New in Doral? Start FPL power and Miami-Dade water, get a Florida license within 30 days, license your dog and file for homestead by March 1.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. This page links the official start-service pages and our own guides. Facts come from each utility and agency, linked below.
Doral’s city government handles police, parks, permits, zoning, code enforcement and streets. Miami-Dade County handles water and sewer, garbage pickup, fire rescue, animal services, elections and property taxes, and FPL supplies electricity. Here is what to set up, and where.
Who to call
- City Hall: 305-593-6725; who to call at City Hall
- County services: Miami-Dade 311, or 305-468-5900
- Water and sewer: Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department, 305-665-7477
- Power outages: FPL, 1-800-468-8243
Start your utilities
| Service | Provider | Where to start service |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | Florida Power & Light | FPL start, stop or move |
| Water and sewer | Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department | Start water service online, 305-665-7477 |
| Garbage and recycling | Miami-Dade Solid Waste Management (single-family homes) | Usually already set up; call 311 to confirm the account and cart. See our trash guide |
| Natural gas, if your building has it | Peoples Gas (TECO) for its customers | Start, transfer or stop service |
Water. The county’s start-service page asks for a government photo ID, the service address, your mailing address and proof of ownership or a signed lease. Apply online, by phone or at a service center.
Garbage. A cart should already be at an existing home. If it is not, call 311. Owners of a newly built home call the Residential Billing Unit at 305-594-1630 once they move in. Apartment and condo buildings use private haulers; ask your building.
Internet
Two providers publish service pages for Doral; check your exact address on each:
- Xfinity says it provides internet service in the Doral area: Xfinity in Doral.
- AT&T says it provides home internet in Doral, with fiber “where available”: AT&T internet in Doral.
Driver’s license and car tags
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles’ new resident page says:
- Get a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of establishing residency. Apply in person.
- Buy Florida car insurance from a Florida-licensed agent before you title and register your vehicle; the page says to title and register within 10 days of establishing residency.
- Bring the out-of-state title and a VIN inspection form; if a lender holds your title, ask it to send the title to Florida.
In Miami-Dade the Tax Collector now issues driver licenses and ID cards and handles tags and titles. Book an appointment or see its locations. The closest full offices to Doral are Miami Central, 3721 NW Seventh St., and Hialeah Gardens, 11093 NW 138th St. There is a renewal kiosk at the Publix in Doral Commons, 7520 NW 104th Ave. Phone: 305-375-5448.
Homestead and property taxes
If you bought the home and live in it on Jan. 1, file for the homestead exemption by March 1 with the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County, 305-375-4712. Your garbage fee is billed on the property tax bill. Details: our property tax guide.
Pets
Every dog in Miami-Dade needs a license tag, renewed one year from purchase, under county law, Animal Services says on its home page. Buy or renew a pet tag online, or call 311. Dogs are not allowed in most Doral city parks; see our parks guide for the dog parks.
Schools, voting and permits
- Schools: Miami-Dade County Public Schools; magnet applications for 2027-28 close Jan. 15. Our schools guide.
- Voting: update your address at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov. Our voting guide.
- Renovations: many projects need a city permit. Our building permits guide.
- Power outages: our power outage guide.
- Storm season: know your evacuation zone. Our hurricane prep guide.
Stay informed
Sign up for Doral Alerts, the city’s emergency and road closure notices, and the city’s newsletter. Report potholes and other problems through Doral311.
What this means for you
- First week: FPL, water, internet and Doral Alerts.
- First 30 days: Florida driver’s license; car title and tags as soon as you can.
- By March 1: homestead exemption, if you own.
Related: getting around Doral and Doral population and growth.
Frequently asked questions
Who provides electricity in Doral?
Florida Power & Light (FPL). Start, stop or move service on FPL’s website or app.
How do I start water service in Doral?
Through the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department’s online Self-Service Application, by phone at 305-665-7477 or at a service center. Bring a photo ID and proof of ownership or a signed lease.
How long do I have to get a Florida driver’s license after moving to Doral?
30 days after you establish residency, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles says. In Miami-Dade, the Tax Collector’s office now handles driver licenses and vehicle registration.
Do I need to license my dog in Doral?
Yes. Miami-Dade County requires a license tag for every dog, renewed every year. Animal Services sells tags and handles questions at 311.
When is the homestead exemption deadline in Miami-Dade?
March 1. Apply with the Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County if you own the home and live in it on Jan. 1.
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