Short answer: Elevators inside City of Miami limits are certified by the City of Miami Building Department's Elevator Division, not Miami-Dade County. Reports need wet signatures from the inspector, owner and mechanic and are emailed with the periodic test form. IEI coordinates every signature, files the report and follows up on your certificate.
Who certifies elevators in Miami?
| Authority having jurisdiction | City of Miami Building Department, Elevator Division |
|---|---|
| Coverage | Properties inside City of Miami limits only. A "Miami" mailing address is not enough; confirm the property is within city limits. |
| Certificate cycle | Annual certificate. The City mails an invoice with a customer number; pay within 90 days to avoid late fees. |
| How reports are filed | The City of Miami Elevator Inspection Report and the matching periodic test form (traction, hydraulic or escalator) are emailed together to the Elevator Division. Wet (hand) signatures are required from the inspector, the owner or authorized representative and the mechanic. |
What to know in Miami
- Scanned or typed signatures are not accepted on City of Miami reports.
- Keep the account mailing address current; notices and certificates are mailed.
- Category 5 tests are required every five years for traction elevators.
Source: City of Miami: obtain an annual elevator certificate. Reviewed 2026-11-03; confirm fees and current requirements with the AHJ.
Our services in Miami
- Annual Elevator Inspections (Category 1)
- Category 5 (Five-Year) Test Witnessing
- Category 3 Hydraulic Elevator Tests
- Escalator and Moving Walk Inspections
- Wheelchair Lift and Platform Lift Inspections
- Re-Inspections and Violation Call-Backs
- Certificate of Operation Renewal and AHJ Coordination
- Maintenance, modernization and compliance consulting
Frequently asked questions
Is my Miami building under the City of Miami or Miami-Dade County?
It depends on whether the property is inside City of Miami limits. Many addresses with a "Miami" mailing city are in unincorporated Miami-Dade or another municipality. We confirm the correct AHJ for every property.
Can IEI handle inspections across all of our Miami buildings?
Yes. We keep one certificate calendar per property and per unit, schedule each inspection at least 60 days before expiration, and handle the AHJ filing for every building.