Planning & Zoning

Get a Zoning Verification Letter (ZVL)

Are you trying to find the zoning laws or regulations of a property?

Request a Zoning Callback

Do you have a zoning-related question and want to talk to someone from the Zoning department? Give us the details of what you would like to discuss and we will direct your request to the correct person.

Request a Change of Zoning (Rezone)/FLUM/SAP/Comp Plan

Do you want to change the Future Land Use designation or Zoning designation for a property within Miami? You can apply for a Rezone, Rezone & FLUM Amendment or a Special Area Plan Amendment (SAP) twice a year. Email planning@miamigov.com or call 305-416-1400 with questions.

Apply for a Zoning Waiver

Are you trying to build or renovate a business or residence, and your plans are not 'allowed by right' according to Miami 21 code? The City of Miami issues Waivers intended to relieve practical difficulties in complying with the Miami 21 Code, when such Waivers meet a specific list of requirements.

Find your Property's Zoning Category

Are you building a home or opening a new business and need to find out what is allowed in your zone? The City of Miami offers tools to help determine if you need to apply for a Warrant or an Exception for a specific use in your zone.

Request a Hearing for a Planning or Zoning Application

Have you submitted an application that requires a public hearing by either the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board or the City Commission? You will find information on this page to assist you with requesting a public hearing for your special permit application.

Appeal an Interpretation, Determination, or CU Denial or Revocation

Do you want to appeal a Zoning Administrator's Interpretation, or a Planning Director's Determination, or Certificate of Use Denial or Revocation? These decisions can be appealed to the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board.

How to use the Interactive Mapping Tool (GIS)

The Zoning Interactive Tool is a mapping application which provides real estate data on properties within the City. Users can view a variety of visual layers such as Miami 21 zoning designations, Future Land Use designations, Historic Preservation layers, NET Area, and Commission Districts.

Find Homeowner Association (HOA) Information

Appeal Permit/Property Specific or Qualified Applicant Mural Decision

Do you want to appeal either a 1) Permit/Property mural issuance or 2) Qualified Applicant decision to the City Commission?

Change or Add an Address to a Property

Did you attempt to apply for a CU or Building Permit and were unable to locate your exact address or are you adding a unit or suite to your existing address? This process will walk you through the necessary steps to change an address with The City's records.

The Pre-Application Process

Do you need to schedule a Pre-Application meeting for one of the following applications? Rezoning, Special Area Plan Designation, Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Variance, Major Use Special Permit, Exception, Special Appearance, Historic Resource Nomination, Temporary Use of Vacant Land, Interim Parking, Special District Permits, Class II Special Permit, Warrant Modification, or Minor Modification