Landscape Ordinance (New Construction)

The City of Miami Commission adopted the City's first Landscape Ordinance on October 22, 2009. Consequently, the Landscape Ordinance was incorporated into the Miami 21 Code as Article 9. The new ordinance establishes minimum landscape requirements for new development within City boundaries. Complete information on the applicability and requirements can be found in the ordinance provided below:

The City of Miami Landscape Ordinance

Forms

Refer to the following forms as required by the Landscape Ordinance:

• Landscape Legend
• Professional Preparer's Statement of Landscape Compliance
• Professional Preparer's Certification of Compliance at Time of Final Inspection
• Owner/Builder Certification of Compliance at Time of Final Inspection

Useful Links

• Miami-Dade County Landscape Manual
• Florida Friendly Landscaping by the Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Program
• Low Maintenance Landscape Plants for South Florida
• University of Florida Plant List for South Florida