Pembroke Pines Open Data Portal and City Data Access

Technology and Data Florida 4 Minutes Read · published February 21, 2026 Flag of Florida

Pembroke Pines, Florida publishes official datasets and API access so residents, businesses, and researchers can find city bylaws, permits, GIS layers, and public records. This guide explains how to locate datasets in the city open data portal, use the API endpoints, request unpublished records, and contact the responsible offices for technical or legal questions. Follow the steps below to download CSV/GeoJSON, cite datasets, and ensure compliance with any posted terms of use.

Accessing the Open Data Portal

The City maintains a public open data portal with searchable datasets and API endpoints for programmatic access. Use the portal to preview data, copy REST endpoints, and download common formats. For the portal index and dataset search, see the city open data hub[1].

Check dataset update timestamps before reuse.

Data Catalog, Formats, and API Usage

Datasets commonly include permitting records, land use parcels, zoning maps, code enforcement cases, and facility locations. Typical access methods are direct CSV/GeoJSON downloads, and RESTful API queries that accept filters and pagination. The portal documents endpoint URLs and field names for each dataset; API keys are rarely required for public endpoints unless otherwise noted on a dataset page.

  • Common formats: CSV, GeoJSON, JSON.
  • Metadata includes update frequency, field descriptions, and licensing notes.
  • Use REST parameters for filtering (where, limit, offset) and geometry queries for spatial datasets.

How to Request New or Updated Data

If a needed dataset is not available, request it through the city request channels identified on the portal or via the City Clerk/public records process. When requesting, specify dataset name, desired fields, format, purpose, and preferred delivery method.

Provide clear field lists to speed fulfillment of a data request.

Penalties & Enforcement

Use and redistribution of datasets may be governed by posted terms of use or municipal ordinance. Specific monetary penalties and escalating fines for misuse or for violating city rules related to records or code enforcement are not consistently published on the data portal or dataset pages; where specific enforcement or penalty amounts appear in the municipal code or dataset terms they are cited below.[2]

  • Fine amounts: not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation: first, repeat, or continuing offence ranges are not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: may include orders to cease reuse, takedown directives, or referral to code enforcement or court; specifics not specified on the cited page.
  • Enforcer: Code Compliance or City Attorney as directed by city ordinance; inspection and complaint pathways are via Code Compliance or City Clerk public records channels.
  • Appeals/review: administrative hearings or statutory appeals may apply; time limits are not specified on the cited page.
If a dataset includes personal data, follow applicable privacy and public records rules.

Applications & Forms

Public records requests or formal data requests are typically handled by the City Clerk. A specific open-data request form is not published on the portal dataset pages; see the City Clerk or public records page for forms or submission instructions.

Common Violations and Typical Responses

  • Unauthorized republishing of restricted data — response: takedown request or legal referral (penalty details not specified on the cited page).
  • Failure to comply with data use terms — response: removal of access or administrative action (amounts not specified).
  • Misidentifying official records — response: correction notices and potential records-request follow-up.

How-To

  1. Find the dataset in the portal and open its item page to view the API endpoint.
  2. Review the dataset metadata for field names, update frequency, and licensing notes.
  3. Construct a REST query using the dataset's base URL and parameters (where, limit, offset) to filter results.
  4. Download results as CSV or GeoJSON for offline analysis, or use the JSON response for programmatic workflows.
  5. If the dataset is missing fields, submit a data request to the City Clerk with exact field and format requirements.

FAQ

How do I get API access to Pembroke Pines datasets?
Browse the open data portal to find a dataset and copy its REST endpoint; most public datasets do not require an API key. For restricted datasets, contact the City Clerk or dataset steward.
Where can I find the city bylaws and code sections referenced in datasets?
The municipal code is published by the city's code publisher; search the code for ordinance sections cited in dataset metadata for exact text and penalties.[2]
How do I request an unpublished dataset or additional fields?
Submit a public records or data request specifying the dataset, fields, purpose, and preferred format; the City Clerk processes requests and will advise on fees or exemptions.

Key Takeaways

  • Use the portal to preview datasets, get endpoints, and download common formats.
  • Direct data requests and public records requests go to the City Clerk or the department listed on the dataset item page.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Pembroke Pines Open Data Portal
  2. [2] City of Pembroke Pines Code of Ordinances (Municode)

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