Permit Submittal Guidelines
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When submitting your permit application, please complete the following steps:
Online System Registration (all users must register)
Please Register Here Online System Registration (all users must register) at our CSS Portal.
Contractor Registration (for Contractors ONLY)
Contractor of record must be registered with the City of Doral. Please see Contractor Registration Page https://www.cityofdoral.com/all-departments/building/contractor-registration/ for more information.
Contractor Registration Form is available on Forms page.
Permit Submittal Process
- Print & fill out the City of Doral Permit Application as well as any other required forms and if required, submit
one application for each discipline (sub-permit) - depending on the scope of work. Make sure all Documents are completely filled out signed and notarized.
a) For new construction or commercial projects please include the Miami Dade County Municipal Permit Application and the Miami-Dade County Contact Form.
- All plans requiring a design professional’s signature shall be digitally signed; digitally signing your design file protects the contents from being altered. Please do not add any additional/optional security from your PDF software or certification
authority. “Locking” or “Restricting” the document before you submit the file can prevent us from opening and processing the document or stamping it for approval in our software. This results in lost time for us all and may require you to resubmit
a new set of documents.
- If applying for an Owner-Builder permit, please read the requirements prior to applying, fill out, and submit the
Owner Builder Affidavit with all the required documents.
- A recorded Notice of Commencement (NOC) will be required for any job value greater than $2,500;
except permits related to heat and air-conditioning systems, which require an NOC when the job value is greater than $15,000. The NOC must be recorded thru Miami-Dade County Clerk of Courts prior to submitting to the City of Doral.
- When submitting documentation (specifications, calculations, NOAs, etc.) - please submit each file as one combined PDF and named accordingly, “Specs”, “Structural Calcs” etc. All files shall be appropriately named according to NAMING CONVENTIONS and should only be submitted as PDFs. All other formats such as img, jpeg, tiff will not be accepted.
- All documents must be submitted thru the CSS Portal.
- Additional permit application forms, fee sheets, etc. may be found here.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact, the City of Doral Building Department by phone: 305-593-6700 or via email. See staff directory here.
Thank you for cooperation and patience.
Bathrooms
You can repair a toilet or sink on your own but full renovations, shower and tub installations must be done by licensed contractor and require a permit.
Flooring
Hardwood, Marble or Ceramic Tile? A permit is not required in single-family residences. Protect your investment and have work done by a licensed contractor.
Kitchens
A permit is required for most kitchen remodels. Submit with lighting, electrical, and hood specifications and estimated costs.
Lighting & Electrical
A permit is required for most electrical and lighting upgrades. Work should be done by a licensed contractor.
Range Hood
Replacement of ductless range hoods do not require a permit. Work shall be done by a licensed contractor. Range hoods using ducted ventilation will require a permit.
Walls & Partitions
Adding or removing walls can have an impact on code requirements. Work must be done by a licensed contractor.
A/C Units
A/C units must meet the energy “load” of the home. Factors such as the number of windows and the amount of insulation in the walls and ceiling are used to determine the unit size.
Patios, Decks
Raised decks on pilings or footers require structural and wind load calculations; patios, pavers and slabs must meet open space requirements and on-site water retention ordinances.
Docks
Floating docks float on the surface of the water with the use of dock floats or plastic barrels. Stationary docks rest on top of pilings that are mounted into the seafloor.
Fence
Use standard details in our resource library for chain-link and wood fences. PVC/Plastic fences will have a Miami-Dade County NOA and concrete walls will require an engineer’s seal.
Fence
Use standard details in our resource library for chain-link and wood fences. PVC/Plastic fences require an NOA and concrete walls will require an engineer’s seal. Commercial enclosures required Fire approval.
Generators
Portable generators are mostly gasoline-powered and are started manually. Standby generators are powered by natural gas or propane and start automatically during power outages. Permit required and placed 10’-0” from any opening.
Irrigation
Designing the right irrigation plan can mean the difference between efficient, responsible watering and poor water management resulting in the waste of a valuable resource. Plumbing permit required.
Pergola & Covered Terrace
Structures exceeding 10’x10’ require a permit with engineered drawings.
Roofing
In South Florida, standard roofing materials must withstand the intense pressure found in High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZs).
Seawall
Seawalls (or Lake edge Walls) are considered Special Construction and require approval from the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) in addition to a Building permit.
Solar System
Photovoltaic (PV) and Solar Thermal; both absorb raw energy from the sun and use it to create usable energy; PV Systems for electricity, Thermal Systems heat water or air. Electrical or plumbing permit required.
Shutters
All shutters shall be submitted for a building permit and must come with a Miami-Dade County NOA or Florida Product Approval.
Windows & Doors
Windows and doors are part of the building envelope. They must be wind-, impact-resistant, energy efficient and have a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval. If not, shutters will be required.
A/C Split Unit
New a/c systems require plans, calculations & wind loads for equipment cabinetry; Replacements require replacement data form & wind loads for equipment cabinetry.
Smoke Alarms
Smoke alarms are required inside and outside of each sleeping room, in the immediate vicinity. For multi-story units, at least one is required on each level. Smoke alarms are to be hardwired and interconnected.
Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heaters have proved to be effective energy savers. They can be powered by natural gas or electricity.
Chillers
New HVAC systems require plans, calculations & wind loads for equipment cabinetry; Replacements require replacement data form & wind loads for equipment cabinetry.
Landscaping
Refer to the Land Development Code for landscaping requirements and speak with a Planning & Zoning Department representative.
Parking
Resealing & Restriping is now a Zoning Only permit; modifications to parking areas could require both Site Plan Review and a Building Permit. Don’t forget ADA requirements.
Pools & Spas
All pools require a permit & DOH Approval. Vertical or horizontal child barrier(s) are required to be installed prior to final inspection. Heated pools/spas shall comply with energy calculations & require pool cover.
Railings
New and replacements require a permit. Common corridors and stair railings will require Fire review.
Windows & Doors
Windows and doors are part of the building envelope. They must be wind-, impact-resistant, energy efficient and have a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval. If not, shutters will be required.
Fire Alarm
Required in certain occupancies and all must be reviewed by Miami-Dade County Fire.
Fire Suppression
All new and renovated systems require plans & calculations and Miami-Dade County Fire review.
Grease Trap
Designed to intercept most greases and solids before they enter a sanitary disposal system. Miami-Dade County DERM/FOG (Fats/Oils/Grease) Section approval required.
Kitchen Hood
Type 1 - (New) systems require plans & fire suppression system and wind load calcs for exterior equipment cabinetry; Type 2 – Plans & wind load calcs for exterior equipment cabinetry.
Restrooms
Changing the occupancy or use of a space may trigger upgrades or additional fixtures to your restroom configuration.
Antenna/Cell Tower
May require a Tower Business Unit Financial Summary (TBUFS); new installation may require DERM approval.
Awnings & Canopies
Commercial awnings will require review by Miami-Dade County Fire. Submit with flame-spread certification and engineered drawings with wind-load calculations.
Signage
Electrical wall signs require a permit. Many non-electrical signs, banners, etc. can now be permitted through a Zoning Only permit.
Sidewalk Cafe
Speak with a Planning & Zoning representative about where these are permitting. Increasing capacity may require additional restrooms or impact fees.
Windows & Doors (Storefront)
Windows, doors, and storefront glazing must be wind-, impact-resistant, energy efficient and have a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval. If not, shutters will be required.
Paint
The Building Department does require a building permit but speak with a Planning & Zoning representative if you plan on painting a mural, sign or other graphic on your building or structure.