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AGK Construction & Roofing is a licensed Florida contractor resolving building code violations for residential and commercial property owners throughout the City of Miami and Miami-Dade County. Miami is the largest city in South Florida — with hundreds of thousands of properties ranging from Brickell high-rises and Wynwood commercial buildings to Little Havana single-family homes and Coconut Grove estates. Every one of these properties is subject to the City of Miami Building Department's code enforcement process, and violations are issued constantly across every neighborhood. AGK resolves every type of violation — roofing, structural, plumbing, mechanical, windows, and open permits — under one contract, from free inspection through official violation closure.

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⚠️ Miami Violations Become Daily Fines — Then Liens That Block Your Closing.

The City of Miami Code Enforcement Division actively pursues unresolved violations through its Special Magistrate process. Daily fines begin accumulating the moment a violation is confirmed and become recorded liens on your property with no cap. In one of the most active real estate markets in the United States, an open violation discovered during a title search can kill a Miami closing in hours.

  • Standard violations: up to $1,000/day after Special Magistrate ruling — no cap
  • Rental property violations: $500–$1,000/day plus rental license risk
  • Liens recorded against property title block all sales and refinancing
  • HVHZ non-compliance can make property uninsurable until corrected
  • Stop-work orders prevent any future permitted work on the property

How to Do a Code Violation Search in Miami

The City of Miami is one of the few South Florida cities that makes violations and liens fully public and searchable. Two tools cover any Miami property: the city's official lien and violation search — used by buyers and title companies before every closing — and the iBuild Miami portal, where a free account lets you search any property for open permit applications and violations. Keep in mind a clean city search doesn't always mean a clean record: recorded liens also live in Miami-Dade County official records. If your search turns up an open case, expired permit, or recorded lien, call AGK at (954) 807-3455 before the case reaches the Special Magistrate — that's when daily fines of up to $1,000 begin. We pull the complete violation, permit, and lien history for your address as part of the free inspection.

Understanding Your Miami Violation — Common Case Types

Most Miami violation cases come down to one of the situations below. Each has its own process through the City of Miami Building Department (and the iBuild portal) and its own path to getting the case officially closed. Tap any topic to learn how it works:

After-the-Fact Permits

When work was already built without a permit — an addition, a remodel, a garage conversion — the city requires an "after-the-fact" permit to bring it onto the record. The work is documented, reviewed against current code, and inspected as if built today. Handled by a licensed general contractor (CGC-1534839).

 Stop-Work Orders

A red "STOP WORK" tag means the City of Miami has halted all activity on the property, usually for work done without a permit or outside an approved scope. Nothing can legally continue until corrective permits are filed and the order is lifted.

 Open & Expired Permits

A permit pulled but never finalized stays "open" in iBuild — often for years, left by a prior owner or contractor. Open and expired permits surface in every title search and must be inspected and closed before a Miami property can sell.

 Unpermitted Work

Garage conversions, Florida-room enclosures, and interior build-outs done without permits are among the most common Miami violations — especially on older Little Havana and Coconut Grove homes. Correcting them means permitting the work to current code under a licensed general contractor (CGC-1534839).

 Pre-Sale Certificate of Use

Many Miami sales and rentals require a Certificate of Use, and that inspection surfaces every open permit, violation, and non-compliant condition. Knowing what the inspector will flag — before you list — keeps a closing from collapsing at the last minute.

 Code Violation Liens

Once the Special Magistrate assesses daily fines, those fines become a lien recorded against the property title. The lien blocks any sale, refinance, or equity loan until the underlying violation is resolved and the case is closed.

 Roofing Violations

An unpermitted re-roof, a roof that failed inspection, or a system without Miami-Dade NOA approval is a common Miami violation. In the HVHZ, correcting it requires a licensed roofing contractor (CCC-1335099) using NOA-approved, HVHZ-rated materials.

 Mechanical / HVAC Violations

HVAC equipment, ductwork, and mechanical systems installed without a permit are flagged during inspections and 40-year recertifications. Bringing them to code requires a licensed mechanical contractor (CMC-1251836) — work that often bundles with other trades on the same property.

Not sure which applies to your property? Our building code violation repair overview walks through every case type, or call (954) 807-3455 for a free Miami inspection. Plumbing violations in homes, rentals, and commercial buildings are corrected under our Florida Plumbing license (CFC-1434412).

Code Violations in Miami — What You Need to Know

The City of Miami operates its own Building Department — completely separate from Miami-Dade County. Properties within Miami city limits are permitted and inspected through the City of Miami Building Department, not the county. Miami is entirely within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), meaning all roofing, windows, and doors must meet the strictest wind-resistance standards in Florida. Miami property owners commonly receive violation notices for:

Roofing work without City of Miami permits
Non-impact windows in HVHZ wind zone
Unpermitted additions and garage conversions
Expired building permits never closed
Unpermitted plumbing in older homes
Mechanical/HVAC work without permits
Structural modifications without engineer sign-off
Open permits from prior contractors or owners
Commercial property violations in Brickell, Wynwood, Downtown
40-year recertification failures

Miami Violation Fines — What You Are Actually Facing

Many Miami property owners underestimate how quickly code enforcement fines accumulate once a violation reaches the Special Magistrate. Daily fines become liens that block sales, refinancing, and equity access until fully satisfied.

Violation TypeInitial CitationDaily Fine RiskLien Risk
Construction Without a Permit / Stop Work Order$500+Up to $1,000/day after hearingYes — recorded against property
Unpermitted Work / Notice of Violation$500Per Special Magistrate orderYes — if not resolved by compliance date
Expired Building PermitVariesAccumulates until permit closedYes
Non-HVHZ Windows or RoofingVariesPer Special Magistrate orderYes
Rental Property / Landlord Violations$500–$1,000Per day until correctedYes + rental license risk
Mechanical/HVAC Without PermitVariesPer Special Magistrate orderYes
Fines become liens recorded against your Miami property. Liens must be cleared before title can transfer at closing. Call AGK Construction & Roofing at (954) 807-3455 to stop fines from accumulating — we begin the process immediately, and can help clear the resulting lien once the violation is closed.

Miami Property Types We Handle

Miami's property mix is one of the most diverse in Florida — from luxury Brickell condos to Little Havana rentals to Coconut Grove estates and Wynwood commercial buildings. AGK resolves violations across all of them.

Single Family Homes
  • Roofing violations
  • Unpermitted additions
  • Garage conversions
  • HVHZ window compliance
  • Pool and deck permits
Condominiums & High-Rises
  • Unit interior violations
  • Brickell & Downtown condos
  • Common area corrections
  • Balcony & railing issues
  • 40-year recertification repairs
Rental & Investment Properties
  • Landlord violation notices
  • Unpermitted modifications
  • Plumbing corrections
  • After-the-fact permits
  • Pre-sale violation clearance
Commercial Properties
  • Brickell office violations
  • Wynwood commercial permits
  • Downtown storefront glazing
  • Mechanical/HVAC permits
  • Roof & waterproofing permits
Older / Historic Homes
  • Little Havana violations
  • Coconut Grove older homes
  • After-the-fact permits
  • Multi-layer unpermitted work
  • Legacy open permit closure
Multi-Family & Duplexes
  • Landlord violation notices
  • Unit separation compliance
  • Plumbing corrections
  • Structural violations
  • Rental registration violations
Miami Is Entirely Within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone

Every property in the City of Miami — from Brickell to Little Haiti, from Coconut Grove to Overtown — is located within Miami-Dade County's High Velocity Hurricane Zone. All roofing systems, impact windows, and exterior doors installed in Miami must carry a Florida Product Approval with HVHZ designation. Using standard Florida-approved products that lack HVHZ designation is a code violation in Miami and will fail building department inspection.

AGK Construction & Roofing installs only HVHZ-approved products on every Miami project and verifies all product approvals before any work begins — ensuring every correction passes the City of Miami Building Department inspection on the first visit.

Code Violations We Resolve in Miami

  • Roofing violations — HVHZ-certified products required throughout the City of Miami
  • Impact window and door violations — full HVHZ compliance required for all Miami properties
  • Plumbing violations — residential, multi-family, and commercial properties (CFC-1434412)
  • Mechanical violations — HVAC systems, ductwork, and mechanical equipment without permits (CMC-1251836)
  • Glass and glazing violations — sliding doors, storefronts, and curtain wall systems
  • Unpermitted additions — garages, room additions, Florida rooms, and enclosures
  • After-the-fact permits for completed work done without City of Miami permits
  • Open permit closure for expired or abandoned permits
  • Stop work order resolution with the City of Miami Building Department
  • Structural violations and repairs requiring engineer sign-off
  • Special Magistrate hearing support — resolution before hearings when possible
  • 40-year building recertification repair work
  • Pre-closing violation resolution for Miami real estate transactions
The City of Miami Building Department operates separately from Miami-Dade County. Filing permits with the county for a Miami city property — or vice versa — results in rejected applications and wasted weeks. AGK verifies your exact jurisdiction before filing anything.

How We Close Code Violations in Miami

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Free Inspection & Violation Assessment
We come to your Miami property, review your violation notice, cross-reference the City of Miami Building Department permit records, and give you a clear written assessment of exactly what is needed. No cost, no obligation, typically within 24–48 hours.
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Permit Filing with City of Miami Building Department
We prepare and submit complete permit applications directly through iBuild to the City of Miami Building Department — including HVHZ product approval NOAs, engineer letters, and all required drawings — to avoid revisions and delays.
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Licensed Construction & HVHZ-Compliant Corrections
Our licensed crews complete all required corrections using HVHZ-approved materials across all five license categories — roofing, general construction, plumbing, glazing, and mechanical.
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City of Miami Inspection & Sign-Off
We schedule and coordinate all inspections with the City of Miami Building Department and remain on-site during every inspection to ensure the work passes and the permit is officially closed — stopping fine accumulation immediately.
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Violation Closed — Full Documentation Delivered
We confirm the violation is officially closed and deliver complete documentation — permit cards, inspection records, and closure confirmation — for your property records, insurance files, and any future real estate transaction.

Selling a Miami Property? Violations Must Be Cleared First.

Miami is one of the most active real estate markets in the United States — with thousands of transactions closing every month. Open code violations, expired permits, and unpermitted work surface in almost every title search on older Miami properties. When a title search uncovers open violations on your Miami property:

  • The buyer's lender will typically require violations to be resolved before funding
  • Title insurance cannot be issued on properties with recorded code liens
  • Buyers may demand a price reduction to cover the cost of resolution
  • The closing date gets pushed back — sometimes weeks or months
  • In condo transactions, the association may also block the transfer

AGK Construction & Roofing works with real estate agents and closing attorneys throughout Miami to resolve violations on tight timelines. If you have a closing date, call (954) 807-3455 immediately and we will prioritize your case. Start with our guide to the pre-sale Certificate of Use. AGK also handles full roof replacements in Miami for sellers who need a new roof before listing.

We resolve City of Miami violations fast — free inspection within 24 to 48 hours, all permit filing handled directly through iBuild with the Miami Building Department, HVHZ expertise included, zero calls to the building department required from you.

Book Free Violation Consultation Call (954) 807-3455

Miami Neighborhoods & Areas We Serve

BrickellDowntown MiamiWynwoodLittle HavanaCoconut GroveCoral WayLittle HaitiAllapattahOvertownLiberty CityEdgewaterMidtown MiamiDesign DistrictUpper East SideFlagamiWest FlaglerShenandoahVirginia Key
Have a property in a nearby Miami-Dade city? We cover those too: Miami Beach Violations Coral Gables Violations Hialeah Violations Doral Violations Miami Gardens Violations North Miami Violations All Miami-Dade Cities →

Why Miami Property Owners Choose AGK

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Direct experience filing with the City of Miami Building Department through iBuild
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5 active FL licenses — roofing, general, plumbing, glazing & mechanical under one contract
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HVHZ-certified — all materials meet Miami-Dade County wind zone requirements
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Experience across all Miami property types — condos, single family, commercial
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Special Magistrate hearing support — resolution before hearings when possible
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Free on-site inspection — typically within 24 to 48 hours
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Full closure documentation for your sale, refinance, or insurance renewal
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5-star Google rated — trusted by Miami property owners for 11+ years
Florida Contractor Licenses — All Active & Verified:
Roofing: CCC-1335099 General: CGC-1534839 Plumbing: CFC-1434412 Glass & Glazing: SCC-131153361 Mechanical: CMC-1251836
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Miami Code Violations — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about building code violations in Miami and Miami-Dade County — from fines, liens, and Special Magistrate hearings to HVHZ requirements, after-the-fact permits, and multi-trade violations.

Miami code violation fines start at $500 per citation. Once a case reaches the Special Magistrate — a licensed attorney appointed to hear code enforcement cases — daily fines of up to $1,000 per day accumulate with no cap until the violation is officially closed. Rental property violations carry additional fines of $500–$1,000 per day plus rental license risk. All assessed fines become recorded liens on your property title, blocking any sale, refinance, or equity loan until satisfied. AGK initiates the permit filing process immediately after your free inspection to stop fines from accumulating.
Yes. Once daily fines are assessed at a Special Magistrate hearing and accumulate past a threshold, the City of Miami records a lien against your property title. That lien attaches to the property — not just to you personally — and must be satisfied before the property can be sold, refinanced, or transferred. Miami liens surface in every title search and will stop a closing immediately, including condo transfers that require association approval. AGK resolves the underlying violation to stop fine accumulation and assists with lien reduction documentation where the city allows it.
The City of Miami has its own Building Department that enforces violations within city limits — neighborhoods like Brickell, Wynwood, Little Havana, Coconut Grove, Edgewater, and Downtown Miami. Miami-Dade County enforces violations in unincorporated areas — Kendall, Doral, West Miami, and parts of Hialeah. Other incorporated cities — Coral Gables, Miami Gardens, Hialeah — each have their own separate building departments. Filing with the wrong department causes rejected applications and weeks of delay. AGK identifies your correct jurisdiction immediately and handles all building department communication on your behalf.
Ignoring a code violation in Miami has serious financial and legal consequences. The building department can impose daily fines that accumulate until the violation is resolved. Unpaid fines become recorded liens on your property — which must be cleared before you can sell, refinance, or in some cases renew your insurance. In serious cases, the city can issue a stop-work order, refer the property to the Unsafe Structures Board, or take legal action. Acting quickly is always far less expensive than waiting.
Yes — in most cases. Both the City of Miami and Miami-Dade County allow property owners to apply for after-the-fact permits for work completed without proper permits. The process typically requires a licensed contractor to inspect the existing work, prepare permit drawings, submit the application, and schedule inspections. In some cases, corrections must be made to bring the work up to current code before it can pass inspection. AGK Construction & Roofing handles the entire after-the-fact permit process from start to finish — you do not deal with the building department directly at any stage.
Yes. Open permits and code violations attach to the property, not the previous owner. Whether through purchase or inheritance, you are responsible for resolving all existing violations — and the fines that may have been accumulating. This is extremely common in Miami-Dade, where many properties carry violations dating back years or even decades from previous owners. AGK performs a full permit and violation history search for every Miami property as part of the free consultation and resolves all open violations under one licensed contract.
Yes — and this is one of AGK's biggest advantages. We hold five active Florida contractor licenses: Roofing (CCC-1335099), General Contractor (CGC-1534839), Plumbing (CFC-1434412), Glass & Glazing (SCC-131153361), and Mechanical (CMC-1251836). This means we can resolve a roofing violation, a plumbing violation, a window violation, and an HVAC mechanical violation on the same property under one contract and one coordinated permit process — without you needing to hire and manage four separate licensed contractors.
Yes — and this applies to every property in the City of Miami without exception. Miami is entirely within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ). All roofing systems, impact windows, and exterior doors installed in Miami must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) with HVHZ product approval. Using standard Florida-approved products that lack HVHZ designation is itself a code violation in Miami and will fail building department inspection. AGK installs only HVHZ and NOA-approved materials on every Miami project and verifies all product approvals before any work begins.
The timeline depends on the type and complexity of the violation. Simple violations involving minor repairs can sometimes be resolved in a few weeks. More complex violations requiring permit applications, plan review, construction work, and final inspections typically take 4 to 8 weeks or longer depending on the City of Miami Building Department's review schedule. AGK stays in direct contact with the building department throughout the process and uses our relationships with city reviewers to minimize delays. We also begin filing permits immediately after the free inspection to stop fines accumulating while the process runs.
The cost depends entirely on the type, age, and scope of the violation — the repairs needed, whether engineer drawings are required, how many permits must be filed, and how long the violation has been open. AGK offers completely free on-site inspections and violation reviews — so you know exactly what is required and what it will cost before making any commitment. Call (954) 807-3455 or book online to schedule your free Miami violation inspection today.

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Code Violation Repair Services in Miami

Roofing Violations

Unpermitted roof work, failed inspections, after-the-fact permits

General Construction

Any unpermitted work, open permits, lien resolution

Structural Violations

Unpermitted additions, structural modifications

Window & Door Violations

Impact window permits, non-compliant installations

Plumbing Violations

Unpermitted plumbing work, inspection failures

Emergency Violations

Stop-work orders, daily fines, urgent compliance

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AGK Construction & Roofing provides roof repair, roof replacement, code violation repair, impact windows, plumbing corrections and structural work for residential and commercial properties across South Florida.

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