City of Coral Gables Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs Question Departments How do I register for camps, special events, classes, and programs? Parks & Recreation What are registration requirements for minors? Parks & Recreation Refund policy on Program/Camp/Activity Registrations Parks & Recreation Refund policy for memberships Parks & Recreation Transfers Parks & Recreation Americans with Disabilities Act Parks & Recreation Video and Photo Policy Parks & Recreation Facility Closures Parks & Recreation Code of Conduct Parks & Recreation What can I use as proof of residency of Coral Gables? Parks & Recreation Do you offer toddler seating services? Parks & Recreation How do I use the on-line registration? Parks & Recreation Can I pay by phone? Parks & Recreation Can my child miss the evaluations and show up for the first practice? Parks & Recreation Where can I find the practice schedules and game schedules on the webpage? Parks & Recreation Where is the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center located? Parks & Recreation Is the center open everyday? Parks & Recreation Do I have to be a member of the University Baptist Church? Parks & Recreation Do you have to be a member of the War Memorial Youth Center to participate in the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center? Parks & Recreation Is there a membership fee for the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center? Parks & Recreation What types of programs are there for seniors? Parks & Recreation Who can participate? Parks & Recreation Is there transportation to/from the UBC (or Senior Activity Center)? Parks & Recreation Are there any social services? Parks & Recreation I am in a wheelchair, can I still attend trips? Parks & Recreation Can I volunteer? Parks & Recreation Are there any meals available at the center? Parks & Recreation What is historic preservation? Historical Resources What does the historic preservation program in Coral Gables consist of? Historical Resources What is historic designation? Historical Resources What makes a property or district significant? Historical Resources Who may enact a historic landmark designation? Historical Resources What are the benefits of local historic designation? Historical Resources What restrictions will apply if my property is designated? Historical Resources Doesn’t historic designation complicate and delay the issuance of building permits for my property, and make the process more costly? Historical Resources Will historic designation prevent me from making repairs or changes to my home that I wish to make? Historical Resources Does local historic landmark designation increase the amount of assessed property taxes? Historical Resources Are there any local “tax breaks” given when a property is locally designated? Historical Resources Does local historic landmark designation enhance the value of the property? Historical Resources How long does designation last? Historical Resources Painting Permit, General Information Building & Zoning Property History inquiry, Microfilm Building & Zoning Types of violation, Code Enforcement Building & Zoning Land Use, Zoning Building & Zoning Setback questions, Zoning Building & Zoning Commercial: Recertification of buildings, Recertification Building & Zoning Open permits on property and expired permits, Permits Building & Zoning List of contractors, or whether there are any complaints against a particular constructor, Code Compliance Building & Zoning Commercial: Local Business Tax, Finance Building & Zoning Commercial: Concurrency, Concurrency Building & Zoning Visitors: Maps of the area Building & Zoning Inspectors Building & Zoning Building Official Building & Zoning TCO, CO & Bond Release, Plans Processing Building & Zoning To file a complaint against a contractor, or inquire if there are complaints against a certain contractor, Code Compliance: Building & Zoning Open permits/expired permits on a property, Plans Processing Building & Zoning Certificate of Use, Certificate of Use Building & Zoning Inspections Request, Inspections Building & Zoning Status of Plans, Plans Processing Building & Zoning Structural Engineer, Plans Processing Building & Zoning Board of Architects submittal, Board of Architects Building & Zoning Public Works Permitting/Information, Public Works Dept. Building & Zoning Owner/Builder information, Plans Processing Building & Zoning Cashier, General Information Building & Zoning What hours do you enforce meters? Parking How do I buy a Cash Key? Parking How do I purchase a permit? Parking How do I complain about a citation? Parking What are my requirements to your department when construction is started in a metered area? Parking What are your Parking rates? Parking How many police patrol our neighborhood? Police What can be done to slow down speeding cars? Police What is the crime rate for my area? Police How can I protect myself better? Police How can I secure my vehicle better? Police How can I protect my children better? Police How can I protect myself from various types of fraud? Police How can I better secure my business? Police How can I protect myself from potential terrorist attacks? Police What do I do to handle a bomb threat? Police Where can I get information on various fraud trends? Police How do I protect my employees better? Police Where do I get information about gun safety presentations? Police What are some holiday safety tips for merchants? Police What is the function of the Planning and Zoning Board? Planning Are staff reports and property files available to the public? Planning How much does it cost to file an application? Planning Where can I find the City of Coral Gables Zoning Code? Planning When does the Planning and Zoning Board meet? Planning What is Concurrency? Planning What is a Transportation Concurrency Exception Area (TCEA)? Planning Why were Transportation Concurrency Exception Areas (TCEAs) created? Planning Does the City of Coral Gables have a Transportation Concurrency Exception Area (TCEA)? Planning May I trim the trees on the City right-of-way in front of my home? Public Service What type of tree maintenance will the City provide? Public Service What if my tree develops a problem in between scheduled maintenance cycles? Public Service Will the City "top" or "hatrack" the trees on the City right-of-way? Public Service Do I need a permit to remove or relocate a tree on my own private property? Public Service Can residents trim privately owned trees without a permit? Public Service Will the City plant trees on the right-of-way of my home? Public Service Does the City prohibit the pruning of tree roots from City trees that cross over onto private property? Public Service Will the City resod the City parkway (swale) in front of my home with grass? Public Service Will the City mow the grass in front of my home? Public Service Can the City or its residents cut the roots of trees on the right-of-way? Public Service Can residents landscape the swale area? Public Service Will the City fill up the hole on the swale area that is left by trash removal operations? Public Service May residents enter into a contract with a private contractor for the pruning of City trees? Public Service May I contract for any work on the public right-of-way without a permit? Public Service What are my service days for garbage, trash and recyclable collection? Public Service Where do I put my garbage cans and recycling bins? Public Service What materials are recyclable? Public Service What time do garbage, trash and recycling trucks come by to collect from my home? Public Service Can I get a replacement recycling bin? Public Service Does the City offer two free pickups of trash each year? Public Service Can I put cardboard boxes or other household items on my trash pile at anytime during the week? Public Service When may I place my recycling bin and garbage cans out on the edge of the street for collection? Public Service How do I dispose of appliances and old furniture? Public Service How do I dispose of oil and lead base paints, pesticides, household chemicals, drain and oven cleaners, window cleaners and other toxic materials? Public Service How do I dispose of used tires? Public Service How do I set up a waste collection account for my office building or multifamily residential units? Public Service How does your recycling program work? Public Service I live in a single family home, how do I get my garbage, trash and recycling service started or get an account put in my name? Public Service How do I dispose of moving boxes? Public Service Where can I find information about Coral Gables? Economic Sustainability What are the educational offerings in Coral Gables? Economic Sustainability What is the City doing to revitalize downtown? Economic Sustainability How do the City’s property taxes compare to other cities? Economic Sustainability Where can I find a directory of City Departments? Economic Sustainability When does the Farmers Market start? Economic Sustainability Where can I find demographic information on Coral Gables? Economic Sustainability What are the benefits of doing business in Coral Gables? Economic Sustainability What multinationals are located in Coral Gables? Economic Sustainability Who are the top employers in the City? Economic Sustainability Where can I find relocation information about Coral Gables for new employees? Economic Sustainability How do I get my Drivers License renewed? Automotive Where do I transfer my title and licenses for my vehicle? Automotive Do you service resident vehicles? Automotive Do I need a permit to have my house fumigated? Fire Where is the closest Fire Station and Hydrant to my house, (for insurance)? Fire How do I get a copy of a report? Fire What is your mailing address? Fire Do you give free Blood Pressure Tests? Fire Does it cost anything to be treated by Rescue? Fire Can I have my son’s/daughter’s birthday party at the Fire Station? Fire How do I obtain a Fire Permit for work in Coral Gables? Fire How can we arrange to have a Fire Drill for our building? Fire I have a business in Coral Gables. How can I be sure that I am not inadvertently violating any Fire Safety Codes, and that my customers and employees will be safe in case of fire? Fire Are children allowed to visit the Fire Station? Fire How can large groups, who have over 25 children, learn more about fire fighting and fire safety? Fire Does the Fire Department offer CPR training? Fire Can you recommend an attorney to me? City Attorney Can the City Attorney provide legal advice to a citizen, or handle a legal matter on an individual’s behalf? City Attorney Does the City handle landlord/tenant matters? City Attorney Where is the Coral Gables Branch of the Dade County Court? City Attorney What are the hours of the City Attorney’s Office? City Attorney What do I need to show the City Attorney in order to obtain approval of a covenant? City Attorney If a covenant is a Unity of Title, provide an Opinion of Title? City Attorney What is the fax number of the City Attorney’s Office? City Attorney What is the fax number of the City Clerk’s Office? City Clerk What forms of payment do you accept for passports? City Clerk How do you get an item on the City Commission Agenda? City Manager When is the City Commission Agenda available to the public? City Manager How can I advertise (company, products, nonprofit agency, etc.) on your station? City Manager How can I order a copy of a video program, and what does it cost? City Manager Are you currently recruiting for Firefighters, Police Officers (Certified/Non-Certified)? Human Resources Where are the local Fire Academies located at? Human Resources What are the requirements to become a Coral Gables Police Officer? Human Resources How do I get to the Human Resources Department Office? Human Resources Do you accept resumes or applications via e-mail or fax? Human Resources Other than the Personnel Office, is there anywhere else where someone can find out about current employment opportunities? Human Resources What do I do if I want to apply for another position? Human Resources How can I find out the status of my application? Human Resources Can I submit an application for a position that is not currently open? Human Resources What is the City’s current millage rate? Finance Where can I obtain a copy of the City’s Annual Financial Report? Finance Do you have a copy of last year’s budget I can have? Finance I received a notice of a past due alarm bill. Who do I need to speak with? Finance How do I apply for garage sale permit? Finance Can the garage sale permit be paid over the phone or on the internet? Finance Can you give me information on a lien? Finance Where can I pay my waste bill? Is it paid through my taxes? Finance Can I pay the waste bill on-line? Finance Can I have the phone number to Dade County licensing? Finance Can you give me information on trash pickup and recycling? Finance Is this named business licensed? Finance Where can I apply for a Local Business Tax? Finance Where can I get change? Finance Where can I get a parking key? Finance Do I need a permit for a new driveway approach and/or resurfacing of an existing driveway approach? Public Works Can I have a brick paver driveway? Public Works Who do I call for a street light outage? Public Works Who do I call to get a pot hole fixed? Public Works How do I find out when my street will be paved? Public Works How do I get my sidewalk fixed? Public Works My street floods, how do I get it fixed? Public Works How do I get a map of the city? Public Works Can I get copies of aerials? Public Works Can I get copies of plats? Public Works Can I install landscaping in right of way? Public Works My sewer is blocked. What do I do? Public Works Where do I apply for employment? Public Works Can I get bench mark information? Public Works What are the hours of construction in Coral Gables? Public Works How long does it take to get bond money back? Public Works How do I request a public works permit inspection? Public Works What type of inspections do I need? Public Works Will I need a police officer on the site? Public Works Do I have to use colored concrete for sidewalks in the right of way? Public Works How do I locate a sewer lateral? Public Works How do I contact a commissioner? City Commission How do I get on the City's vendors list and register to do business with the City? Procurement How do I register to do business with the City? Procurement When is the City holding an auction? Procurement How can I find out the results a bid? Procurement Which buyer handles a certain commodity or service? Procurement What is the procedure for making product demonstrations and presentations? Procurement How do I get a copy of the City's State tax exempt and Federal ID numbers? Procurement