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RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Ordinance relating to boats and waterways in the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County, creating Section 7-40.1 to adopt overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include government vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas, with enforcement by the County and municipalities. It was introduced on 7/9/2026, received a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026 following a public hearing, and is scheduled for a second reading on the BCC agenda on 10/20/2026. File Number: 261278. Prime Sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026; pending second reading on 10/20/2026
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative matter for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. It makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Enforcement is by civil penalty under chapter 8CC, with penalties of $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The file number is 261278, and it is a substitute to file number 260878. The ordinance was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the agenda date is 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or project size.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee). Ordinance is in Second Reading status, pending BCC Assignment.
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to adopt overnight anchoring regulations, provide exemptions, and provide for enforcement by civil penalty. It would also amend Section 8CC-10 of the Code to update the schedule of civil penalties. The file number is 260878. The status is Withdrawn. The ordinance was introduced on 5/14/2026. It was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026. It was withdrawn at the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee meeting on 7/14/2026, with a note to see substitute Legislative File No. 261278. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, and the co-sponsor is Sen. Rene Garcia. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. It would make it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Exemptions are provided for vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties for any violation of section 7-40.1 would be $500.00 for a first offense, $1,000.00 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500.00 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance would become effective ten days after the date of enactment unless vetoed by the County Mayor. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental, construction/dredging, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to include the new penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee). Ordinance is in Second Reading status, pending BCC Assignment.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor (for the ordinance)
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions. These exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity for governmental functions, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in fishing. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties for violations, with penalties ranging from $500 for a first offense to $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. Enforcement can be carried out by county code inspectors, municipalities (unless they have adopted their own regulations and notified the county), and any law enforcement officer with jurisdiction. A courtesy warning notice procedure is also established. The ordinance was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on July 14, 2026, and was scheduled for BCC consideration on October 20, 2026. The ordinance is a substitute to File Number 260878 and is expected to require 4-6 weeks for processing.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation; Pending BCC Assignment
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This legislative item, File Number 260878, proposed an ordinance to create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, establishing overnight anchoring regulations for vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance aimed to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement was to be by civil penalty under Chapter 8CC, with penalties ranging from $500 for a first offense to $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on June 2, 2026, and was scheduled for a public hearing before the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on July 14, 2026. However, the item was ultimately withdrawn by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on July 14, 2026. The legislative text indicates the ordinance was intended to address navigational hazards, environmental impacts, and quality of life concerns arising from prolonged vessel anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. This action is enabled by recent changes in Florida Statutes allowing local governments to regulate anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing; Pending BCC Assignment; Ordinance status is Second Reading.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, establishing restrictions on anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to include the new penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. Commissioner Regalado requested the ordinance be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is estimated to require 4-6 weeks for processing.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee); Pending BCC Assignment
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor; Sen. Rene Garcia, Co-Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. Commissioner Regalado requested this ordinance be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is expected to take 4-6 weeks to process. Public comment details are not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. This action is enabled by recent changes in Florida Statutes allowing local governments to regulate anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee). Ordinance status is 'Second Reading' and 'Pending BCC Assignment'.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing. Commissioner Regalado requested the item be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is expected to take 4-6 weeks to process.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee.
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental, construction, dredging, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Commissioner Regalado requested the item be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance aims to address issues of navigation, public safety, and environmental impact caused by prolonged anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions. These exemptions include governmental vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties for violations, with penalties ranging from $500 for a first offense to $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. Enforcement can be carried out by county code inspectors, municipalities (unless they have adopted their own regulations and notified the county), and law enforcement officers. A courtesy warning notice procedure is established prior to penalties. The ordinance stems from increased concerns about navigation, public safety, and environmental impacts from prolonged anchoring in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 7/14/2026. The BCC agenda date is 10/20/2026.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez (Prime Sponsor), Sen. Rene Garcia (Co-Sponsor)
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing. Commissioner Regalado requested the item be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is expected to take 4-6 weeks to process.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions. These exemptions include governmental vessels on official duty, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in fishing. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with escalating fines for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal or destruction. Municipalities can adopt their own stricter regulations. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties for violations of the new anchoring regulations. The matter was introduced on 7/9/2026 and is scheduled for a second reading and potential final action on 10/20/2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Pending BCC Assignment and Final Action.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor (for the ordinance)
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also provides exemptions for vessels anchored within marked mooring fields or for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor; Sen. Rene Garcia, Co-Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance prohibits vessels from anchoring for more than 1 hour between sunset and sunrise for over 30 days in any 6-month period, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends the schedule of civil penalties. This legislative matter is a substitute to a previous file and is expected to take 4-6 weeks to finalize.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Pending BCC Assignment.
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