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Public Works

The Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) develops, coordinates and operates the County transportation networks with the goal of improving ability to create a safer, more resilient, connected and sustainable community for our residents, businesses and visitors.

Permits

This is a one-stop shop for contractors, engineers and planners to submit, pay and track permit applications.

Make sure to have the application number ready.

Use the online application to request a permit inspection of your property. Make sure to have your permit number ready.

Apply for a Block Party Permit for the temporary closing of residential streets for both commercial and non-commercial events.

Find out how to request a memorial marker within Miami-Dade County road right-of-way for arterial and collector roads.

Learn about the requirements prior to the start of any other type of construction.

Find the schedule of fees for construction permits and other related items.

Roadways deemed necessary for the appropriate traffic movement on the County's roadway network.

Maintenance & Development

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The County maintains approximately 5,500 miles of dedicated public roads, approximately 195 vehicular or pedestrian bridges and approximately 168 miles of secondary canals.

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Learn about new reconstruction and improvements to existing roadways, traffic signals, sidewalks and bridges throughout Miami-Dade County.

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The information available in this search has been assembled for the use of Miami-Dade County for the design and development of Public Works projects.

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Review current and revised Standard Details to ensure projects meet requirements in accordance with applicable engineering standards.

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Traffic Management

A new state-of-the-art Advanced Traffic Management System is being installed throughout Miami-Dade County that will better serve motorists, transit users, pedestrians and bicyclists.

Learn about Miami-Dade County's traffic planning, design and operations responsibilities, including for Miami-Dade schools.

The Traffic Signals and Signs Division (TS&S) is responsible for operating and maintaining Miami-Dade County's traffic-related infrastructure.

Search for traffic control signals or devices currently accepted by DTPW for installation in MDC public right-of way, government facilities, and properties open to public travel.

About Us

The Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) develops, coordinates and operates the County transportation networks with the goal of improving ability to create a safer, more resilient, connected and sustainable community for our residents, businesses and visitors.

As part of DTPW's Vision to be the world's best provider of transportation options, the department operates, repairs, and maintains a myriad of public infrastructure assets throughout Miami-Dade County, including:

  • 16 million linear feet of sidewalk in unincorporated Miami-Dade County
  • 3,154 traffic signals - fourth largest network in the country
  • Over 1,250,000 traffic signs
  • Over 3,150 miles of paved roads throughout unincorporated Miami-Dade County
  • 27,668 streetlights
  • Nearly 400 miles of dedicated bicycle lanes and trails for cyclists and pedestrians countywide
  • Over 51,500 drainage structures
  • 199 vehicular bridges including 8 movable bridges and 9 culverts
  • 14 pedestrian bridges
  • More than 209 miles of secondary canals and ditches
  • 18 pump stations 

Residents can report certain neighborhood improvement concerns below by calling 311 or using 311Direct.

Learn more about most common neighborhood concerns.