Not sure about Sarasota, but the Florida county I am in has a website and all the email addys for all the officials and you could probably find out or email someone who will answer you with all the info you would need. There is also a Florida state government website that gives lots of info and tells you what you have to do to get set up in business. A quick net search would probably yeild good results but if you want I can probably look up a few addy's to give ya. Just let me know. A chief inspector over one of the jurisdictions here allows anyone to send their email address to him and he supplies you with updates, info about meetings, etc., and allows you to email him any questions you might have. I don't know how prevalent this practice is but I think it's great and sure helps clear up any questions.
