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Failed a health inspection in Broward County, Florida?

Broward County restaurants get 10–30 days after a failed inspection to correct violations. Every open violation at re-inspection costs you points or closes the restaurant. Here is everything you need to know, and how to fix it fast.

Broward County at a glance

Florida DBPR — Division of Hotels and Restaurants (Broward region)
Grading systemState DBPR point system — High Priority, Intermediate, and Basic violations
Re-inspection window10–30 days after a failed inspection
Re-inspection fee$100–$200 per re-inspection
Closure riskEmergency suspension for immediate health hazard; callback required within 24 hours

Violation tiers and deadlines

P
Priority (P): Correct high-priority violations before next meal period
Food safety hazards that directly cause illness, including foodborne disease risk, bare-hand contact, and temperature abuse.
PF
Priority Foundation (PF): 30 days for intermediate violations
Procedures and practices that support food safety, including certifications, cooling logs, labeling, and training.
C
Core (C): 60 days for basic violations
Facility and equipment standards, including maintenance, cleaning schedules, and physical condition of the space.

Deadlines are typical for Broward County. Always verify with Florida DBPR — Division of Hotels and Restaurants (Broward region).

Most common violations in Broward County

WHAT THE INSPECTOR CHECKS
01Employee drink cups without lids near food prep
02No proof of food handler training
03Food contact surfaces not properly sanitized
04Refrigerator unit temperature above 41°F
05Improper consumer advisory for undercooked items
06Pesticide use without licensed applicator

What happens at the re-inspection

The inspector returns to recheck every violation from the original report. They will verify that corrective actions were actually taken, not just that the symptom was temporarily fixed.

For Priority violations this means documented evidence: temperature logs showing proper cold-hold since the original inspection, signed employee illness agreements, corrected food handling observed on-site. A corrected temperature reading alone is not enough if the underlying practice has not changed.

Inspectors may also flag new violations they observe during the re-inspection visit. A re-inspection is not limited to the original violation list.

COMMON MISTAKE

Correcting the condition without documenting it. Bring written proof to every re-inspection, even for violations that seem obvious to verify.

Questions about re-inspections in Broward County

How long do I have to fix violations in Broward County?+

Priority violations must be corrected Correct high-priority violations before next meal period. Priority Foundation violations are due 30 days for intermediate violations. Core violations have 60 days for basic violations. Always confirm the exact deadline with Florida DBPR — Division of Hotels and Restaurants (Broward region).

What happens if I fail the re-inspection?+

Broward County may issue additional fines, schedule a second re-inspection, or, for serious ongoing violations, suspend your operating permit. Restaurants with scores indicating an imminent health hazard risk immediate closure.

What is the re-inspection fee in Broward County?+

Re-inspection fees in Broward County are typically $100–$200 per re-inspection. Fees vary by violation count and may increase for repeat failures. Verify current fees with Florida DBPR — Division of Hotels and Restaurants (Broward region).

What documents should I have ready for the re-inspection?+

Bring your Corrective Action Plan showing what was fixed and when, staff training sign-off sheets, temperature logs covering the period since the original inspection, and any invoices for equipment repairs or pest control.

Do I have to close while I fix violations?+

Emergency suspension for immediate health hazard; callback required within 24 hours. For violations that do not trigger an immediate closure, you can typically continue operating while corrections are made, but all Priority violations must be corrected by the deadline or you risk closure at re-inspection.

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This document is for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not guarantee a passing re-inspection score. Deadlines and fees are based on publicly available jurisdiction data and may change. Always verify requirements directly with Florida DBPR — Division of Hotels and Restaurants (Broward region).

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