City of Sunny Isles Beach fence permit
Do you need a fence permit in the City of Sunny Isles Beach? Yes. The City of Sunny Isles Beach requires a permit before you build a fence.
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Quick facts
- Permit required
- Yes source
- Fee
- Minimum permit fee typically $125 per trade (full schedule from the City) source
- How to apply
- Online portal, in person source
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How to file for a fence permit in the City of Sunny Isles Beach
Steps based on sibfl.gov — Building Permits
- Prepare the notarized application (with fence type and height), proof of ownership, two site plans and a recent survey; add wind load calculations for solid fences.
- Create an account on the City's permit portal and submit online, or visit the Building Department (walk-ins get a number by 3 p.m., or book an appointment).
- Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging.
- Paying
- Minimum $125 per trade
- Review time
- Plan examiners review for code compliance
Who to contact
Building Department
City of Sunny Isles Beach
- Phone
- 305-947-2150
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
- Address
- Government Center, 3rd Floor, 18070 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Contact from sibfl.gov — Building Permits
What to submit
- Completed, signed and notarized permit application listing fence type and height
- Proof of ownership (deed, closing statement, tax bill or corporate annual report)
- Two copies of the site plan and a recent survey
- Solid fences: two copies of signed and sealed wind load calculations by a structural engineer or registered architect
- Condominium association approval letter (condo properties)
- Copy of the contract signed by owner and contractor
Other rules to know
- The City's Fence Manual (adopted April 15, 2021) requires a Building Department permit before installing any fence; it mainly covers construction-site and vacant-lot fencing.
- Vacant lots must be fully enclosed (black-coated aluminum picket on Collins Avenue and Sunny Isles Boulevard frontages).
Before you dig
Call Sunshine 811 before digging post holes (dial 811 or file online at sunshine811.com) at least two full business days ahead. Find your lot corner markers and keep the fence on your side of the line. County parcel maps can be off by several feet; if you're not sure where the line is, a licensed land surveyor can stake it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to build a fence in the City of Sunny Isles Beach, FL?
Yes. The City of Sunny Isles Beach requires a permit before you build a fence.
How much is a fence permit in the City of Sunny Isles Beach?
Minimum permit fee typically $125 per trade (full schedule from the City).
How do I apply for a fence permit in the City of Sunny Isles Beach?
Prepare the notarized application (with fence type and height), proof of ownership, two site plans and a recent survey; add wind load calculations for solid fences. Create an account on the City's permit portal and submit online, or visit the Building Department (walk-ins get a number by 3 p.m., or book an appointment). Call Sunshine 811 at least two full business days before digging. buildit.dog can turn a fence drawn on an aerial photo of your lot into a complete permit application package for the City of Sunny Isles Beach (site plan, aerial photo and filled-in details) in a few minutes.
Who do I contact about a fence permit in the City of Sunny Isles Beach?
Building Department, City of Sunny Isles Beach. Phone 305-947-2150, email [email protected].
Sources
Summarized from the City of Sunny Isles Beach's own ordinances, forms and permit pages. Each link opens the original.
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