The Town of Miami Lakes Building Department reviews, permits and inspects new construction and alterations within the Town. Permits are filed and tracked in the Town’s eTRAKiT portal.
What requires a building permit in Miami Lakes?
New construction and alterations to any structure in the Town need a permit. The Town publishes a Permit Types list and checklists, and its fee schedule covers building permits and electrical, mechanical and plumbing sub-permits.
Who handles permitting in Miami Lakes?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Office | Building Department, Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 |
| Phone | 305-827-4015 |
| Hours | Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| buildingdepartment@miamilakes-fl.gov | |
| Inspection line | 305-364-6100 |
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| Permit category |
|---|
| Building |
| Electrical |
| Mechanical |
| Plumbing |
Miami Lakes building permit cost
Fees come from the Town’s Building Department Fee Schedule and vary by permit type and scope. Since April 1, 2026, online credit-card payments carry a third-party convenience fee of 2.50% plus $0.30 per transaction.
Trade permits in Miami Lakes
- Building — The Town Building Department reviews and permits building construction and alterations.
- Electrical — Issued as a sub-permit; the Town has an Electrical Inspector and Examiner.
- Mechanical — Issued as a sub-permit; the Town has a Chief Mechanical Inspector.
- Plumbing — Issued as a sub-permit; the Town has a Plumbing Inspector.
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Confirm the project address is inside Miami Lakes and identify every permit record required for the work.
Complete the Miami Lakes Building Permit Application and HOA Affidavit, plus construction documents and any scope-specific forms such as the roofing package or window and door forms.
Use the Town of Miami Lakes eTRAKiT portal for permit applications, fee payment, review monitoring and inspection scheduling. The Town also publishes project-specific checklists under Permit Types & Checklists.
Track plan review and respond only to documented comments or requests from the reviewing authority.
Pay the permit fees in eTRAKiT before issuance.
Request inspections in eTRAKiT, NextMe, by phone or at Town Hall, and pass the final inspections. New construction and major remodels also need a Certificate of Occupancy.
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Inspections can be requested through eTRAKiT, NextMe, by phone at 305-364-6100 or in person at Town Hall. Inspection requests are taken Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and eTRAKiT schedules them for the following business day.
Florida building code
The Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023), has applied statewide since 31 December 2023; the Florida Building Commission has proposed the 9th Edition (2026) to take effect on 31 December 2026. Florida permit rules
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These are the primary sources behind this guide. Codes, fee schedules and procedures change — confirm the position for your filing date.
- Florida Building Commission
- Building Department fee schedule (PDF)
- Permits and inspections
- eTRAKiT online portal
- Miami Lakes Building Department
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Who handles building permits in Miami Lakes?
The Town of Miami Lakes Building Department at Town Hall, 6601 Main Street, not Miami-Dade County.
How do I request an inspection?
Use eTRAKiT or NextMe, call 305-364-6100, or visit Town Hall. Requests are taken Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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More Florida permitting guides
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