Important Message
- The Consumer Protection offices have moved to the Permitting and Inspection Center (PIC), located at 11805 SW 26th Street, Miami, FL 33175, offering the same services.
Consumer Protection
If you worked in Miami-Dade County and were not paid, you can receive assistance in making your claim.
Miami-Dade County conducts free sessions on how to file small claims.
Filing a declaration of domestic partnership allows for visitation rights at health care, correctional and juvenile facilities among registered couples.
Miami-Dade County prohibits businesses or entities offering retail goods and services to refuse cash as a form of payment for sales.
The Unlawful Immigration Services Ordinance requires Notary Publics to adhere to specific advertising criteria to lower the risk of confusion and potential for fraud affecting those seeking immigration assistance.
Condominium associations, cooperative associations and homeowners’ associations must register annually and provide an easily accessible and centralized registry of documents.
Consumer Laws and Tips
County, state and federal regulations exist to prevent businesses from engaging in fraud or specified unfair practices.
Read about laws and tipsConsumer Protection Business Licenses
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Certain types of businesses are regulated in Miami-Dade County. Get the documents and payment information needed to apply.
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Effective Aug. 1, the Consumer Protection office will merge with the Neighborhood Code Compliance Division to form the Consumer and Neighborhood Protection Division, offering the same services.
The Office of Historic Preservation is conducting a Goulds Heritage Survey to uplift the voice of the community by recognizing the places, events and people that have shaped the Goulds community and are reflective of its diverse heritage and historic significance.
If you are buying or selling a residential property in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, learn about required disclosures and use our online services to help you find permitting and code compliance information for properties.
Fight Fraud
Learn about ways to report types of fraud to county and federal agencies.
As we purchase more items online, read about many ways to ensure a safe transaction.
Get tips to avoid becoming a mortgage fraud victim, and resources if you do become a victim.
Get tips on who to trust and what to watch out for when making transactions.
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