Commemorative Gift Programs

Still looking for a meaningful holiday gift for your loved ones? Personalize a paver, plant a tree or adopt a bench in one of our picturesque settings.

Learn more.

Holiday Closures

Miami Beach City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, January 1 in observance of New Year's Day. Residential trash and recycling collection will proceed as usual on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series

The Ocean Drive Association presents a performance by French Horn Collective as part of the weekly Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series.

Sunday, December 29

5 PM

Lummus Park, between 14 Street & 14 Place

Pack a blanket or folding chair to save your seat on the lawn. Rain location is inside The Betsy Hotel.

Menorah Lighting

Please join Mayor Steven Meiner and the City Commission for a Menorah Lighting at Miami Beach City Hall.

Monday, December 30

4:30 PM

1700 Convention Center Drive

Run with Raven

Commissioner Alex Fernandez invites you to celebrate 50 years of running with the Raven.

Tuesday, December 31

4 PM – Meet at 5 Street and the sand to run with Raven

7 PM - 11 PM – Afterparty at the Art Deco Welcome Center, 10 Street and Ocean Drive

Enjoy music and lite bites as we celebrate the Raven and his dedicated 50-year running streak on the sands of Miami Beach!

Celebrate the New Year in Miami Beach

Ring in the New Year in Miami Beach! Welcome 2025 with us at a variety of free, city-sponsored events.

Click here to view all of the events, check out the transportation options and learn more.

Free Bulk Waste Drop-Off

Our monthly free bulk drop-off is the first full weekend of each month.

Miami Beach residents can drop off bulk trash Saturday, January 4 and Sunday, January 5 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 140 MacArthur Causeway (Terminal Isle) or 75 Street and Dickens Avenue. 

International Piano Academy Concert Series

The Miami International Piano Festival Academy Concert Series will take place in Miami Beach from January 6-11, 2025. Enjoy musical performances each night at the Miami Beach Woman's Club located at 2401 Pine Tree Drive.

January 6-10 | 7 PM

January 11 | 4 PM & 7 PM

Entrance is free on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more.

Archery Fun Day

Join #MBParks for free archery classes, parent and child tournaments, archery tag, music, pizza and drinks. For children grades 2 and up.

Saturday, January 11

10 AM – 2 PM

Muss Park

4300 Chase Avenue

FREE

Must register at register.miamibeachparks.com. 

Mondays with Micky

Join Miami-Dade County Commissioner Micky Steinberg for a Condo Special Assessment Program with guest speakers from the Miami-Dade County Public Housing and Community Development Department.

Monday, January 13

6 PM

North Shore Youth Center

501 72 Street

Open to the public. For more information, please contact Commissioner Steinberg at district4@miamidade.gov or 305.787.5999.

Food Distribution

Feeding South Florida hosts a free monthly food distribution on the third Thursday of every month for those in need.

Next distribution event: Thursday, January 16

9 AM – 11 AM

8440 Collins Avenue

Please note: The event will be at the above location only for January.  After this event, the food distribution will return to its usual location at 4000 Chase Avenue (behind the Wells Fargo Bank on 41 Street).

Free Mammogram Service

Commissioner Alex J. Fernandez, Liga Contra El Cancer and H3: Health. Hope. Healing. are bringing a mobile mammogram bus to Miami Beach to offer free mammograms to those without health insurance.

Friday, January 17

8 AM - 4 PM

2100 Collins Avenue

To register, call 786.353.1944 or 305.856.4914.

Art Deco Weekend

Celebrate 100 years of Art Deco in Miami Beach from January 18-20 when the Miami Design Preservation League presents its 48th annual Art Deco Weekend. The free community cultural festival takes place along Ocean Drive from 5 to 13 streets and will feature a Parisian theme with guided architectural tours, a classic car show, artisan market, lectures, films, sketch walks, kids club, dog walk and music performances by local and national artists. For more information, visit www.artdecoweekend.org. 

TYR Wodapalooza Fitness Festival

The 13th TYR Wodapalooza is moving to Miami Beach on January 23-26. The world’s largest fitness festival and competition features more than 2,000 athletes from around the world, an expo with more than 100 brands and 40,000 fitness enthusiasts.

While Thursday, January 23 is open to the public, Miami Beach residents are eligible for a 30% discount on other days’ admission fees. Discounted tickets can only be purchased by residents at the on-site box office. Residents will be required to show an ID that lists Miami Beach as their official residence.

View all resident benefits.

Galería Ocean Drive

Discover how Miami Beach transformed into a WWII training ground for 600,000 troops at a free, three-month outdoor exhibition called “Boot Camp in Paradise: World War II in Miami Beach.” The exhibition includes 30, state-of-the-art panels featuring a selection of photographs and printed materials from 1942-1945. Curated by the Office of the Mayor and City Commission in cooperation with the Wolfsonian-FIU , it is now on view through the end of January in Lummus Park along Ocean Drive between 11 and 12 streets in a space being called Galería Ocean Drive.

Learn more at www.miamibeachfl.gov/galeria.

City Commission Meetings

The City of Miami Beach will hold a City Commission meeting in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive, 3rd floor on Monday, February 3 at 8:30 a.m., aired live on MBTV and Facebook.

https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/81392857671

1.301.715.8592 or 1.888.475.4499

Access ID 81392857671#

Mayor Steven Meiner's 2025 State of the City Address

Please join us for Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner's 2025 State of the City address.

Tuesday, February 4

6:30 PM

New World Center

500 17 Street

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

9th Annual Soul Vegan & Seafood Festival

Join us for the 9th Annual Soul Vegan & Seafood Festival, presented by The Hungry Black Man Media and sponsored by the City of Miami Beach. Celebrate Black History Month through the lens of food, drink, health, sustainability and fun on the sands of Miami Beach.

Saturday, February 8

1 PM - 6:30 PM

Lummus Park

Ocean Drive between 6 & 7 streets

Get your free tickets now.

Virtual Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Steven Meiner

Join Mayor Steven Meiner for a virtual town hall meeting ahead of the February 26 City Commission meeting.

Tuesday, February 25

5:30 PM

Zoom link: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/89869137516

SoundScape Cinema Series

The SoundScape Cinema Series continues each Wednesday through May 2025. This season’s lineup features all new weekly movies that will be projected onto a 7,000-square-foot wall outside New World Center via a state-of-the-art projection and sound system in SoundScape Park.

A different movie is shown each Wednesday at 8 p.m. on the southwest corner of Washington Avenue and 17 Street.

View a listing of upcoming movies.  

Christmas Tree Disposal Information

For all residential single-family homes, place your Christmas tree out for collection on the second pickup day of the week throughout January.

Drop-Off Options:

For residents without curbside collection, drop off your natural Christmas tree on January 4 and 5, 2025 at one of these locations:

• Terminal Isle: 140 MacArthur Causeway
• North Beach Composting Station: 75 Street and Dickens Avenue

Alternatively, the Green Waste Facility at 2800 Meridian Avenue is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for tree drop-offs.

All trees must be free of lights and decorations. No plastic bags.

EyeOnWater

Sign up for EyeOnWater to keep track of your water usage. Powered by Badger Meter in association with your water utility, EyeOnWater lets you connect to supported water utility accounts to you see how much water you’re using and can even alert you to possible leaks on your property.

Sign up.

Resident Discount and Free Resident Tickets to "Lincoln Road Hustle"

Miami New Drama presents “Lincoln Road Hustle,” a new immersive theater experience that transforms Lincoln Road’s iconic landmarks, restaurants and public spaces into live stages. 

The City of Miami Beach is giving away 25 pairs of tickets exclusively for Miami Beach residents.

Residents can pick up tickets at the Colony Theatre box office Monday through Friday between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. while supplies last! Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.*

*Limit one pair of tickets per household. Must show proof of residency at time of pickup and provide an email address with permission to receive City of Miami Beach marketing emails.

There are still eight pairs of tickets left. One pair is available for the January 16 performance, two pairs are available for the January 30 performance and five pairs are available for the February 6 performance.

Miami Beach residents who wish to purchase tickets to “Lincoln Road Hustle” will receive a 15% discount at the Colony Theatre box office. Proof of residency is required. For more information, visit: miaminewdrama.org/show/lincoln-road-hustle/.

Resident Discount: American Black Film Festival

Get ready for the 29th Annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) in Miami Beach!

From June 11-15, 2025, celebrate Black culture, creativity, and storytelling with industry insiders, creators and film lovers from all over the world.

Special offer for Miami Beach residents: Enjoy 25% off the purchase of a Deco Pass using the code "2025CMB25" and unlock access to incredible screenings, panel discussions, exclusive events and amazing networking opportunities!

Don’t miss out - grab your Deco Pass today.

South Beach Jazz Festival

The South Beach Jazz Festival presented by Power Access returns to Miami Beach from January 9-12, 2025. The festival's mission is to ensure that people of all abilities can enjoy and participate in its mix of free and ticketed events at iconic Miami Beach venues.

Performances will feature the iconic Ms. Lisa Fischer, rising star Emmet Cohen and more.

Get your tickets now.

Resident Discount: South Beach Jazz Festival presents A Tribute Concert for Eddie Palmieri

The South Beach Jazz Festival proudly presents a spectacular tribute to Eddie Palmieri. Personally chosen to perform Palmieri’s legendary music by Eddie himself, this all-star lineup features Louis Fouché on alto saxophone, Luques Curtis on bass, Vicente “Little Johnny” Rivero on congas, Camilo Molina on drums and special guest Zaccai Curtis on piano. Joining them are Grammy-winning trumpeter Brian Lynch and world-renowned trombonist Conrad Herwig, whom Palmieri has praised as “the best trombonist on the planet.” This unforgettable night celebrates Palmieri’s unmatched legacy in Latin Jazz, brought to life by the musicians who know his sound best. The South Beach Jazz Festival is providing Miami Beach residents a 20% discount to this performance with the code: SBJFMB20.

Saturday, January 11

8 PM

Miami Beach Bandshell

7275 Collins Avenue

Purchase tickets.

Miami Beach Convention Center Now Hiring

Oak View Group at the Miami Beach Convention Center is seeking talented events and hospitality professionals to join their dynamic team.

Apply now.

Upcoming Closure: Miami Beach Botanical Garden

The Miami Beach Botanical Garden will be closed on Wednesday, January 1 in observation of New Year's Day and also for the iConnections Conference from Tuesday, January 28 through Thursday, January 30. 

For the latest information on hours and closures, visit www.mbgarden.org.

The Rhythm Foundation presents Senior Day

The Rhythm Foundation has launched "Senior Day," a dedicated initiative designed to support and engage the local senior community. On the third Thursday of every month, starting at 8:30 a.m. until supplies last, Miami Beach residents aged 55 and older will have the opportunity to receive free tickets to various concerts and events at the Miami Beach Bandshell.

To enhance the experience, complimentary coffee and treats will be offered while seniors wait for their tickets. Tickets will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so seniors are encouraged to arrive early.

Normandy Fountain Events

Enjoy a variety of free events at the Normandy Fountain! For the most updated information, visit www.normandyfountain.com.

Lincoln Road Events

Lincoln Road has an exciting lineup of events! Take a look at the calendar at www.lincolnroad.com.

Arts & Culture e-Newsletter

Get the inside scoop on all things arts and culture! Sign up to receive information on events and offerings at Miami Beach cultural institutions straight to your inbox every Wednesday. 

Sign up for our Arts & Culture e-newsletter.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers needed! The City of Miami Beach is looking for volunteers to help homeless, free-roaming community cats through the Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (TNVR) method. In addition, SoBe Cats is looking for volunteers to work at the Kitty Campus adoption facility and/or to be a part of a feeding program.

The feeders play a vital role in the mission of SoBe Cats because not only do they supply the cat colonies with food and fresh water for survival, but they also act as the eyes and ears for cats in need of TNVR. Register to be a feeder.

Contact info@sobecats.org for more information.

Volunteer to Serve on Miami Beach's Land Use Boards

From preserving our rich architectural heritage to guiding responsible development, Miami Beach's Land Use Boards are at the forefront of ensuring a sustainable and thriving city for generations to come. The city’s Land Use Boards are comprised of the Board of Adjustment, the Design Review Board, the Historic Preservation Board and the Planning Board.

We are calling on all residents who are passionate about shaping the future of Miami Beach to consider volunteering for our Land Use Boards. Volunteers will gain valuable experience and have an opportunity to make a difference in our community.

The following vacancy is currently available:

Design Review Board: One Landscape Architect registered in the State of Florida. 

Interested persons with the applicable qualifications may submit their application, resume, photograph and professional license(s) here. For assistance in completing the application, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at 305.673.7411.

For more information on the powers and duties and the composition of each Land Use Board, visit our website.

Participate in the Special Events Community Review Meetings 

The City of Miami Beach’s Tourism & Culture Department invites you to their Special Events Community Review Meetings, which take place virtually on the third Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. 

Special Events in the City of Miami Beach are subject to review and recommendation by the corresponding neighborhood or business association(s) as part of a monthly Special Events Community Review. We appreciate the community feedback provided during these meetings. 

Next Meeting: Thursday, January 16

Meeting link: https://bit.ly/3QhW3Hf

Subscribe today to the Special Events Community Review Newsletter to receive agendas and meeting information ahead of the monthly meetings at www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/communications/subscriptions.

Register Your Bike with MBPD

The City of Miami Beach Police Department provides free bicycle registration services to help combat bicycle theft and assist in the recovery of stolen bicycles.

To register your bicycle, please visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/yourmbpd/services and click "Bicycle Registration."

North Beach Registered Resident Parking Pilot Program

The City of Miami Beach has launched the North Beach Registered Resident Parking Pilot Program. Program enforcement begins on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Online registration for the program is open here.

Alternatively, you can schedule an in-person appointment by calling 305.673.7505 or clicking here.

In-person appointments are available at two sites:

• Normandy Park & Pool: 7030 Trouville Esplanade
• Customer Service Center: 1755 Meridian Avenue, First Floor

Walk-ins are welcome at both registration locations.

This program allows North Beach residents to park their vehicles n designated Residential Zone 26, assuring more convenient access to parking near their residences. The initiative aims to preserve quality of life in places where residential parking is impacted by competing uses or a high concentration of parked cars.

Eligibility for the program is limited to residents who live within the designated North Beach Zone and can provide proof of residency. The program allows for up to two (2) permits per household, with additional permits to be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Registered resident parking hours:

• Mondays - Fridays from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• From Fridays at 6 p.m. to Mondays 7 a.m.
• All city-observed holidays.
• Parking spaces adjacent to parks/schools will remain open to the public until closing hours.

Learn more.

Disabled Parking Placard Program

Regular parking fees now apply at all municipal parking spaces unless your disabled permit is registered under the City of Miami Beach Disabled Parking Placard Program. Strict enforcement began on Monday, June 3, 2024. For on-street parking spaces, disabled permit holders who do not register will continue to receive a maximum of four (4) hours free parking unless a shorter time limit is posted.

Registration is open. Registrants must appear in person at the city’s Customer Service Center, located at 1755 Meridian Avenue, 1st floor.

An application and consent form must be completed, signed, and notarized*. The consent form will authorize the city to verify the information provided by the registrant with the practitioner who approved the issuance of the disabled permit.

Applicants will need the following documentation:

• Disabled Placard and registration
• Driver’s License or State Identification
• Practitioner information, including Practitioner License Number
• Vehicle Registration

*A notary public will be available at the Customer Service Center at the time an application is submitted.

Learn more.

Cory Gibbs Youth Invitational

Train with former U.S. Men’s National Team player and top global soccer agent Cory Gibbs in preparation for the preseason. Gain invaluable exposure to European-style training and position-specific sessions, in addition to experiencing unique coaching philosophies and a cutting-edge curriculum.

Friday, January 3 - Sunday, January 5

Flamingo Park Soccer Field

14 Street & Meridian Avenue

The camp is designed for competitive players only, ranging from travel teams to top academy players. Registration price is $195.

Register here.

Dog Beach Daily Hours

Bring your pup to the beach! There are now three "bark beaches" in Miami Beach. Check out our new dog beach hours below.

Locations:

• South Beach, 21 Street 
• Mid Beach, 53 Street
• North Beach, 81 Street

Daily Hours:

• November - March: 7 AM - 9 AM
• April - October: 9 AM - 11 AM

The North Beach location at 81 Street will be open for the following additional hours from Friday through Sunday:

• November - February: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
• March - October: 3 PM - 7 PM

Fall Prevention Program

Participants in the Fall Prevention Program will learn to evaluate their environment to reduce fall risk factors and will incorporate activity and exercises in order to increase strength and balance.

Fridays

9 AM - 10 AM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Free for adults 55 and older who are enrolled in the Miami Beach Senior program. Sign up today!

K.O. Voice Studio Performing Arts

Sign up for musical theater and singing lessons with K.O. Voice Studio & #MBParks!

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Instructor: Kelly O'Shea

Group lessons available. Private lessons by appointment.

For more information and to register:

• Visit koperformingarts.com
• Email koperformingarts@gmail.com
• Call 310.902.2910

Special Abilities Adaptive Bowling

#MBParks offers Adaptive Bowling for those enrolled in the Special Abilities program.

Mondays | 10 AM - 11:30 AM

Every first and third Tuesday of the month | 6:30 PM - 8 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

AGES: 12+ years

Must be enrolled in the Special Abilities program to participate:

Miami Beach residents - Free

Nonresidents - $73*

*Fee includes all special ability activities.

Receive Text Alerts from #MBParks!

Sign into your online account at register.miamibeachparks.com. Under your profile name, select "Opt-in for Text Alerts".

Seniors Soccer Program

Seniors can enjoy a fun outdoor soccer recreation program to stay active, bring out hidden talents, foster friendships, and improve mental and physical health.

Every Monday and Thursday

9 AM - 10 AM

North Shore Park

501 72 Street

FREE

The season runs October through March. Limited capacity. Pre-registration is recommended.

Martial Arts

Try martial arts with #MBParks! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling classes are available at two locations: 

• North Shore Park | 501 72 Street
• Scott Rakow Youth Center | 2700 Sheridan Avenue

Register at miami-martialarts.com.

For more information, contact instructor William at 305.859.1624 or help@miami-martialarts.com.

Fencing

Join our fencing program offered in partnership with Davis Fencing Academy in the heart of Miami Beach. Discover the exhilarating sport of Olympics fencing, master essential techniques and unleash your competitive edge.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Epee Fencing Class - 6:30 PM - 8 PM

Open Floor Fencing - 8 PM - 9 PM

Muss Park, 4300 Chase Avenue

All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Register.

Cardio & Calisthenics Fitness Classes

Get fit with #MBParks!

Saturdays at 9 AM

Collins Park Garage

340 23 Street

Free ongoing classes

Click here to register.

Art Week Miami Beach 2024

The 2024 edition of #ArtWeekMiamiBeach was truly unforgettable. Check out the video below to enjoy some of the highlights.

Art in Public Places

Art Week Miami Beach has come to an end, but you don't have to wait until next year to enjoy incredible public art. Thanks to Art in Public Places, a City of Miami Beach program for curating and commissioning public art, a wide variety of artwork can be found on display year-round throughout the city. Check out the video below or click here to learn more.

41 Street Traffic Re-Circulation Pilot Program

In an effort to improve mobility for residents traveling north and south along Sheridan and Royal Palm avenues as well as crossing 41 Street, the city has implemented a pilot program during peak afternoon hours. The program began in September 2024.

Traffic pattern restrictions are in effect Monday through Friday between 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

During the six-month pilot, left turns are prohibited at:

• Sheridan Ave onto 41 Street in the SB and NB directions
• Royal Palm Ave onto 41 Street in the SB and NB directions 
• Sheridan Ave onto 40 Street in the NB direction only

Two-way traffic is being maintained on Royal Palm and Sheridan Avenues, with police resources deployed at the intersections of Sheridan Avenue and 41 Street, and Royal Palm Avenue and 41 Street. On-street parking is not affected.

These changes are intended to ease congestion caused by the influx of vehicles that travel through this area. Learn more.

Use the Transit App to Track the Trolley 

The Miami Beach Trolley Tracker is currently undergoing improvements and has been temporarily removed from the Miami Beach Gov app. In the meantime, we encourage riders to download the free Transit App for efficient and reliable trolley tracking.

Alternatively, our customer service team is available at 305.673.7117 to provide trolley ETAs directly. Users can also text the City of Miami Beach stop ID number (available on all trolley stop signs) to 786.981.4545 to receive arrival times via text message.

We are committed to providing our residents and visitors with the best possible transit experience and hope to have an integrated trolley tracker back up and running within the Miami Beach Gov App in the near future.

The Miami Beach free citywide trolley service operates 15 hours a day, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., 7 days a week at approximately 20-minute average service frequency along each route.

Learn more and download the Transit App.

"Protect Biscayne Bay" Specialty License Plate

The Miami Foundation, in partnership with Miami-Dade County’s Office of Resilience, is on a mission to support clean water preservation. During Florida’s 2021 legislative session, Senator Ileana Garcia and State Representative Nick Duran led a successful bipartisan effort to create the Protect Biscayne Bay specialty license plate. With 3,000 license plate pre-sale vouchers, the licenses plates will go into production and be available to drivers across the State of Florida.

Revenue generated through plate sales will provide funding to preserve and restore Biscayne Bay, including water quality, marine debris and habitat restoration.

Every Florida resident with a registered vehicle is eligible to sign up for the specialty plate.

Get your plate.

Miami Beach Composting Bin Program

Homeowners in Miami Beach interested in composting are invited to participate in Surfrider’s backyard composting program. Residents can request a FREE compost bin after completing a short educational workshop. 

Request your compost bin.

Supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first-come first-serve basis.

Go Solar Together

Sign up now for the Miami-Dade 2024 Solar Co-op before it’s too late. The co-op closes to new members on February 26, 2025.

Organized by nonprofit Solar United Neighbors, the solar co-op makes it easy for homeowners and small businesses in the Miami-Dade area to go solar.

Learn more and join the co-op.

Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban & Chainsaw Phase Out Period

Gas-powered leaf blowers are banned in Miami Beach. Additionally, gas-powered chainsaws are now being phased out per ordinance 2024-4589. These initiatives are part of the city's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

The warning period for phasing out gas-powered chainsaws began on November 1, 2024 and continues until Thursday, July 31, 2025. Full enforcement will commence on August 1, 2025.

Transitioning away from gas-powered leaf blowers and chainsaws not only helps to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, but also helps to improve water quality, mitigate noise pollution and promote operational effectiveness.

Rental Application Fee Reimbursement Program

Households earning up to 120% of the Area Median Income can receive a reimbursement of 80% of their rental application fee, up to $500 per year.

If you are interested in the Rental Application Fee Reimbursement Program, please visit the Office of Housing & Community Services at 765 17 Street or call 305.673.7491.

Learn more.

Family Pathways Program

Empower your family with our Family Pathways Program! The City of Miami Beach Family Pathways Program is a Children's Trust funded program. Our team of Success Coaches can provide individualized, wraparound care tailored to your family. With our team by your side, we’ll work together to address your family’s unique needs and connect you with valuable resources.

Families of children up to 18 years of age, who live or work in the City of Miami Beach and/or whose children attend a Miami-Dade County Public School within the Miami Beach community are eligible for the program. For families of children living with a disability who are enrolled in school, eligibility may be up to age 22. For more information, please call 305.673.7491 or email familypathways@miamibeachfl.gov.

Your active participation is key to building on your strengths and achieving stability. Join us in creating lasting change. Services are free of charge.

Fair Housing Spotlight

Except in official senior living facilities, age doesn’t matter in housing! As long as you are old enough to legally sign contracts, don’t tolerate somebody who treats you differently in housing because of your age!

If you are facing discrimination, please take action by calling Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence (HOPE), Inc. at 305.651.HOPE (4673). 

Quick Tip - Building Code Violation Amnesty Program

Did you know that Miami Beach offers an amnesty program, also referred to as Building Code Violation Amnesty Program, which helps property owners manage the stress of civil penalties related to building code violations? This applies particularly to construction conducted without the necessary permits or under permits that have missed mandatory inspections.

It's important to understand that if you purchase a property where work has been completed without proper permits or inspections, you, as the new owner, bear the responsibility for ensuring the property meets compliance standards. A lien search won’t reveal if any unpermitted work has been done. Therefore, if you suspect any modifications were made without permits, it's wise to verify with the city or county regarding the status of those permits.

Property owners wishing to legalize any unpermitted work or expired permits can do so without facing penalties. Only fees related to obtaining new permits or renewing existing ones will apply.

For information on how to apply for this program, click here.

Firework Safety

Anyone planning to use, store or display fireworks in the City of Miami Beach must first obtain a permit from the Miami Beach Fire Department. Remember, fireworks are best left to the professionals to ensure everyone’s safety.

Enjoy one of the free, city-sponsored New Year's Eve firework displays on Ocean Drive or in Collins Park. Learn more at www.miamibeachfl.gov/new-years/.

Don't Drink and Drive

Your safety and the safety of others matter. If you plan on drinking, make sure to plan a sober ride home. Call a friend, use a ride share or designate a sober driver.

Don't drink and drive, it's not worth the risk.

Only Call 911 For Emergencies

Remember, 911 is for emergencies only! Do not call 911 for information, such as road or weather conditions, noise complaints, area power outages or directions. 

For non-emergencies, please call 305.673.7901. 

Only call 911 for situations that require immediate assistance from the police or fire department. This can include immediate threat to life or property. 

Report Issues to Our 24/7 Control Room

Call our 24/7 Control Room at 305.673.7625, day or night, to report any issues, such as:

• Streetlight outages 
• Potholes
• Cracked sidewalks
• Graffiti
• Overflowing trash cans
• And more!

Our Public Works team has operators working around the clock to make sure all issues get sent to the proper department to fix them. 

Report Code Compliance Violations

Help us keep Miami Beach beautiful! If you spot a suspected violation of the City Code, call the Code Compliance Department at 305.604.CITY (2849).

Examples of common violations include:

• Trash on a property or in an alley
• Unkept properties in your neighborhood
• Overflowing dumpsters
• Loud noise from construction or music
• Illegal short-term rentals

For more information on Code Compliance, visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/code-compliance.

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