Hialeah driveways follow county standards: 20 feet minimum for two-way, 14 feet for one-way. Vehicles must not block sidewalks or rights-of-way.
Driveways in Hialeah follow Miami-Dade County standards. Minimum 20 feet for two-way and 14 feet for one-way traffic. Vehicles must not block sidewalks, swales, or rights-of-way. New driveways require permits. This driveway rules rule under Hialeah's parking ordinances applies to properties within Hialeah city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Hialeah code enforcement directly or consult the official Florida municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Blocking sidewalks results in tickets. Unpermitted driveway construction is a code violation.
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Hialeah allows chain link, concrete block, wood, and aluminum per Section 33-11. All must meet HVHZ wind standards. Concrete block most common in South Florida.
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Hialeah requires building permits for retaining walls per the Florida Building Code. Walls over 4 feet in height require engineered plans. All retaining wall...
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Dogs in Hialeah must be leashed off private property under Miami-Dade Section 5-20. Unsterilized: $150 fine. Sterilized: $50. Off-leash in designated parks o...
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Hialeah enforces the Florida Building Code Residential Section R314 and NFPA 72 for smoke alarms. Alarms are required in every sleeping room, outside sleepin...
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Hialeah requires property maintenance to reduce fire hazards. FL Forest Service manages burn authorizations. Drought-related burn bans apply countywide.
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Hialeah does not specifically regulate residential lawn ornaments — flamingos, statues, religious icons, holiday figures — on private property. General prope...
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