Environmental Regulations

In order to protect, preserve and manage Florida’s valuable environmental resources, regulations are set by the federal, state, county, and city governments. These regulations serve to minimize harmful impacts to the environment during human activities. In Miami Beach, some of the most common activities are new construction, renovations, demolitions, and the operation of commercial facilities such as restaurants and waste handling stations.

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Resilience
Strategy

Read the city’s action plans that outline projects and initiatives specifically tailored to Miami Beach’s strengths and vulnerabilities.

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Plastic Free
Miami Beach

It takes over 100 years for plastic to disintegrate. Learn why and how we're combating single-use plastic.

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Climate
Adaption

Miami Beach is strengthening its ability to adjust to different and fluctuating conditions

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Innovative
Studies

The innovative studies focus on and gather in depth information about Miami Beach's efforts to remain resilient.

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Biscayne
Bay

Learn about city's efforts to maintain and protect the pristine conditions of our waterways.

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