Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Miramar?

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 Miramar building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

What gets a building application rejected in Miramar?

Building Department CLOSED ON FRIDAYS — Mon-Thur 7 AM - 6 PM only. Applications must be in BLACK INK — other ink colors will be REJECTED. Do NOT highlight any information on plans — will be REJECTED.

Miramar Building Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Building Permit checklist for Miramar

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (BLACK INK; signed & notarized by Owner AND Qualifier)
Four (4) sets of plans signed & sealed by Professional Engineer or Registered Architect
Plans must indicate: Occupancy type/load, Construction Type, SF, all details per scope
Construction Cost — Schedule of Values per discipline (labor, materials, & equipment)
Affidavit of Awareness of Homeowner's Association (MANDATORY even if NOT in HOA — City Code Sec. 22-29(c)(1))
Construction Debris Removal Affidavit (MANDATORY per City Ordinance §18-7 — Waste Pro of Florida ONLY)
Affidavit of Identical Documents (required for ALL digitally signed/sealed plans & calculations)
Current signed & sealed boundary survey (within 7 years; original s/s by Professional Land Surveyor; NOT required for interior-only work)
Survey Affidavit form available if survey is for interior-only attestation
Proof of Ownership (Recorded Warranty Deed, tax statement, or settlement statement)
Copy of signed Contract
Contractor Registration — must be on file with Building Division (GL insurance, WC insurance or FL exemption, license, Business Tax Receipt — all listing 'City of Miramar' as certificate holder)
Contractor registration email: Contractorupdates@miramarfl.gov
Notice of Commencement — RECORDED — required at FIRST INSPECTION when job value exceeds $5,000 ($15,000 for AC)
NOC recorded at: Broward County Government Center / Records Division, 115 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Product Approvals / NOAs — must be reviewed and approved by architect
Energy Calculations — signed & sealed by engineer (when required)
Structural Calculations — signed & sealed by engineer (when required)
Special Inspector Form FBC 2023 — signed/sealed by engineer, signed by Owner (when required)
Fire Plans Review Checklist and Affidavit (multi-family / commercial)
Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement (if owner pulling own permit — FL Statute 489.103)
Owner/Agent Letter with Owner AND Agent notarized signatures (when agent is filing)
GotchaBuilding Department CLOSED ON FRIDAYS — Mon-Thur 7 AM - 6 PM only
GotchaApplications must be in BLACK INK — other ink colors will be REJECTED
GotchaDo NOT highlight any information on plans — will be REJECTED
GotchaOnly the NEW Broward County Uniform Permit Application accepted — old versions REJECTED
GotchaFOUR (4) sets of plans required (most Broward cities require 2)
GotchaALL digital submissions must be TRUE PDF format — scanned PDFs not accepted
GotchaAfter 3rd plan review, $500 flat fee per discipline applies
GotchaEPD approval required BEFORE Building Dept submittal (apply online for security code & application number; walk-thru review)
GotchaElevator approval required BEFORE Building Dept submittal — allow 1 week; submit plans only, application not required
GotchaNOAs must be reviewed and approved by architect — not just attached
GotchaRevisions require Revision Coversheet form IN COLOR, Architect's Narrative, clouds and deltas — signatures NOT required for revisions
NoteERC Letter and Miramar Impact Fee Paid Receipt required for new construction
NoteDRC (Development Review Committee) approval NOT required for submittal
NoteSchedule of Values for permit pricing required for subcontractors
NoteQuick Service Permitting available for minor residential projects — Tuesdays 7:30-11 AM, max 5 permits per contractor, permits ready following Monday
NotePrivate Provider: 35% discount (plan review + inspections), 20% discount (inspections only)
NotePermit fee = 1.75% of construction cost; Plan review fee = 0.75% of construction cost
NoteResidential min fee $75; Commercial min fee $150
NoteAdministrative surcharge of 8% on all building fees
NoteWork without permit = DOUBLE the permit fee
NoteExpedited plan review: $300/discipline (residential), $600/discipline (commercial)
NoteOnline submittal processing fee: $150 (5-7 business days) or $250 expedited (2-4 business days)
NoteInspection requests: Online via Permits & Self Services portal OR by phone 954-602-3200
NoteInspectors can be contacted 7:30-8:00 AM on morning of scheduled inspection for time window
NoteResidential plan review averages 14 working days; Commercial averages 28 working days
AWNING / CANOPY PERMITS
Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (BLACK INK)
Plans showing awning/canopy location, dimensions, attachment details
Product Approvals / NOAs for awning/canopy materials
Affidavit of Awareness of Homeowner's Association (MANDATORY even if NOT in HOA)
Construction Debris Removal Affidavit (MANDATORY per City Code §18-7)
Notice of Commencement — recorded — required at first inspection when value > $5,000
NoteQuick Service available for Awnings — Tuesdays 7:30-11 AM
STUCCO / SIDING PERMITS
Product Approvals / NOAs for stucco/siding materials
SOFFIT LIGHTING PERMITS
Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (Electrical checked; BLACK INK)
Specifications for proposed lighting
STORAGE RACK / SHELVING PERMITS
Plans showing rack layout, dimensions, anchoring
Product Approvals for racking system
Affidavit of Awareness of Homeowner's Association (if applicable)
NoteTypically commercial — structural engineering may be required
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Four (4) sets of plans signed & sealed by PE or RA
All trade applications (Structural, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical) as applicable
Construction Cost — Schedule of Values per discipline
Structural Calculations signed & sealed by engineer
Energy Calculations signed & sealed by engineer
Roof truss shop drawings signed & sealed by engineer with all calcs
Fire sprinkler/alarm drawings with hydraulic calcs and cut sheets
Product Approvals / NOAs for all materials
Current signed & sealed boundary survey (within 7 years)
Affidavit of Identical Documents (for digital submissions)
ERC Letter AND Miramar Impact Fee Paid Receipt (REQUIRED for new construction)
Special Inspector Form FBC 2023 (when required)
Owner/Agent Letter with notarized signatures (when applicable)
Notice of Commencement — recorded — required at first inspection
GotchaERC Letter and Impact Fee receipt are MANDATORY for new construction — unique to Miramar
GotchaFire sprinkler/alarm drawings must include hydraulic calcs AND cut sheets of all devices and panels
RESIDENTIAL ADDITION / RENOVATION
All trade applications as applicable per scope
Structural Calculations signed & sealed (when required)
Energy Calculations signed & sealed (when required)
Current signed & sealed boundary survey (within 7 years; not required for interior-only)
Affidavit of Identical Documents (digital submissions)

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

Miramar Building Permit Requirements

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