Miami Beach, FL Fence Regulations: Permit Requirements (2026)

All fences and walls in Miami Beach require permits prior to installation under Miami-Dade County building regulations. Depending on the type of fence, either a building permit or a Zoning Improvement Permit (ZIP) must be obtained. Permit applications require a completed form with notarized signatures, a survey or site plan showing the proposed fence location relative to property lines and the front building line, details of fence materials and height, and the applicable permit fee. For properties within Miami Beach's historic preservation districts (Art Deco Historic District, North Beach Resort Historic District, and others), a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Preservation Board may be required for fences visible from public rights-of-way. The permit process includes review for compliance with height limits, setback requirements, material restrictions, and visibility triangle requirements. Pool barrier fences have separate permit requirements that must be obtained simultaneously with pool permits under Section 33-12.