Conditions that apply

• This Amnesty only applies to primary owners of a residential property and does not apply to properties owned by financial institutions or commercial/industrial properties.
• This program does not apply in the event that the County has commenced a civil action to collect on the civil penalties or to foreclose a lien.
• A permit is issued to bring the structure into compliance with the Building Code within the Amnesty Period (August 12, 2011 through July 12, 2017).
• The structure is brought into compliance with the Building Code within the period provided in the Building Code for completion of the work under the permit obtained within the Amnesty Period.
• All direct costs of the Regulatory and Economic Resources Department related to prior enforcement in connection with the structure, as documented by the Department shall be satisfied in full (These may include inspections, photographs, researches, recordation and enforcement recovery fee).

How to apply

In order to apply for this Amnesty, the homeowner must:

• Present evidence of ownership (Driver’s License, Copy of Warranty Deed, Quit Claim Deed, tax bill)
• Submit the Building Code Amnesty Program application form

Where to submit

You must submit the application in person at

Miami-Dade County Permitting and Inspection Center
11805 SW 26 Street
Suite 230
Miami, FL 33175

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