Barking dog rules in Miami-Dade County, FL — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Frequent barking, howling, or squawking by a pet dog, cat, or bird that is audible at 100 feet from the property violates Miami-Dade County Ordinance 21-28(c). Police can issue an automatic $100 fine upon witnessing the violation.
Miami-Dade County Ordinance 21-28(c) addresses animal noise. Frequent barking, howling, or squawking by a pet dog, cat, or bird left outside on a patio, at an open window, or in a yard that can be heard at a distance of 100 feet from the building, structure, or yard constitutes a noise ordinance violation. The Miami-Dade Police Department Neighborhood Resource Unit responds to complaints. Officers who hear the animals upon arrival can automatically issue a fine. Homeowners who rent their property are ultimately responsible for their tenants' animal noise violations and payment of fines.
First offense fine is $100. Failure to pay results in a lien on the property. Repeat violations carry escalating penalties. Property owners are liable for tenant animal noise. Chapter 5 animal control may also issue fines up to $5,000 per offense.
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