:
- Student Registration & Enrollment
- School Zoning & Boundaries (School Locator tool)
- Transportation/Busing
- Special Education & Gifted Services
Find Your Zoned Schools
Use the OCPS School Locator to enter your address and find which elementary, middle, and high schools serve your home.
See our Windermere Schools Guide for detailed information on Windermere Elementary, Sunset Park Elementary, Castleview Elementary, Thornebrooke Elementary, Gotha Middle, Bridgewater Middle, Olympia High, Windermere High, and Windermere Preparatory School (IB Diploma).
🎓 Related Education Resources
Learn more about education options in and around Windermere:
- Windermere Schools Guide — Complete guide to local public and private schools
- Orlando Schools Guide — Overview of Central Florida education
- Best School Districts in Central Florida — Compare school districts across the region
- Private Schools in Orlando — Including Windermere Preparatory School (the area's only IB Diploma Programme)
- Orlando Neighborhoods Guide — Compare neighborhoods across the region
- Homes in Windermere — Find homes in top-rated school zones like Sunset Park Elementary and Olympia High
Windermere is located in Orange County, which provides essential services including property assessment, tax collection, court services, and (for unincorporated 34786 addresses) fire rescue, sheriff patrol, water, and trash service. Understanding these county resources is especially helpful when buying a home in Florida or establishing residency.
| Office/Department | Phone | Services | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County 311 | 311 or (407) 836-2000 | General county information and non-emergency requests | Visit |
| Property Appraiser | (407) 836-5044 | Property values, homestead exemptions, parcel lookup | Visit |
| Tax Collector | (407) 434-0312 | Property taxes, vehicle registration, driver licenses | Visit |
| Clerk of Courts / Comptroller | (407) 836-2055 | Court records, marriage licenses, official records | Visit |
| Sheriff's Office | (407) 836-4357 | Law enforcement (unincorporated areas), jail, civil process | Visit |
| Health Department | (407) 858-1400 | Public health, immunizations, vital records, environmental health | Visit |
💰 Homestead Exemption
Florida's homestead exemption can reduce your property's taxable value by up to $50,000, plus you receive the "Save Our Homes" 3% annual cap on assessed value increases. To qualify, you must own and occupy the property as your primary residence on January 1st and apply by March 1st. Contact the Orange County Property Appraiser to e-file or for more information.
This is a meaningful savings for buyers of Butler Chain estates, Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, and other higher-valued homes — learn more in our Buying a Florida Home Guide.
These Florida state agencies provide essential services for Windermere residents. New Florida residents must update their driver's license and vehicle registration within 30 days of establishing residency (10 days after taking a job or enrolling children in school).
| Agency | Phone | Services | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver License / Tag & Title (via Orange County Tax Collector) | (407) 434-0312 | Driver licenses, ID cards, vehicle titles, registration | Visit |
| Voter Registration (Orange County Supervisor of Elections) | (407) 836-2070 | Register to vote, polling locations, mail ballots | Visit |
| Reemployment Assistance (FloridaCommerce) | (800) 204-2418 | Unemployment benefits, CONNECT system, job assistance | Visit |
| Children & Families (DCF / ACCESS Florida) | (866) 762-2237 | Food assistance (SNAP), Medicaid, child welfare, abuse hotline | Visit |
| 🐊 Nuisance Alligator Hotline | (866) 392-4286 | Report nuisance alligators (FWC SNAP Program) — 866-FWC-GATOR | Visit |
🐊 Living with Alligators on the Butler Chain
Florida is home to roughly 1.3 million alligators, and Windermere's Butler Chain of Lakes is prime habitat. The Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program (SNAP) handles concerns:
- When to call: Alligator is 4 feet or longer AND poses a threat to people, pets, or property — or is in a swimming pool, garage, or porch regardless of size
- Hotline: (866) 392-4286 — 866-FWC-GATOR — available 24/7
- Response: FWC will dispatch a contracted nuisance alligator trapper
- Important: Never feed alligators — it's illegal and dangerous. Keep pets away from the water's edge, especially at dawn and dusk on Lake Butler, Lake Down, Lake Tibet-Butler, and connecting canals
For general wildlife questions, visit MyFWC.com. For waterfront safety tips and public boat ramps at Fernwood Park (Lake Butler) and R.D. Keene Park (Lake Tibet-Butler), see our Windermere Parks Guide.
Windermere offers excellent community resources serving both the incorporated Town and the broader 34786 area. The Windermere Branch Library, Post Office, and the West Orange Chamber of Commerce all serve Town and unincorporated residents alike.
Windermere Post Office
9501 Conroy Windermere Road
Windermere, FL 34786
Windermere Branch Library
530 Main Street
Windermere, FL 34786
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
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Homeowner Associations (HOAs): Most subdivisions in Windermere — including Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Casabella, Bellaria, Summerport, Belmere, and Windermere Trails — have active HOAs with separate dues, architectural review, and gate access. HOA contact information is typically in your closing documents or with your community's property management company.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to Windermere?
First, determine whether your address is in the incorporated Town of Windermere or in unincorporated Orange County — this changes who provides water, sewer, and trash. The Orange County Property Appraiser's parcel search at ocpafl.org will tell you. Then contact the providers in the Utilities section at least one week before your move-in date. Electric is Duke Energy Florida regardless of jurisdiction.
For more moving tips, see our Windermere homes page, Buying a Florida Home Guide, and Moving to Orlando Complete Guide.
Where do I register my vehicle in Florida?
New Florida residents have 30 days to register a vehicle (10 days after taking a job or enrolling children in school). Contact the Orange County Tax Collector to register your vehicle and obtain Florida license plates. You'll need your out-of-state title, proof of Florida insurance, VIN verification (the Tax Collector can do this), and identification. The Tax Collector's main office at 200 S. Orange Avenue handles both vehicle registration and driver licenses.
For more information on Florida residency requirements, see our Moving to Orlando Complete Guide.
How do I find out which schools my children will attend?
Use the OCPS School Locator tool to enter your address and find your zoned schools. Town of Windermere proper is generally zoned to Windermere Elementary, Gotha Middle, and Olympia High — but southern 34786 neighborhoods (Summerport, Lakes of Windermere, Windermere Trails) zone to Sunset Park or Castleview Elementary, Bridgewater Middle, and Windermere High. For detailed information about every school serving the area, visit our Windermere Schools Guide.
Also see our Orlando Schools Guide, Best School Districts in Central Florida, and Private Schools in Orlando (covering Windermere Preparatory's IB Diploma Programme) for regional comparisons.
Who do I call for code violations or neighborhood issues?
If you're inside the incorporated Town of Windermere, contact Windermere Code Enforcement at (407) 876-2563. If you're in unincorporated 34786 (Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Summerport, Casabella, Belmere, etc.), contact Orange County Code Enforcement via 311. For HOA-governed issues (architectural review, paint colors, fencing), contact your community's property management company directly. For emergencies or criminal activity, always call 911.
How do I apply for a homestead exemption?
Apply with the Orange County Property Appraiser before March 1st to receive the exemption for that tax year. You must own and occupy the property as your primary residence on January 1st. The base exemption is $25,000 plus an additional $25,000 for non-school taxes (up to $50,000 total) — and Florida's Save Our Homes cap then limits annual assessed-value increases to 3%. For higher-priced Butler Chain estates and Isleworth/Keene's Pointe homes, this cap can be especially valuable over time.
You can e-file at ocpafl.org. Learn more in our Buying a Florida Home Guide.
What do I do if I see an alligator on the Butler Chain or in my yard?
Living on or near the Butler Chain of Lakes means alligators are part of the ecosystem — they generally won't bother you if you give them space. Call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline at (866) 392-4286 (866-FWC-GATOR) if an alligator is 4+ feet long AND poses a threat to people, pets, or property — or if any-size gator is in a swimming pool, garage, or on a porch. Never feed alligators (it's illegal and conditions them to associate humans with food). Keep dogs on leash near Lake Butler, Lake Down, and connecting canals, especially at dawn and dusk.
For outdoor safety tips and information on the public boat ramps at Fernwood Park and R.D. Keene Park, see our Windermere Parks Guide and Pet-Friendly Orlando Guide.
Moving to Windermere?
Our team at Florida Neighborhood Realty can help you find the perfect home in Windermere — whether you're looking at Butler Chain lakefront, an Isleworth estate, a Keene's Pointe golf home, or a family-friendly Summerport address — and connect you with essential services for a smooth transition.
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*Disclaimer: The contact information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only. Phone numbers, addresses, hours, and websites are subject to change. We make every effort to maintain accurate information, but recommend verifying critical details directly with the agency or department before visiting or calling. Florida Neighborhood Realty is not affiliated with any government agency listed on this page. For official government information, please visit the respective agency websites.
Last Updated: April 29, 2026
David Myers
