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Land & Property Usage

Get a Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL)

Are you trying to find the zoning laws or regulations of a property?

Change or Add an Address to a Property

Do you need to change an existing address or to add a unit, floor, or suite to an existing address with the City’s records?

Apply for a Zoning Waiver

Are you trying to build or renovate a business or residence, and your plans are not 'allowed by right' according to Miami 21 code? The City of Miami issues Waivers intended to relieve practical difficulties in complying with the Miami 21 Code, when such Waivers meet a specific list of requirements.

Get a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) on Vacant Land

This page refers to a "Temporary Use on Vacant Land", which applies to activating vacant properties for temporary uses such as structures, tents, pop-ups, kiosks, exhibition areas, and other similar uses dealing in the areas of food, arts, vocation, culture, and entertainment. This permit lasts up to three years and gets renewed every year.

Find your Property's Zoning Category

Are you building a home or opening a new business and need to find out what is allowed in your zone? The City of Miami offers tools to help determine if you need to apply for a Warrant or an Exception for a specific use in your zone.

Request an Impact Fee Credit or Refund

Were you charged an impact fee during the building permitting process, and you feel you are entitled to a credit or refund? Impact fees are charged to help The City address new infrastructure needs, however, if structures have already been built at that site and have been demolished, owners can seek credits on the demolished structures.

Apply for an Exception

Are you trying to open a business, and the zoning code states that you need an Exception? The City of Miami issues Exception permits for proposed uses in transect zones where the function is not allowed by right. Exception permits require a hearing with the PZAB(Show info) and may require City Commission approval.

Get a Development Project Covenant

Are you applying for a permit and were told that you need a covenant agreement with Office of Zoning, Planning, or Housing? Are you trying to get a covenant on your property released? Common covenants include: Unity of Title, Covenant in Lieu, Single Family use, and more.

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