Licensed Architect in Kendall, FL
Residential, Multi-Family & Commercial — Home Additions, ADUs, New Construction, and Legalizations
Permit-ready architectural plans for Kendall's established suburban neighborhoods and active residential development market. We navigate Miami-Dade County unincorporated zoning regulations, ADU and accessory structure requirements, FEMA flood zone compliance, HVHZ building standards, and county permit approvals. We help Kendall homeowners, investors, and developers build confidently in one of Miami-Dade's largest and most family-driven residential markets.
En IAD Miami ofrecemos servicios completos de arquitectura en español para propietarios, inversionistas y empresas en Kendall y el sur de Miami-Dade. Desde estudios de factibilidad, diseño de adiciones al hogar y unidades de vivienda accesoria, hasta gestión de planos y revisiones para sacar permisos, y aprobaciones municipales ante el Miami-Dade County Building Department — siempre trabajas directamente con nuestro arquitecto licenciado, sin intermediarios y sin barreras de comunicación.
25 +
Years Experience
3,300 +
Dwelling Units Built
100 +
Projects Completed
2
State Licenses (FL + NY)
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Kendall Building Permits, Zoning, ADUs & Miami-Dade Building Requirements
Unlike Coral Gables or Hialeah, Kendall is primarily located in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, meaning building permits, plan reviews, inspections, and Certificates of Occupancy are processed through Miami-Dade County's Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER), typically identified by folio numbers beginning with "30." Understanding the county permitting process is essential, especially after Miami-Dade's updated permit fee schedule took effect on October 1, 2025.
Kendall's housing stock ranges from 1970s ranch homes to newer suburban developments, creating unique code-compliance challenges for renovations, home additions, and new construction. Combined with growing demand for ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units), multigenerational housing, flood zone considerations, and evolving zoning regulations, successful projects in Kendall require careful planning and code analysis before construction begins.
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Kendall Building Permits Are Issued by Miami-Dade County. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that Kendall is not an incorporated city. Most properties fall within unincorporated Miami-Dade County, which means building permits, plan reviews, inspections, and Certificates of Occupancy are handled by Miami-Dade County's Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER), not a local city building department. This distinction affects permit requirements, review timelines, and project approvals for home additions, renovations, ADUs, and new construction. IAD Miami prepares permit-ready architectural plans and manages the entire city submission process, including document preparation, reviewer responses, and tracking through final approval. Once approved, homeowners can then pull all required permits to begin the construction phase.
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Kendall ADU, Garage Conversion & Guest House Requirements. With larger residential lots and increasing demand for multigenerational housing, Kendall has become one of Miami-Dade's most active markets for ADUs, in-law suites, garage conversions, and detached guest houses. These projects must comply with Miami-Dade zoning regulations, setback requirements, parking standards, and lot restrictions. Recent changes to Florida's ADU laws have also created new opportunities for homeowners. IAD Miami performs a complete zoning and buildability review before design begins, helping clients understand exactly what can be built on their property.
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Kendall Home Renovation & Code Compliance Challenges. Many Kendall homes were built between the 1970s and 1990s, before current Florida Building Code, energy efficiency, and hurricane-resistance standards were adopted. As a result, home renovations and additions often trigger code-compliance reviews that may require structural upgrades, electrical improvements, or updated impact-resistant windows and doors. IAD Miami evaluates existing conditions early in the planning process so homeowners understand potential requirements, project scope, and budget before construction begins.
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Kendall Flood Zone & Hurricane Building Code Requirements. Many Kendall properties are subject to FEMA flood zone regulations and all properties must comply with Miami-Dade's High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements. New
construction, home additions, and substantial renovations may require floodplain compliance, finished-floor elevation verification, and hurricane-resistant building components. Every project designed by IAD Miami is developed to meet current Miami-Dade building codes, flood zone regulations, and HVHZ standards, helping streamline permit reviews and reduce costly revisions during construction.
WHAT WE DO IN KENDALL
Architecture Services for Kendall
New Construction
in Kendall
Home Additions
& Remodels in
Kendall
Legalizations
for Kendall Properties
Custom homes and multi-family buildings designed to meet Kendall's architectural standards and permit requirements.
Expand or transform your existing Kendall property with single-room additions, full interior reconfigurations, or adding an outbuilding or detached structure.
Unpermitted work is quite common in Kendall. We assess violations, develop code-compliant plans, and get your property right with the city.
Feasibility Studies for Kendall Lots
Commercial Design
in Kendall
Construction Administration for Kendall Projects
Before you buy or build, we analyze zoning, setbacks, and what's actually allowable on a Kendall property so you can invest with confidence.
Retail, office, and mixed-use spaces throughout Kendall that are practical, code-compliant, and ready for business from day one.
We stay involved through the entire construction process via site visits, contractor coordination, and ensuring the final build matches the client's approved design.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE US
What Makes IAD Miami Different
You talk to the architect, not a middleman. Our Principal Architect is your point of contact from start to finish — not an account manager or junior designer.
Permit-ready from day one. We don't just sketch pretty drawings. Every plan set is built for approval: accurate, code-compliant, and constructable.
Bilingual service in English and Spanish. Our entire team communicates fluently in both languages — no details get lost in translation.
25+ years in Miami-Dade. We know the local building departments, the local codes, and the local quirks because we've been working here for decades.
No surprises. We tell you upfront what your project will cost, how long it will take, and exactly what we will and won't handle.
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