City of Apopka Website

In 1882 the City of Apopka was incorporated. The City limits were measured one mile in all directions from the Masonic Lodge. The "Lodge" is still in its original location on Main Street (US 441) and is the oldest lodge room in continuous use in the State of Florida.

In 1912 ferns became the industry for Apopka and soon Apopka developed the name of "Fern City". More tropical plants were introduced to the growers in the area. This influx of foliage took over the fern industry and the City became known as "The Indoor Foliage Capital of the World".

The City of Apopka is located 12 miles Northwest of Orlando and encompasses an area slightly larger than 32.5 square miles and a population of more than 40,000 citizens.

The City has a strong mayoral form of government. The Mayor and Commissioners are elected at large and serve a term of four years. Council meetings are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall (120 East Main St.) on the first Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. and the third Wednesday at 8:00 p.m.

City of Apopka
Department and Division Phone Numbers
Switch Board 407-703-1700
Administrative Services 407-703-1703
Building Division 407-703-1713
Clerks Office 407-703-1704
Community Development 407-703-1712
Engineering 407-703-1718
Finance 407-703-1725
Fire Services 407-703-1756
Mayor's Office 407-703-1703
Parks 407-703-1744
Human Resources 407-703-1743
Police Services 407-703-1771
Public Services 407-703-1731
Recreation 407-703-1741
Utility Billing 407-703-1727