Pop Up Venue (In-store) Permits are issued for vacant retail spaces that can be used on a temporary basis to promote and sell products of all types, ranging from food and beverage, clothing, or unique gifts. The Pop Up permit is good for up to 90 days of activation and it takes 14 days to process with complete application inclusive of all required documents. The cost of the permit is $286.00. For requests less than 14 days from start date will incur a $286 late fee in which permit issuance is not guaranteed. All permits are subject to review/approval from Code Compliance and the Fire Dept.

1.  Permit Request Link

Click here to access the City of Miami Beach Permitting Portal. You will need to register an account. Once registered, select ‘Apply” and search for ‘Special Events Pop Up’. Follow the proceeding steps.

2. CAD Site Plan

Including the total square footage, all temporary structures with dimensions, pop-up shop layout, shows exists, exit signs, fire extinguishers and temporary occupant load.

3. Schedule/Run of Show

  • Load-in/Load-out Details
  • Operating Hours
  • In-store Events

4. Supporting Documents

  • Lease Agreement
  • Lincoln Road Business Improvement District Letter of Support
  • Indemnity Agreement (attached)

5. Certificates of Insurance

Two certificates are required. One naming the City of Miami Beach as the certificate holder and additional insured and the other for the Lincoln Road Business Improvement District. Examples attached.