Short-term vacation rentals in unincorporated Miami-Dade County must comply with County Code Section 21-28 noise provisions. The responsible party must be available to respond to noise complaints. Quiet hours are 11 PM to 7 AM.
STR operators in unincorporated Miami-Dade County must ensure guests comply with the county noise ordinance under Section 21-28. Sound-producing devices audible at 100 feet between 11 PM and 7 AM constitute a violation. The Certificate of Use holder is the responsible party and must respond to noise complaints. Violations at STR properties are enforced against the property owner. Section 33-28 vacation rental standards require compliance with all applicable county codes including noise. Neighbors can report STR noise to the Miami-Dade Police non-emergency line at 305-476-5423.
Noise violations at STR properties are enforceable under Section 21-28 with fines up to $500. Repeated violations may result in revocation of the Certificate of Use. Property owners are liable for guest conduct.
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