What the City checklist covers
The City’s checklist covers standalone residential driveways: the permit application, a survey and matching site plan, the driveway location and dimensions, Public Works standard details and any right-of-way items.
Application & eligibility
Building permit application (PAP)
Core itemThe completed building permit application.
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Site & zoning
Survey less than 1 year old
Core itemA current boundary survey. A marked-up survey can serve as the site plan only if a clean survey is also submitted.
Official source (opens in new tab)Survey and site plan show matching information
Core itemLegal description, boundary dimensions, distance to center line, Base Building Line (from Public Works) and all right-of-way conditions (trees, poles, hydrants, curb, sidewalk, meter boxes, fences).
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Edge at least 5 ft from side property line, width between 10 and 40 ft, and the listed slope limits.
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Plans & drawings
Site plan
Core itemShowing proposed driveway location and configuration, distance to side property line, width and length, flares with dimensions and the visibility triangle.
Official source (opens in new tab)Public Works standard details for the approach
Core itemCopies of the relevant Public Works standard details.
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Conditional checks
Maintenance covenant for nonstandard materials
If applicablePavers, spaced slabs and stamped concrete require a covenant making the owner responsible for maintenance.
Mark "Not applicable" for standard concrete or asphalt approaches.
Official source (opens in new tab)Public Works sub-permit / ROW closure permit
If applicableAdditional permits pulled by the contractor; ROW closure only if required.
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Official source: Residential driveway applicant checklist (PDF) (opens in new tab)
Last verified October 2026. The City can update its checklists at any time.
Frequently asked
Miami Permit Check is an independent private service, not affiliated with the City of Miami. This page summarizes the City’s checklist for preparation only; the City of Miami Building Department is the final authority.