Clermont, Florida

Lake County’s “Gem of the Hills” is known for the 22-story Citrus Tower and traditional American values. But beneath the moss-covered trees, the town is hiding something: the largest number of concealed-weapons permits in Central Florida.

State records show that the 34711 ZIP code in Clermont has the most concealed-weapons permits in the state of Florida. Clermont is in Lake County. Lake County, which has one of the area’s lowest populations, has the highest percentage of residents with concealed weapons.

I live in Clermont and I feel safe. Florida is also the home of the “stand your ground” law which provides extra protections for homeowners.

My barber in Clermont carries a concealed weapon. I carry a concealed weapon. My inspector friend in this area carries a concealed weapon. I feel safe in Clermont.

If you are a property preservation specialists, be careful not to break into the wrong home or an occupied home. Homeowners have guns and they will use them if they feel that their life is threatened. Be careful.