Consumer Services

Towing Business Initial Registration Application General Information

• Who Must Apply
• When to Apply
• What to Bring
• License Fee (Non-Refundable)
• Background Check
• Vehicle Inspections
• Incomplete Applications
• Change of Ownership
• Business Changes

Who Must Apply

Any person(s) or corporation that operates a towing business in Miami-Dade County.

When to Apply

Monday through Friday (except holidays) 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Initial applicants must apply in person.

What to Bring

• Completed application
• Copy of current, permanent Occupational License
• Certificate of Occupancy (only applies to non-consent towers)
• Written business agreement authorizing parking of tow truck(s) (only applies to consent towers)
• Articles of Incorporation/Fictitious Name Registration
• Certificate of insurance (type and amounts of insurance as required by Section 30-465 of the Miami-Dade County Code)
• Description of management plan
• Description of services (only applies to non-consent towers)
• Towing and storage rates (only applies to non-consent towers)

License Fee (Non-Refundable)

CSD Fee Schedule 
Cash will not be accepted.  Fees can be paid by check, money order or cashiers check made payable to the "Board of County Commissioners".  If renewing in person, the renewal fee can be paid by credit card (MasterCard or Visa).

Background Check

Initial applicants must complete a criminal background check and have two (2) passport photos taken as part of the application process. Information regarding these requirements will be provided when the application is submitted.

Vehicle Inspections

Once the application and background check are complete, an enforcement officer will inspect the truck(s) to ensure that it complies with the requirements of the Miami-Dade County Code.  A decal will be placed on the windshield of the truck(s) when it passes inspection which authorizes its use as a towing vehicle.

Incomplete Applications

If the application process is not completed within 60 days from the date that the application was filed with the Consumer Services Department, the application will be considered abandoned and closed and a new application and fee will be required.

Change of Ownership

In the event of a change in ownership of a towing business, a new application and fee is required.

Business Changes

Changes in any material aspect of the towing business shall be provided to the Consumer Services Department in writing along with proof of the change and the required fee, if replacement of the license is required, within thirty (30) days of the change

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