Consumer Services

Motor Vehicle Repair

The Consumer Services Department (CSD) regulates motor vehicle repair shops and mechanics in Miami-Dade County.

The Motor Vehicle Repair Ordinance requires that all vehicle repair shops (mechanical, paint and body repair) and mechanics/technicians/apprentices be registered with the Consumer Services Department and that they comply with various regulations. See Motor Vehicle Repair Ordinance

One of these regulations requires the posting of a sign regarding the provision of written estimates. This sign must be in a conspicuous place, must be in English, Spanish and Creole, and must provide the phone number for the CSD Mediation Center.

Shops are required to have specialized equipment to perform repairs. Mechanics must take a test to demonstrate competency and must take 16 hours of continuing education every year. Apprenties must work under the supervision of a certified mechanic.

Note*: To download and fill out a permit and/or license application, visit the permits page and view a listing of permits and licenses separated by division.

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