During the summer, Miami-Dade homeowners have the chance to take home two trees for free! Follow the schedule of events to participate.

Restored beaches and dune systems provide storm protection and recreational benefits. Miami-Dade works with federal and state partners to periodically renourish vulnerable parts of the beach.

Permits are required for dredging, filling and any construction on or over tidal waters and saltwater wetlands.

Read about potential waste threats and how the County works to clean it up.

The Environmentally Endangered Lands Program consists of the acquisition, protection and maintenance of sensitive Miami-Dade County lands. Residents can volunteer to keep these lands in pristine condition.

The Florida manatee is a native species found throughout all parts of the state. Protections for Florida manatees were first enacted in 1893. Today, they are protected by the Florida Manatee Sanctuary Act, and are federally protected by both the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act.

Miami-Dade County protects coral reefs through monitoring and permitting programs.

The Miami-Dade Artificial Reef Program helps offset damage to natural reefs and provides opportunities for fishing and diving. Use the Artificial Reef Locator to learn about sites to visit in Biscayne Bay and offshore, or volunteer to adopt a mooring buoy.

Trees and natural forests play a big part in increasing our environment's quality. Therefore, a permit is required for the approved removal or relocation of any tree within Miami-Dade County (certain exceptions apply), and any activity that results in the removal or damage to any vegetation in a Natural Forest Community also requires a permit.