Miami Beach Plumbing Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Plumbing Permit checklist for Miami Beach

Submit via Civic Access (CSS) portal
Miami Beach Permit Application required — signed & notarized
MDC Plumbing & Gas Fee Sheet required per MDC fee schedule
City + MDC Contractor Registration required (both mandatory)
NOC required for job value exceeding $5,000
Gotcha2+ trades require Master Building Permit with GC — standalone plumbing permit only for single-trade
DERM/WASD County Approval required for sewer/water work — submit to MDC separately
Fats, Oil and Grease (FOG) Permit Application required for food service establishments — uses MDC DERM form
FOG Plan Review Checklist available on forms page
FOG Fee Schedule per MDC Environmental schedule
Same-day service: water heater replacement (same for same), replacement of 2+ fixtures/appliances, water/drainage pump replacement, water treatment equipment replacement, water service replacement (same locations)
NoteWhen cutting any concrete or other finishes, a building permit is needed first
Insurance cert holder: City of Miami Beach, Building Department, 1700 Convention Center Drive, 2nd Floor, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Requirements change. Confirm the current checklist with the Miami Beach building department before you submit. See every permit type on the Miami Beach permit requirements page.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Miami Beach?

Florida law requires a recorded Notice of Commencement when the contract price is greater than $5,000 ($15,000 for repair or replacement of an existing heating or air conditioning system). Timing can vary, so confirm with the Miami Beach building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

What gets a plumbing application rejected in Miami Beach?

2+ trades require Master Building Permit with GC — standalone plumbing permit only for single-trade.

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Other permit types in Miami Beach

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