Miami Gardens enforces a Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance for all construction activity. The Development Plan Review Inspections Section reviews erosion control plans. Contractors must submit erosion and sedimentation control plans before beginning site work. Silt fencing and other BMPs are required during construction.
The City of Miami Gardens Development Plan Review Inspections Section enforces the city's Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance, Flood Prone Area Regulations, and Stormwater Control and Watercourse Buffer Regulations. Construction activity that includes disturbance of soils — including clearing, grading, and excavation — requires submission of erosion and sedimentation control plans. Contractors must submit a Sediment & Erosion Control Affidavit. Required best management practices (BMPs) include silt fencing, sediment traps, stabilized construction entrances, and temporary ground cover. Plans are reviewed during the development plan review process from preliminary stage through permit issuance to construction drawing approval.
Failure to implement erosion control measures results in stop-work orders and code enforcement action. Sediment discharge into the stormwater system or waterways triggers additional penalties.
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