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Miami-Dade County now performs both virtual and onsite inspections. Virtual inspections are selected by each trade Division, and the selection is shown on each inspector's route daily. To track onsite or virtual inspections, visit Track Inspections.
Virtual inspections are conducted using a video call on smart phone or tablet to interact with the inspector, without the inspector having to be physically present at the job site. Virtual inspections are performed using the "WhatsApp" and/or Microsoft Teams application(s) on your smart phone. Download the app from your phone's app store to be prepared for your inspection beforehand.
Inspections are required for new construction, remodeling/renovations, and other mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. Depending on the types of permits, different inspections may be required, including Building (electrical, fences, mechanical, plumbing, shutters, utility sheds, windows), Zoning (landscaping, Certificate of Use), and/or Fire inspections. Inspections are required prior to covering any part of the construction. Inspectors must have access to your work before closing/concealment. An inspection is required prior to covering up any part of the construction. Inspections are performed between 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
What is required for inspections?
Your approved and stamped plans and permit card must be at the construction site and the address properly posted and visible from the street.
As part of the building permit process, Zoning inspections will be required to determine whether the landscape and site plan has been executed according to the requirements of the approved plan leading to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or a commercial shell Certificate of Completion.
When can I schedule or cancel an inspection?
To request an inspection, you need your permit number and three-digit inspection code. Your inspection code can be found on your Permit Card after you enter your Process Number under “Required inspections,” or on this list of inspection codes.
You may schedule an inspection Monday through Friday using one of the following methods one business day prior to the day you wish to have an inspection (before 4 p.m.):
Cancel or reschedule an inspection. The option to cancel inspections from the same day route is only available from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m.
Need inspection assistance?
Customers may discuss inspection results or resolve issues with Inspector Trades or Inspector Supervisors. For days and times, create an account through the online registration system (MeetQ).
For more assistance, contact the Permit Counter at 786-315-2100 or email [email protected] .
Guidelines and Checklist
40-year Recertification forms
Per Miami-Dade County Code, inspections of grow houses are required before the structure is deemed safe for use. Upon completion of inspections, a report must be submitted to certify there are currently no unsafe or hazardous conditions existing in the structure; that all building code violations have been corrected; and that the structure is safe for occupancy.
To find out if your inspection is on today’s route, enter your permit number, Certificate of Use or boiler certificate number on the Routes & Results application webpage. The route will display the inspector's picture and a list of inspections that will be performed that day. Your inspection will be highlighted indicating your stop on the route.
As part of the building permit process, zoning inspections will be required to determine whether the landscape and site plan has been executed according to the requirements of the approved plan leading to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or a commercial shell Certificate of Completion by the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources. The zoning inspector will ensure that, when required, a Landscape Certificate and Final "As Built" Survey are available at the time of final inspection. Landscape Certification forms are available upon request. A licensed surveyor must perform an "As Built" Survey. You may access these forms by visiting the Zoning Forms and Checklists. Zoning inspectors also conduct inspections to approve requests for Temporary Certificates of Occupancy, Temporary Certificates of Use and Temporary Certificates of Completion. These temporary certificates may be granted for up to 90 days and allow the location to be occupied and used with certain restrictions while pending requirements are satisfied. These certificates may be extended for additional periods of time subject to certain conditions.
