SAME DAY PERMIT PROGRAM

Policy Council · 2026-07-13 · ordinance

The document is a legislative item for an ordinance creating a same-day permitting program for certain minor residential projects in Miami-Dade County. It does not describe a specific construction project, site, or parcel. The ordinance requires the County Mayor to develop and implement the program and to provide reports every six months. The item was introduced on 7/7/2026, assigned to the County Attorney on 7/7/2026, and amended by the Policy Council on 7/13/2026. The final action is not stated. The prime sponsor is Anthony Rodriguez. The amended version is under Legislative File No. 261305, and it is a substitute to File No. 261075. The program covers specific project types including fences, gates, stairs, driveways, trusses, pools, windows, doors, shutters, skylights, garage doors, roofing, kitchen or bathroom remodels, interior or partial demolition, prefabricated sheds, minor non-structural repairs, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repair permits. Projects requiring structural review, in historic districts, with open code enforcement cases, or to legalize existing violations are not eligible. The ordinance includes a provision for refunding permit application fees within 30 days if delays are caused by the reviewing department. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.