North Miami Change of Contractor Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Change of Contractor checklist for North Miami

Change of Contractor Affidavit — city-specific form
Change of Contractor Form/Checklist — city-specific intake checklist (2025 edition)
GotchaChange of Contractor Affidavit must be NOTARIZED (sworn before notary public by property owner)
Application signed by BOTH owner AND new contractor
GotchaOnly property owner may request change of contractor for master permit — contractor cannot initiate
Copy of CERTIFIED LETTER of change sent to previous contractor — not just a regular letter
New Contractor's State License
New Contractor's Certificate of Insurance — liability (valid min 6 months)
Workers' Comp Insurance or exemption for new contractor
Owner assumes responsibility for correction of work performed under transferred permit
Owner holds North Miami harmless from any liability resulting from the transfer
Disciplines required to review: Applicable Chief Inspector, Building Official
Fee$89 per trade, in addition to any plan revisions needed

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in North Miami?

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

What gets a change of contractor application rejected in North Miami?

Change of Contractor Affidavit must be NOTARIZED (sworn before notary public by property owner). Only property owner may request change of contractor for master permit — contractor cannot initiate.

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