Moving to Bay Heights? 7 Things You Need To Do Immediately!

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Welcome Home — Sort Of: Setting Up Your Utilities in Bay Heights

Moving into Bay Heights becomes official the moment you walk through the door.

But getting the lights on, the water flowing, and everything working the way it should is what makes your home livable.

So, if you haven't set up your utilities yet, then this tip is for YOU!

For electricity, visit the Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) website and create a new account or log in to an existing one to request a service connection or transfer.

New customers must provide identification such as a Social Security number, driver's license, state ID, or Tax ID, along with the complete Bay Heights service address and preferred connection date. 

Existing FPL customers, on the other hand, only need to submit the disconnection date for their previous address, the reconnection date, and the complete address of their new Bay Heights home.

That said, both new and existing customers may be required to pay a minimum deposit of $25 and any applicable setup fees before service activation.

If your home uses natural gas, check availability through providers such as TECO Peoples Gas or Florida City Gas (FCG).

After confirming service availability, new customers must submit the required identification and desired connection date through their online account, while existing customers should provide their previous disconnection date, reconnection date, and updated Bay Heights address. 

Deposits are typically calculated based on the home's size and average usage and may equal twice the estimated monthly bill, apart from a connection fee.

Lastly, confirm water and sewer availability through the Miami-Dade Water & Sewer website, create an online account, and submit a $50 water deposit, a $50 sewer deposit, and a non-refundable $45 connection fee. 

Existing homeowners are also required to settle any outstanding balance before the selected transfer date.

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Crossing State Lines: Getting Your Florida Driver's License

A new address in a new state comes with a few required updates, and getting a Florida driver's license is one of the most important ones.

If you're moving to Bay Heights and already hold a valid Florida driver's license, you'll only need to notify the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) of your address change to receive an updated license.

However, if you're relocating from another state, Florida law requires you to apply for a Florida driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency to legally drive on Florida roads.

Once you've gathered the required documents, visit your nearest FLHSMV office or any local location that offers driver's license services to complete the application process in person.

Applicants who currently hold — or previously held — a driver's license from another U.S. state, country, or jurisdiction may be exempt from Florida's Drug and Alcohol course, the Class E Knowledge exam, and the road test. 

That said, vision and hearing tests are still required for all applicants.

Don't forget to take care of vehicle insurance, titling, and registration as well — Florida requires new residents to title and register their vehicles within 10 days of establishing residency.

For a full list of required documents based on residency status, be sure to review the appropriate category before your appointment:

• U.S Citizen 
• Immigrant 
• Non-Immigrant
• Canadian

The initial Florida Class E license, including a learner's permit, is $48.00, a commercial driver's license (Class A) is $75.00, and an ID Card fee is $25.00.

To review the current schedule of Florida driver's license fees ahead of time and avoid surprises, click here.

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When Your Address Becomes Your VOICE: Voting In and For Bay Heights 

At some point, living in a new place turns into wanting a say in how it grows.

For Bay Heights residents, voting is one of the easiest ways to take part.

If you're eligible and ready to register, Florida allows voters to submit their registration through the Florida Department of State or the Miami-Dade County Elections Department, either online, by mail, or in person at an elections office.

You only need valid identification, such as a Florida driver's license, a U.S. passport, or another current form of ID that includes a photograph and signature.

Once registered, you'll be officially added to the voter rolls and eligible to participate in local, state, and national elections that affect Bay Heights and the surrounding communities.

If you're unsure about acceptable forms of identification, voter eligibility requirements, or registration deadlines, click here and make an informed decision.

Voting is a tiny step with lasting impact — one that connects daily life in Bay Heights to the decisions shaping its future.

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The Bay Heights Reset: Your Life After the Move

What drew you to Bay Heights is only part of the story.

The rest unfolds once you settle in and start living it.

Positioned just minutes from Coconut Grove and Coral Gables, Bay Heights invites you into a lifestyle that blends exclusivity with premium access to culture, food, and waterfront energy.

Start close to home by wandering through nearby Coconut Grove, where shaded streets, independent boutiques, art spaces, and sidewalk cafés set the tone for slow afternoons and unhurried evenings.

For those who unwind by shopping, destinations like CocoWalk and Brickell City Centre sit just a short drive away, offering a mix of world-class retail, open-air strolling, and casual browsing whenever the mood strikes.

As for nature, well, it remains part of everyday life in Bay Heights, with Vizcaya Museum & Gardens just right in your backyard, along with Alice Wainwright Park and David T. Kennedy Park, a quick romp away.

And when the water calls, Biscayne Bay is an extension of Bay Heights, inviting paddleboarding, sailing, or simply time spent near the shoreline.

For more of Bay Heights, read Bay Heights, Miami, Florida - EVERYTHING You Want to Know —  the rest of your life is waiting for you!