The City of Miramar — the 14-mile-long Broward city running from State Road 7 to U.S. 27 along the Miami-Dade line — issues building permits through the Building Division of the Building, Planning & Zoning Department at City Hall. And as of 2026, the filing process has fundamentally changed: beginning May 4, 2026, all permit applications must be submitted digitally through the city's Citizen Self Service online portal, with paper applications no longer accepted after April 30 — ending the long-standing counter-submission option and moving the entire process, from submission to approval, into trackable online workflow.
The digital details matter: all documents submitted for permitting must be in True PDF format, applications ride the Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application, and Miramar layers on a rule found almost nowhere else — under City Code Section 18-7, debris from demolition, renovations, re-roofs, and new construction must be removed by the city's contracted trash vendor, Waste Pro of Florida, with roll-off service arranged through Waste Pro directly and violations subject to code-compliance fines.
Applies inside City of Miramar limits. Neighboring Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, and West Park run their own permitting, and unincorporated Broward parcels route to the county - confirm the jurisdiction before filing.
What requires a building permit in City of Miramar?
Permit required
- New homes, additions, and tenant build-outs
- Structural / load-bearing alterations and demolition
- Reroofing, window and door replacement, and exterior work
- Electrical service changes and most wiring alterations
- Mechanical / HVAC changeouts and boilers
- Plumbing alterations, repipes, gas, and water heaters
- Pools and spas (barrier required), signs, and fences
- Manufactured homes and solar PV systems
Usually exempt
- Painting, flooring, cabinetry, and cosmetic work
- Like-for-like minor repairs not altering systems
- Certain low non-structural fences (confirm limits)
- Routine maintenance not extending or rerouting systems
Florida requires a permit under the Florida Building Code (section 105.1) for most construction, alteration, repair, demolition and change of occupancy; since 1 July 2026 a narrow exemption covers some single-family work under $7,500, and single-family permits stay valid for at least a year. When a permit is required in Florida
Who handles permitting in City of Miramar?
The Building Division operates from Miramar City Hall at 2300 Civic Center Place — Building Permit Division at (954) 602-3200, buildingpermitclerks@miramarfl.gov — within the combined Building, Planning & Zoning Department. The city works a Monday-to-Thursday week: the division is open 7:00am to 6:00pm, with counter help from 7:00am to 5:00pm. Inspections are requested online through Permits & Self Services or by phone, and run 8:00am to 3:00pm Monday to Thursday. Building Division inspectors can be contacted between 7:00 and 8:00am on the morning of a scheduled inspection to get a time window. All permitting runs through the Citizen Self Service portal (digital-only since May 4, 2026).
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- Phone: (954) 602-3200
- Email: buildingpermitclerks@miramarfl.gov
- Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00am–6:00pm (counter help 7:00am–5:00pm)
City of Miramar permit types
A building permit is one record among many. the Miramar Building Division issues work under separate record types, and filing under the wrong one is a rejection, not a correction — the application is closed and refiled, and the review clock restarts.
Residential permit types
| Permit type | What triggers it | Review path | Fee basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| New construction | New dwellings, additions, and accessory structures over the exempt threshold | Full plan review (structural, energy, zoning) | Valuation-based |
| Renovation / alteration | Structural or load-bearing changes, layout changes, substantial repair | Plan review scaled to scope | Valuation-based |
| Reroof | Roof covering replacement and most major roof repair | Product approval review; dry-in and nail-off inspections | Valuation or squares |
| Solar photovoltaic | Rooftop or ground-mount PV installation or replacement | Structural plus electrical review | Flat or system-size based |
| Solar thermal | Passive water heating or pool heating systems | Plumbing and structural review | Flat or per-permit minimum |
| Electrical | Service changes, panel upgrades, new circuits, most wiring alterations | Trade review; filed against the building permit | Per-permit minimum or per-device |
| Plumbing | New piping, repipes, water heaters, fixtures, gas piping | Trade review; filed against the building permit | Per-permit minimum or per-fixture |
| Mechanical / HVAC | Changeouts that are not like-for-like, ductwork, refrigeration | Trade review; filed against the building permit | Per-permit minimum or per-unit |
| Windows and doors | Replacement units and opening protection | Product approval review for wind-borne debris | Valuation or per-opening |
| Pool and spa | In-ground and above-ground pools, spas, barrier and enclosure work | Plan review plus barrier and electrical bonding | Valuation-based |
| Fence and accessory | Fences, sheds, decks, and carports over the exempt threshold | Zoning plus structural where applicable | Flat or valuation-based |
| Demolition | Full or partial demolition of a structure | Utility disconnect verification required | Flat |
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| Permit type | What triggers it | Review path | Fee basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| New construction | Ground-up commercial, industrial, and multifamily | Full multi-discipline plan review | Valuation-based |
| Tenant improvement | Interior build-outs and suite fit-ups | Plan review across affected disciplines | Valuation-based |
| Renovation / alteration | Structural, envelope, or system changes to an existing building | Plan review scaled to scope | Valuation-based |
| Change of use | Converting a building from one occupancy classification to another | Zoning, life-safety, and accessibility review | Valuation or flat |
| Reroof | Commercial roof covering replacement | Product approval review plus fire review where applicable | Valuation or squares |
| Solar photovoltaic | Commercial rooftop, carport, and ground-mount PV | Structural, electrical, and often fire review | Valuation or system-size based |
| Electrical | Service, distribution, and branch circuit work | Trade review | Valuation or per-device |
| Plumbing | Supply, waste, vent, and gas systems | Trade review | Valuation or per-fixture |
| Mechanical / HVAC | Rooftop units, ductwork, exhaust, and refrigeration | Trade review | Valuation or per-unit |
| Fire protection | Sprinkler, standpipe, alarm, and suppression systems | Fire prevention plan review | Valuation or per-device |
| Sign | Wall, monument, and illuminated signage | Zoning plus electrical where illuminated | Flat or per-sign |
| Demolition | Full or partial commercial demolition | Utility disconnect and environmental clearance | Flat or valuation-based |
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- Single-discipline review in most cases
- Master permit with trades filed against it
- Owner-builder route exists but carries statutory affidavits
- Product approval drives roofing and opening protection
Commercial — multi-discipline
- Concurrent review across building, fire, and zoning
- Signed and sealed plans across every affected discipline
- Accessibility and life-safety review attach to change of use
- Impact and concurrency fees can apply on top of permit fees
Solar permits in City of Miramar
High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. City of Miramar sits in Broward County, inside the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. HVHZ work requires products carrying a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or a Florida Product Approval valid for the HVHZ, uses stricter attachment and uplift criteria, and carries review requirements above the statewide baseline — on both solar and roofing.
Roofing permits in City of Miramar
Solar and roofing work follow statewide rules on HOA limits, product approval, reroof inspections and hurricane mitigation. Solar and roofing rules in Florida
City of Miramar building permit cost
Permit fees are assessed per the city’s Schedule of User Fees at issuance through the online system — confirm current amounts when you file. The cost traps are compliance items: the Waste Pro debris requirement (budget the city vendor’s roll-off, not a third-party hauler), True PDF formatting on every digitally submitted document, HVHZ-rated products on exterior scopes, and the building recertification (BSIP) program for older buildings under Broward County BORA Policy 05-05, which the city administers with its own application package.
How City of Miramar permitting works
| Component | How it works |
|---|---|
| Permit fees | Per the city schedule at issuance through the Citizen Self Service portal |
| Filing channel | Digital-only since May 4, 2026 — paper not accepted after April 30, 2026 |
| Document format | All digitally submitted documents in True PDF format |
| Debris removal (City Code §18-7) | Demolition/renovation/re-roof/new-construction debris via Waste Pro only |
| Contractor registration | Broward qualification + GL & WC naming City of Miramar + BTR + authorized person |
| Building safety recertification | City administers Broward's aging-building recertification program |
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Electrical permits
Required for service installations, panel upgrades, solar PV, and most wiring alterations in City of Miramar, filed by a licensed electrical contractor against the master building permit through the City of Miramar Building Division.
Plumbing permits
Required for new plumbing, repipes, water heater changeouts, fixture relocations, and gas piping; fees follow the local schedule with per-permit minimums.
Mechanical (HVAC) permits
Required for HVAC installations and changeouts, ductwork, and refrigeration; specialized systems are permitted and inspected separately.
Miscellaneous & specialty
Roofs, pools and spas, screen enclosures, mobile home set-ups, and demolition are permitted separately. Exterior components need current Florida Product Approval rated for the local wind speed.
How to get a building permit in City of Miramar
Complete contractor registration
File the registration checklist with the Building Division: Broward County contracting qualification, liability and workers' comp certificates naming the City of Miramar as certificate holder, business tax receipt, and your designated authorized person. Incomplete registration blocks applications.
Set up portal access
Create or activate your account in the Citizen Self Service portal — the only filing channel since May 4, 2026. Registered contractors can activate existing accounts through the online permit portal.
Assemble the digital package
Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application plus plans and documents, all in True PDF format, with HVHZ product approvals for exterior components and the posted application package for your specific permit type.
Plan the debris compliance
Arrange roll-off collection through Waste Pro of Florida before demolition, re-roof, renovation, or new-construction work — City Code §18-7 requires the city's vendor, and violations draw code-compliance fines.
Submit, pay, and pull the permit
File through the portal, track review online, pay at issuance, and record the Notice of Commencement where Florida law requires it.
Request inspections online
Request through Permits & Self Services or by phone at (954) 602-3200; call inspectors between 7:00 and 8:00am on inspection morning for your time window, and clear the final before occupancy.
Inspections in City of Miramar
Inspections are requested online through Permits & Self Services or by phone at (954) 602-3200, with the city’s posted inspection code list mapping each inspection type. Inspections run 8:00am to 3:00pm, Monday to Thursday. The practical detail crews appreciate: Building Division inspectors can be reached between 7:00 and 8:00am on the morning of a scheduled inspection to get a time window. Keep the permit, approved True PDF plan set, and HVHZ product documentation available at every inspection.
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- City of Miramar Building Division
- Fee information
- Online permitting / portal
- Permit lookup
- Florida Building Code (8th Ed.)
- Florida Product Approval search
- DBPR license verification
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get a building permit in City of Miramar?
The digital-only system tracks every application from submission to approval online, and the city's stated goal for the May 2026 transition was faster review times. The schedule levers are registration (complete before you can file), True PDF formatting, and HVHZ documentation on exterior scopes — plus Waste Pro logistics on debris-generating work. Call (954) 602-3200 for current turnaround by permit type.
How do I look up a permit in City of Miramar?
Permit records and status run through Miramar's online permitting system — the same Citizen Self Service portal that now handles all applications. Registered contractors can activate existing accounts through the portal. For lookups the portal can't answer, call the Building Permit Division at (954) 602-3200 or email buildingpermitclerks@miramarfl.gov.
Can I still file a paper permit application in Miramar?
No — beginning May 4, 2026, all permit applications must be submitted digitally through the city's Citizen Self Service online portal, and paper applications were no longer accepted after April 30, 2026. City staff assist with the transition at (954) 602-3200 or buildingpermitclerks@miramarfl.gov.
Who hauls construction debris in Miramar?
Waste Pro of Florida — and only Waste Pro. City Code Section 18-7 requires debris from demolition work, renovations, re-roofs, and new construction to be removed by the city's contracted trash vendor, with roll-off collection arranged through Waste Pro directly. Using another hauler is a code violation subject to fines.
What insurance wording does Miramar require from contractors?
Liability insurance and workers' compensation certificates (or Florida's exemption) naming the City of Miramar as certificate holder — plus Broward County contracting qualification, a business tax receipt, and a designated authorized person for submitting and picking up applications. Incomplete registration means no applications are accepted.
When can I reach a Miramar inspector on inspection day?
Between 7:00 and 8:00am on the morning of the scheduled inspection — the division publishes that window for contacting Building Division inspectors to get your inspection time frame. Inspections run 8:00am to 3:00pm, Monday to Thursday, and are requested online through Permits & Self Services or at (954) 602-3200.
Inspections are where schedules slip.
Get a free quote →Do I need a permit to install solar panels in City of Miramar?
Yes. Photovoltaic installations in City of Miramar are permitted under a dedicated solar record type reviewed on both a structural and an electrical track. Solar thermal — passive water and pool heating — is a separate record. Under Fla. Stat. §163.04 a homeowners' association cannot ban solar panels, though it can decide where on the roof they go if that does not reduce their performance; HOA review is separate from the building permit. Utility interconnection and Permission to Operate run in parallel with the permit, not inside it.
Does a roof replacement require a permit in City of Miramar?
Yes, and City of Miramar is in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so the bar is higher than the rest of Florida. Roof products must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or a Florida Product Approval valid for the HVHZ, attachment and uplift criteria are stricter, and hurricane mitigation retrofit requirements commonly attach when an existing roof is replaced. Inspections usually run deck nailing, then dry-in, then final.
What is the difference between a residential and a commercial permit in City of Miramar?
Residential work is generally a single-discipline review filed as a master permit with trades filed against it. Commercial work in City of Miramar runs concurrent review across building, fire, and zoning, requires signed and sealed plans for every affected discipline, and can carry impact and concurrency fees on top of permit fees. Change of use adds accessibility and life-safety review.
Do trade permits need to be pulled separately in City of Miramar?
Yes in most cases. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work is permitted separately by the licensed contractor for each trade and filed against the master building permit. Each trade permit carries its own fee and its own inspection sequence.
What happens if I file under the wrong permit type in City of Miramar?
The application is rejected rather than corrected. the Miramar Building Division closes the record, the filing is resubmitted under the correct record type, and the review clock restarts from zero. Confirming the record type before filing is the cheapest step in the entire process.
Can I apply for all Miramar permit types online?
Most record types are filed through Permits & Self Service, but availability varies by permit type and by applicant. Florida law requires building departments to accept completed applications electronically, but owner-builders must still appear in person to sign (F.S. 489.103(7)).
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This guide is provided by Alliance Permitting for general informational purposes and reflects publicly available information believed accurate as of July 2026. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change; always confirm current details with the City of Miramar Building Division before filing. This is not legal advice.