Environmental Resources Management

Resource Recovery and Management Facility Solid Waste Operating Permit for Lake Fill

• What is the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill used for?
• Why is the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill necessary?
• What other permits are needed for the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill before I can start work?
• How long does it take to process the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill?
• How much are the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill fees?
• How long is the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill valid?

What is the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill used for?

This permit is used to maintain a continuous compliance and enforcement process that assists facilities in complying with local and state regulations, which in turn protects human health and the environment.

Why is the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill necessary?

This permit is required under Chapter 24-18, Miami-Dade County Code, for facilities that receive, store and dispose of Clean Fill in surface water bodies (e.g., lakes). Clean fill is defined as material consisting of soil, rock, sand, earth, marl, clay, stone and/or concrete rubble.

What other permits are needed for the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill before I can start work?

• A Certificate of Use and Occupancy from the Miami-Dade County Department of Planning & Zoning or Municipal Zoning.
• A Class VI Stormwater Drainage Permit application and determination from the Environmental Resources Management Water Control Section.
• An Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) from Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection may also be needed.
• Approval from the Department of Public Works and Waste Management.

This question is intended to give you an idea of what other permits may be needed. Depending on your situation, you may need one or more of the above-mentioned permits. Additionally, there may be instances when a permit that is not listed here is required. We encourage you to call the contact number at the bottom of this page to discuss your particular case or to receive additional information.

How long does it take to process the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill?

A properly completed application can be processed in 90 days.

How much are the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill fees?

Please see the Fee Schedule.

How long is the Solid Waste Permit for the Operation of a Lake Fill valid?

Permits are valid for one year and renewable thereafter as long as the facility remains in operation.

For more information, please call 305-372-6600.

• View the Resource Recovery and Management Facility Solid Waste Operating Permit Application form for Lake Filling .

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