Welcome to the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)

We are counting down to the kick-off of the 2008 Adopt-a-Tree Season  on May 10th. Miami-Dade single-family or duplex homeowners may be eligible to receive 2 FREE trees in 2008, even if you have adopted trees in past years.

Miami-Dade County is under a Modified Phase II Severe Water Shortage Order as of April 18, 2008. In addition to the restrictions, residents are encouraged to save water both inside and outside the home.

The Manatee Protection Plan Review Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 21 at the  Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, from 1:30pm to 4pm. Members of the public wishing to attend should contact DERM at 305 372-6864 for more information regarding procedures for admission to Seaquarium. 

Thanks to the participation of more than 7,200 volunteers and over 150 DERM employees, Baynanza 2008 was a huge success and helped get rid of tons of trash from the shorelines and nearby islands of Biscayne Bay.   Details and a picture gallery are coming soon!

Did you know that if you pour grease down your kitchen drain it can build up in your pipes over time and cause a clog? That could result in an expensive plumbing bill. Learn more.

DERM continues to make huge strides in our primary job, to protect our local natural resources.  This was evident once again in 2007.  That is why we want to invite you to watch the premiere of our second annual “Year in Review” video. 

Know the zone, know the risks!  FEMA has unveiled the newly proposed Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for Miami-Dade County.  FIRMs illustrate flood hazards and are used to rate flood insurance policies.  Starting on March 11th, residents will have 90 days to submit appeals.