MIAMI — Nu Stadium has received a temporary certificate of occupancy ahead of this weekend’s Inter Miami match, city officials confirmed Friday, allowing the venue to move forward without relying on a limited-event permit.
The certificate comes before Saturday’s game between Inter Miami CF and the New York Red Bulls.
The stadium previously operated under a “limited-event permit” during its inaugural match, a measure that allowed the event to proceed with specific restrictions and additional safety precautions.
City officials said last week they were working to issue the temporary certificate in time for the stadium’s debut, noting the limited-event permit would serve as a backup if approvals were not finalized. They added that the procedure is “a recourse often used in these situations.”
Nu Stadium officially opened after years of anticipation as Inter Miami hosted Austin FC, drawing more than 20,000 fans. Despite the milestone, construction remains ongoing around the site.
Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas acknowledged ahead of the opener that work outside the stadium was still in progress.
“Outside of the stadium it’s a construction site as we prepare construction, but I think it’ll be a beautiful walk up,” he said.
He added that the overall fan experience is expected to improve in the coming weeks as construction continues and operations are further refined.
Inter Miami is seeking its first win at Nu Stadium after a 2-2 draw against Austin FC. The match against the New York Red Bulls is set for 7:30 p.m.
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