What fence work do Miami Lakes homes usually need?
Miami Lakes was laid out as a planned community around a chain of lakes, and many homes back right onto the water. That shapes most of the jobs we see:
- Open aluminum fences that keep the lake view.
- Pool barriers in back yards that face the water.
- Matching vinyl privacy fences between neighbors.
- Replacing older fences that no longer meet an association's current style.
Do I need HOA approval?
Very often, yes. Many Miami Lakes neighborhoods have a homeowners' or property owners' association with architectural guidelines on fence material, color and height. Get the association's approval in writing before the permit goes in; Miami-Dade County's own fence checklist lists an HOA approval letter where one applies. Bring the guidelines to the estimate and we will design to them.
Who issues fence permits in Miami Lakes?
The Town of Miami Lakes is its own municipality, separate from Hialeah, with its own building department and zoning rules. Fences there are designed to the same High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements as the rest of Miami-Dade. We check the town's current rules for your address.
What about fences near the water?
Lakefront lots can have easements or setbacks along the bank. An open fence is usually the best choice there, both for the view and because it lets wind through.