COVID-19

(Thursday, May 6, 2021) – Effective immediately, the City of Sunny Isles Beach is no longer enforcing COVID-19 guidelines on private property. As stated in the Governor’s Executive Order 21-102, we cannot enforce any previous guidelines and restrictions for local businesses. However, we still encourage and expect all businesses to continue being conscientious in their practices and following CDC guidelines …

By George “Bud” Scholl, Mayor (Monday, May 3, 2021) – The coronavirus remains a threat to our community, however the vaccine is promising a turn of events as we move toward the summer season. Though we are far from out of the woods yet, as bad as we may think we have it here, the rest of the world is …

By George “Bud” Scholl, Mayor (Thursday, April 1, 2021) – With the State of Florida expanding eligibility for the coronavirus vaccination, we are working toward reaching a fully vaccinated community. But the risk of COVID-19 is still present. As the coronavirus spreads over time, it is more susceptible to mutation, which is how we are seeing new variants arise around …

The City of Sunny Isles Beach continues to monitor the coronavirus through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) and the Miami-Dade County Office of Emergency Management. We urge our community to continue taking key steps to prevent the spread of COVID19. Get vaccinated, get the booster, get tested if you’ve been exposed or …

By Mayor George “Bud” Scholl (Friday, June 26, 2020) – Coronavirus cases are rising at an alarming rate in Florida. It’s been nearly four months since our lives were first disrupted by COVID-19, and the virus is stronger than ever in our community. We all must do our part to keep our city and community safe. Most businesses have reopened …

By Mayor George “Bud” Scholl (Monday, May 25, 2020) Residents of Sunny Isles Beach, Good news! I am pleased to report that progress is being made to achieve a June 1 opening of our beaches and pools. A lot of work has been put in to prepare for the beaches throughout Miami-Dade County to reopen. There have been several calls …

By Mayor George “Bud” Scholl (Friday, May 15, 2020) – A new month moves us one step closer to what has been dubbed our ‘new normal.’ We have been trying to find a routine and adjust to our temporary new way of living. Social distancing is no longer a choice; it is the key to defeating the coronavirus. As the …

A Message from Sunny Isles Beach Mayor, George “Bud” Scholl (Friday, May 1, 2020) – I want to thank all of the residents who have reached out and let me know of your perspectives and desires regarding the relaxation of some of the current restrictions within our city. As you all know, my family and I are also residents of the City, so we too feel the …

By George “Bud” Scholl, Mayor  (April 10, 2020) – It is during the most trying of times when the strength of our community is tested. I want to thank our residents who are staying home and putting our community first, our local businesses for adhering to City, Miami-Dade County and State of Florida orders, and our City staff for responding …

Building, Code Compliance, and Planning & Zoning Our Building, Code Compliance and Planning & Zoning Departments are now serving walk-in customers. Appointments are also available and welcome. Please book your appointment online at the links below, or call the following departments during their regular business hours.  Building Permits New Construction Permits Business Licensing Code Enforcement Parking Enforcement Short-Term Vacation Rental Licenses Zoning …