Settlement Request for Lien Reduction

Code Compliance lien settlements are provided based on information available at the time the lien settlement research is completed. The requesting party is responsible for verifying that the information provided herein remains accurate. The lien settlement letter is not intended as a substitute for information that may be in public records. The requesting party assumes all responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the property description provided to the City.

For cases in compliance with the City’s Code, the City will review your request for a lien settlement amount.

Due to the large volume of code enforcement lien settlement requests the City receives, settlements take approximately 2-4 weeks to complete. Therefore, it is advised that you make your request within a reasonable time, if you are selling the property.

Things to Consider

• Case must be in compliance, before a settlement can be considered.
• When submitting an application, complete the entire form.
• Settlement request can take up the 30 business days to receive a response.
• Once an offer has been made you will have 10 business days to pay the settlement fee.

Payment Instructions

Methods of Payment

• Credit Card / Debit Card: Payment can only be made at our office.
• Cashier’s Check: Payment can be made in our office or by mail (payable to The City of Sunny Isles Beach).
• Money Order: Payment can be made in our office or by (payable to The City of Sunny Isles Beach).
• Trust Check: Payment can be made in our office or by (payable to The City of Sunny Isles Beach; additional 10 business day check hold for verification of funds)

Pay In-person or by Mail