Coral Gables enforces strict driveway standards as part of its Mediterranean architectural character. All vehicular use areas must have proper driveway connections to streets or alleys. Vehicles may only park on approved paved surfaces, and parking on grass, unpaved areas, or swales is prohibited throughout the city.
The Coral Gables Zoning Code requires all vehicular use areas to have a proper driveway or driveway approach connecting to an alley or street. Driveways must be designed so drivers can enter and exit without endangering pedestrians or vehicles on abutting streets. Parking on grass, unpaved surfaces, or swale areas is strictly prohibited. Driveway modifications and new construction require Board of Architects approval to ensure compliance with the city's Mediterranean design standards. All exterior hardscape work, including driveway repaving or expansion, must receive a permit from Development Services. Parking vehicles on any property without the owner's consent is unlawful under the City Code.
Code Enforcement issues citations for vehicles parked on unpaved surfaces or swales. Unauthorized driveway modifications without Board of Architects approval face stop-work orders and fines. Contact Development Services at (305) 460-5235.
Coral Gables, FL
Coral Gables residents near Miami International Airport experience aircraft noise managed by Miami-Dade Aviation Department's Noise Abatement Office. The cit...
Coral Gables, FL
Coral Gables imposes strict construction hour limits with no Sunday or holiday work permitted. Weekday construction runs 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Fr...
Coral Gables, FL
Barking dogs in Coral Gables fall under Miami-Dade County Ordinance 21-28(c), which prohibits animal noise audible at 100 feet from the source. Police office...
Coral Gables, FL
Coral Gables regulates leaf blowers and landscaping equipment noise under Chapter 34, Article VI. Equipment must comply with the 60 dB or 10 dB over ambient ...
Coral Gables, FL
Coral Gables requires pool barriers under Zoning Code Section 5-108 and Florida Statutes 515.29. Unless entirely screened, pools must have a four-foot protec...
Coral Gables, FL
Coral Gables prohibits keeping wild animals within city limits under Chapter 10 of the Code of Ordinances. Exemptions apply only to zoos, pet shops, medical ...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Miami-Dade County.
See how other cities in Miami-Dade County handle driveway rules.
See how Coral Gables's driveway rules rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.