Frequently Asked Questions?

What is the function of the Office of the City Attorney?
     The City of Miami Office of the City Attorney represents the City of Miami. This includes acting as legal advisors to the City Mayor, City Manager, City Commission and it’s departments. The Office of the City Attorney is responsible to review for form and correctness all ordinances, resolutions, contracts and other legal transactions and documents involving the City of Miami. The Office of the City Attorney represents the City of Miami in all civil litigation in district, state and federal courts.

How can I receive a copy of a particular code or ordinance of the City of Miami?
     Codes and Ordinances for all municipalities are made available on the internet.  Click on the following link: Municipal Code Corporation.

How can I obtain the schedule for the City of Miami Commission Meetings?
     You may contact the City Clerk’s Office 305-250-5360 or the Agenda Office at 305-416-2070.

Where can I get copies of the City Commission meeting recording?
     You may obtain audio recording and/or transcripts from the City Clerk’s office, 305-250-5360 and visual recordings from the Office of Communications, 305-416-1440.

I would like to speak before the City of Miami City Commission, how do I go about?
     You may visit or call the City of Miami City Clerk’s Office for instructions:
                         City of Miami City Clerk’s Office
                         3500 Pan American Drive
                         Coconut Grove, FL
                         Telephone: 305-250-5360

My car was towed in Miami, who do I contact?
     Locate the sign posted in the area in which the car was towed. Said sign will have the name of the towing company used. If there is no sign, then you may contact the City of Miami Police Department Auto Pound Unit at 305-579-6585.

Where is my Neighborhood Enhancement Team “NET” office located?
     To find the NET office that services your neighborhood, you may visit their website by clicking the following NET.

I was issued a code violation, who do I contact?
     The citation should have a contact telephone number. If not, you will need to contact your Neighborhood Enhancement Team “NET” Office.

A code enforcement lien was placed on my property, what do I have to do?
     You will need to contact the Hearing Boards Division in the Planning & Zoning Department at 305-416-2030.

Damages were done to my property by a City of Miami vehicle? I was involved in an automobile accident with a City of Miami vehicle, who do I call to report it?
                Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc.
                 1-877-647-4545
                
                A Claims Adjuster will be assigned and will be available to assist with any questions.

What is the address for the City of Miami Police Department?
                       400 N.W. 2nd Avenue
                       Miami, FL 33128-1786

What is the address and telephone number of the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office?
     Visit their website by clicking on the following link:  Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office.

Where do I file a Small Claims Court action?
     Small Claims are filed with the Miami-Dade County Clerks Office. Their telephone number is 305-275-1155 and/or to visit their website click on the following link:  Miami-Dade Clerk of Courts.

What is the telephone number to the Florida Attorney General?
     Visit their website by clicking on the following link:  Florida Attorney General.

Where can I look for a judgment or status of a case?
     You may look up this information by accessing their website under "Search Recorded Documents":  Miami-Dade Clerk of Courts.

Is Virginia Key part of the City of Miami?
     Yes, it is.

Is Key Biscayne part of the City of Miami?
     No, it is not. For more information you may visit their website by clicking the following link:  Village of Key Biscayne .

I need a building permit for the City of Miami?
     You will need to visit the City of Miami Building Department, Permit counter, located at
                               444 SW 2nd Ave - 4th Floor
                               Miami, Florida 33130
                              
                               Office Hours:  8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

                               Permit Section:  7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

       or you may visit their website by clicking the following link:

                              City of Miami Building Department.

How do I file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau?
     For further information please visit their website by clicking the following link:   Better Business Bureau.
              
Where do I need to go to file a restraining order?
      For further information please visit their website by clicking the following link:
Miami-Dade County Domestic Violence Overview.