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

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Turn Your South Miami Heights Address Into a Working Home

Moving into your new South Miami Heights place without the basics?

That's not the best way to commence your new chapter.

Sorting your utilities in South Miami Heights — and really anywhere in Miami-Dade — is much simpler than it looks once you know exactly where to click, request, and confirm.

And lucky you, you're about to know.

Start with your electricity through Florida Power & Light Company (FPL).

If you already have an FPL account, request a service transfer to your new South Miami Heights home, and advise them of your old disconnection date, new activation date, and new complete address — you can do this online in minutes.

Coming from out of state (or out of the country)? Open a new FPL account and provide your Social Security, Driver's License, Tax ID, or Social Insurance number, full service address, and your preferred connection date. 

Expect a minimum deposit of $25 and standard setup charges, whether you're new or transferring.

If your home uses natural gas, availability in South Miami Heights depends on Florida City Gas (FCG).

Once you confirm service for your street, create an account (or update your existing one) and submit your IDs along with your connection date. 

Deposits vary and are tied to the square footage or the same amount as two months of average service, plus a standard connection fee.

After that, it's time to have the water and sewer side ticked off.

Head to the Miami-Dade Water & Sewer Department website to check availability for your new address.

Once you confirm, you can set up an online account and pay the required deposits: $50 for water, $50 for sewer, and a $45 non-refundable connection fee. 

If you're transferring service, settle any outstanding balance, or they won't process the move.

With those done, your South Miami Heights home officially moves on from "just moved in" to fully functioning—literally and figuratively.

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Get Your License in Sync With Your New South Miami Heights Life

Thinking about cruising along Miami-Dade's scenic stretches and zipping through South Miami Heights with ease?

You need a Florida driver's license to make that happen.

Florida requires new residents to secure a state-issued license within 30 days of establishing residency — and driving without one isn't something you want to test. 

Really, the fines and legal headaches aren't worth the "I'll do it later."

If you're moving in from another state or from abroad, head to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) or any nearby licensing office, where you'll apply for your Florida license and present the documents that match your residency category. 

Check the list that applies to you so you can prep your paperwork ahead of time:

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

Fees vary depending on what you're applying for: a standard Class E license or learner's permit runs $48, a commercial Class A license is $75, and a Florida ID card is $25. 

For anything else, consult the state's full fee list here.

If you already have a Florida license, make sure you update your address after moving to South Miami Heights — it's a legal requirement, not a suggestion.

And if you're bringing a driver's license from another U.S. state or a foreign jurisdiction, you should still pass the Vision and Hearing tests.

On the other hand, you may be exempt from the Drug and Alcohol course and the Class E Knowledge exam, depending on your credentials.

Last step: secure Florida insurance and take care of your vehicle registration and title within 10 days of becoming a resident. 

That's how you keep your car fully legal on the road — from your daily South Miami Heights errands to weekend drives across the Sunshine State.

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Register to Vote Before Your First South Miami Heights Election Season 

Are you looking for one of the easiest ways to feel connected to the South Miami Heights community?

Make your voice count at the polls.

If you're a U.S. citizen, of legal voting age, and meet the basic requirements, you can register through the Florida Department of State or the Miami-Dade County Elections Department 

online, by mail, or in person at the Elections Department or any Elections Branch office — whichever is most convenient during your move.

For identification, you need a current, valid photo ID with a signature, such as a Florida driver's license or a U.S. passport—most residents already have one of these on hand, making the approval process smooth and quick.

If you're unsure about acceptable IDs, additional documents, or any special circumstances, click here.

Then, you'll be ready to participate in your first South Miami Heights election — a small but meaningful way to help shape the future of the place you now call home. 

Every vote truly matters.

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Let South Miami Heights Show You How It Lives 

Wondering what your everyday life in South Miami Heights might look like once you've officially moved in?

Well, don't wait until the last moving box before solving the mystery!

We're giving you an early access pass to the BEST of South Miami Heights, so take a moment, set your luggage aside, and let yourself ease into the local vibe.

South Miami Heights has its friendly sidewalks, community gatherings, parks that stay busy from sunrise to sunset, and an easygoing pace that blends suburban calm with Miami's signature spark.

And now that you're joining this corner of Miami-Dade, you'll be steps away from your new favorite activities and go-to spots — an afternoon walk along Black Creek, a weekend at Larry & Penny Thompson Park, a quick stop at Southland Mall, a Zoo Miami visit with friends or family, or discovering local restaurants and bakeries that turn into instant repeat visits.

If you want a deeper look at everything waiting for you in South Miami Heights, check out South Miami Heights, Miami, Florida— EVERYTHING You Want to Know, and get familiar with the neighborhood you'll soon call home.