Understanding flood risk is important for Miami Beach as a coastal barrier island.
FEMA Elevation Certificate and Floodproofing Certificate
Elevation Certificates submitted for review dated November 1, 2023 or after must use the new form; New FEMA Elevation Certificate. If the file does not open properly, please follow these instructions to make Adobe Reader your default PDF viewer: Adobe PDF Viewer
Also, the new Dry Floodproofing Certificate for Non-Residential Structures must be used as of November 1, 2023 as well.
FEMA is updating Flood Maps
These map changes may result in changes in the flood zone and base flood elevation for property owners. FEMA is in the post-processing stage of updating these maps and they are not yet effective.
FEMA’s detailed digital flood hazard maps reflect current flood risks for Miami Beach.
View the current Flood Zone Maps using Miami-Dade County’s interactive web tool. Make sure to click the “Preliminary Flood Zones” tab on the top corner of the page to access them.
Property owners are encouraged to review the map changes through the resources included below:
See a discrepancy?
Members of the community have opportunities to submit evidence on why they believe their property has been improperly mapped. Consider submitting an appeal, comment, and/or Letter of Map Change (LOMC).
Need Help?
Make an appointment with the City’s Floodplain Manager. Appointments may be made through the Building Department’s Online Appointment System
Call the City’s Floodplain Manager at 305.673.7610
For more information on flood risk and flood insurance:
Flood Awareness on Miami Beach
This website and the Flood Awareness Guide were created to be your source to help reduce flood risk in Miami Beach. These resources provide knowledge and information for our coastal community to plan, prepare, act and adapt to reduce current and future flood risk. Learn more about Miami Beach's 2022 Program for Public Information (PPI) and Resilience Strategies.
The following fact sheets were created to provide focused information about flood risk and ways to reduce that risk. They share overall knowledge about the National Flood Insurance Program as well as important tips for target audiences like renters and prospective property owners. The fact sheets are continuously being reviewed to include the most recent flood awareness information.
Are you interested in resilient construction?
Are you interested in purchasing property on Miami Beach?
What to do before, during, and after a flood.
Keep it Clean! Storm drains lead to Biscayne Bay.
Do you live in a 2-4 unit building in Miami Beach?
Are you a business owner in Miami Beach?
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