Innovative Address Tool Assists Four Corners Residents with Accessing County Services

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Residents of Four Corners now have access to a convenient online tool that helps them identify which local government jurisdiction they belong to. This tool benefits nearly 60,000 residents living where Polk, Orange, Lake, and Osceola counties converge.

The Four Corners region is classified as a census-designated area, indicating it is an unincorporated community lacking a governing body or clearly defined borders, which complicates the process of accessing local services.

“It’s kind of weird because, you know, you can be in one county and then right across the street, there’s another county,” Steve Montavon said.

“When we first moved here and started dealing with tax matters, officials kept mistakenly identifying our location as being in Lake County, while we knew it to be in Polk County—and sometimes they’d say Orange County,” remarked Victoria Montavon.

In response to this issue, the Four Corners Task Force developed an online address lookup tool. By entering their address, residents can determine their county and access resources like the tax office, school district, and local law enforcement.

“My highest priority is making sure the residents and small business owners in Osceola County’s District 1 section of Four Corners enjoy a quality of life without the stress and confusion from crossing unseen county borders. This new website signifies the start of a cooperative initiative among Osceola, Lake, Orange, and Polk counties to bring clarity and unity to this unique region,” stated Osceola County District 1 Commissioner Peggy Choudhry. “Through collaboration, we’re setting the foundation for enhanced services, improved transportation planning, and strategic growth management that acknowledges our community’s needs. This tool is not just functional; it represents progress toward a more cohesive and thriving Four Corners community now and in the future.”

Residents who have struggled to figure out their county services on their own say the tool will be very helpful.

“This is ideal. There’s often confusion, especially among the elderly residents here, so this is a great advantage for them,” commented Janna Cabrera.

“The new Four Corners address tool is a testament to what we can achieve through regional collaboration,” Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson said. “By working together, we’re empowering residents with information and access to the services they rely on, no matter which side of the county line they call home. This is a win for transparency, efficiency and the quality of life in our shared community.”

To use the address tool, click here.