Per the California Residential Code detached accessory structure not exceeding 120 square feet does not require a building permit if there is no plumbing, electrical, and or mechanical equipment. Please note, Sheds and/or Structures under 120 square feet do require a Planning Permit.
Removal of any tree which has been destroyed or effectively destroyed by an Act of God, or by acts outside of the control of any person, individually or otherwise, who has or had a legal, beneficial or equitable interest in the real property upon which such tree is located, which acts could not have been prevented by ...
The following exotic pest plants and nuisance species, shall not be sold, propagated, or planted within Miami-Dade County. If existing on a development site, they shall be removed prior to development or redevelopment.
21-49.1 - Required disclosures regarding septic tank systems for real estate transactions.
No person shall dispose of any FOG, or cause, let, permit, suffer or allow disposal or discharge of any FOG into any onsite sewage treatment and disposal system, non-utility or utility sanitary sewer system in quantities which hinder the operation of any onsite sewage treatment and disposal system, sewage collection, ...
Work that does not require a permit is typically cosmetic, such as: Painting. Tile. Floor coverings including carpet, vinyl, wood, and more.
Tree removal permits are required for the removal or relocation of any tree in Miami-Dade County, except for certain exemptions. Permits are also required for any work in any designated Natural Forest Community (i.e. pinelands and hammocks).
The City of Miami Building department enforces building activity that includes unsafe structures, work without existing or active permits, demolitions, and more. To contact the Unsafe Structures Division, you may email unsafestructures@miamigov or call 305-416-1177.
NOTE: For a Building permit application it usually takes 14 business days for the first cycle of review to be completed. For a Special permit application, it usually takes 35 business days for the first cycle of review to be completed.
Penalties for Not Pulling a Permit These may include: Fines: Property owners can face substantial fines, varying by the extent of the unauthorized work and the jurisdiction. Cease and Desist Orders: Local authorities may issue a stop-work order, halting the construction project until proper permits are obtained.