City of Florida City, Florida
Gateway to Florida Keys and the Everglades

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Community Development
Click on the Items listed below to download the pdf version of the Permit Application, 
print it and bring it to the Building and Zoning offices at City Hall to complete the application process

Community Development Applications

Zoning Codes
Special Use Permit Site Plan Review RS-1 Residential Estate District
Tentative or Final Plat Waiver of Plat RS-2 Residential Semi-Estate District
 Land Use Amendment Application
Zoning District Boundry Change
RS-3 Residential Single-Family District
Zoning Variance
Zoning Verification Request Form
Building & Zoning Applications RS-4 Residential Single-Family District
Building Permit Application RS-5 Residential Zero Lot Line 
and Cluster Housing District
Electrical Application
RD-1 Residential Duplex District
Fence Application
RD-2 Residential Duplex District
Gas Application
RM-15 Residential Multi Family District
Mechanical Application
RT Residential Mobile Home
Recreational Vehicle District
Plumbing Application
C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District
Roofing Application
C-2 General Commercial Districts
Shutter Application Fee
C-3 Intensive Commercial Districts
Sign Application
I Light Industrial
Sitework Application
CF Community Facility District
Window Application
 
Contractor Registration Form
Vacant Abandoned Property Registration Form
Plan Process Log-In Sheet
Permit Fee Schedule
Occupational License
Florida City Municipal Code
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Occupational Licenses 
305-247-8222

Code Enforcement
305-242-8102
A local occupational license is required for most businesses. Licenses are issued by the City of Florida City and Miami-Dade County. Licenses must be renewed each year, as all occupational licenses expire on September 30th each year. Please contact the Building and Zoning Department prior to operating your new business for further information.  If you have any questions, please contact Lakita Calhoun, the Occupational Licenses Official at (305) 247-8222  

The Code Enforcement Department is responsible for enforcement and levy of fines should you fail to obtain an occupational license.
Florida City's Code Enforcement Department holds the responsibility for insuring that residents comply with appropriate regulations and  living standards. 

As citizens of Florida City, it is important that everyone insures their property is kept in good condition, and that their businesses comply with the appropriate State laws. If you have any questions,  please contact Victor Straker,  the Chief Code Enforcement Officer at  (305) 242-8102

Planning & Zoning Board
305-242-8101

Code Enforcement Board
305-242-8102

Planning & Zoning Board is an advisory board to the City Commission. Meetings are scheduled for 7pm, on an as needed basis. They will be advertised in advanced. Please contact Cindy Lyle, Assistant Director of the Community Development at (305)242-8178

The Code Enforcement Board is an advisory board to the City Commission. Regular Meetings are scheduled for the last Thursday of each month at 7pm., in the City Hall Commission Chambers.
Zoning
305-247-8222
Building Permits
305-247-8222
The City of Florida City has adopted a Zoning Code which regulates the use, size and location of buildings and other structures within the city. Please contact the Building and Zoning Department,  should you have any questions regarding land use. Contact the Building and Zoning Department at (305) 247-8222. Any construction, alterations, removal or demolition of any structure within the Florida City limits requires a building permit. Please contact Duane Schultz at the Building and Zoning Department at (305) 247-8222 for a building permit application.
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