How Key Biscayne Permitting Works
Accela and digital submittals
The Village's Accela portal handles permits, plan review and inspections. Plans are uploaded as digitally signed and sealed PDFs.
Short hours, by appointment
Building, Zoning & Planning processes permits Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and doesn't take walk-ins.
Contractor registration
Every contractor must register with the Village with a valid license, liability insurance, business tax receipt and workers' comp.
Inspections with a Friday gap
Inspections run 10:30 AM to 2 PM. There are no plumbing, mechanical or fire inspections on Fridays.
Flood rules with a one-year lookback
The Village adds up improvements made over the past year. At 49% of the structure's value, the whole building must meet flood rules. Oceanfront lots seaward of the coastal control line also need a state permit.
How we help in Key Biscayne
We book the appointments, line up flood documentation before submittal, and manage Accela and the county reviews. Building, Zoning & Planning is at 88 W McIntyre St, Suite 250.