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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Mayor
Francis X. Suarez
City Commissioners
Alex Diaz de la Portilla - District 1
Sabina Covo - District 2
Joe Carollo - District 3
Manolo Reyes - District 4
Christine King - District 5, Chair
Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board
Mercedes Rodriguez, Board Member (District 1)
Robert William Rodriguez, Board Member (District 1)
Anthony Parrish, Vice Chair (District 2)
Juan Carlos Zapata, Board Member (District 2)
Alex Dominguez, Board Member (District 3)
Paul Mann, Board Member (District 3)
Manuel Vadillo, Board Member (District 4)
Adam J Gersten, Board Member (District 5)
Elon Metoyer, Board Member (District 5)
Chris Collins, Chair (Mayoral Appointee)
Arthur Porosoff, Board Member (Mayoral Alternative)
City Manager's
Arthur Norie.a, City
Nzeribe Ihekwa
Larry M Spring, Chief Finan
Natasha S Colebrook-Wil
Planning Department
Lakisha Hull, Director
Sevanne Steiner, Assistant Director
David Snow, Assistant Director
Erica Lee, Assistant to the Director Planning
Contributing Planning Department Staff
Sue Trone, Chief of Comprehensive Planning
Graham Jones, Chief Urban Design
Vickie Toranzo, Chief Land Development
Olga Zamora, Chief Hearing Boards
Kenneth Kalmis, Interim Preservation Officer
Efren Nunez, Senior Planning Project Manager
Ryan Shedd, Principal Planner
Kathryn Angleton, Planner II
Joshua Gloster, Planner II
Jacqueline Ellis, Planner II
Devon Anderson, GIS Data Specialist
Thomas Smoot -Russell, Special Projects Coordinator/DRI
Marion Knowles, Intern
Florence Murray, Hearing Boards Specialist II
Aleksander Sanchez, Hearing Board Specialist I
Alba de la Paz, Special Projects Coordinator
Matthew Nahrstedt, Planner II
Andrea Sandoval, Planner II
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y Manager
r/Assistant City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Samantha Maldonado, Planner II
Richard Cody Brown, Planner I
Maxwell Utter, Planner II
Code Compliance
Robert Santos-Alborna, Director
Eric Nemons, Assistant Director
Communications
Kenia Fallat, Director
Louis Castillo, Communications Technical Operator
Graphic Services Administration
Jennifer Ramirez, Director
Richard Rios, Print Shop Superintendent
Capital Improvements
Hector Badia, Director
Jorge L. Mora, Assistant Director
Fire Rescue -Emergency Management
Joseph F. Zahralban, Fire Chief
Adrian Plasencia, Assistant Director
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Finance
Erica Paschal, Director
Grants Administration
Lillian Blondet, Director
Dorian Gibson, Special Projects Assistant
Housing & Community Development
George Mensah, Director
Alfredo Duran, Assistant Director
Human Services
David Gilbert, Interim Director
Innovation and Technology Department
Ivette Guzman, Virtual Meeting Host
James Jackson, Information Technology Technician II
Daniel Seijo, Web Developer
Office of Management and Budget
Marie Gouin, Director
Office of Resilience and Sustainability
Sonia Brubaker, Chief Resilience Officer
Alissa Farina, Assistant Chief Resilience Officer
Office of the City Attorney
Victoria Mendez, City Attorney
George K. Wysong, Deputy City Attorney
Amber L. Ketterer, Deputy City Attorney
Office of Zoning
Dan Goldberg, Director/Zoning Administrator
Tamara Allen -Frost, Assistant Director
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Parks and Recreation
Chris Evans, Director
LaCleveia Morley, Assistant Director
Denise Medina, Special Projects Coordinator
Real Estate Asset Management
Andrew Frey, Director
Hans Maichel, Real Estate Manager
Resilience and Public Works
Juvenal Santana, P.E., CFM, Director
Collin Worth, Project Manager
Solid Waste
Wade Sanders, Director
Chiefs of Staff
District 1 — Albert Robert
District 2 — Anthony Balzebre
District 3 — William Ortiz
District 4 — Esteban Ferreiro
District 5 — Yvette Harrell
City Manager's Office — Melissa Fernandez Stiers
City Mayor — Donny Wolfe
Consultant
Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc.
Special Thanks
To all City staff, partners, stakeholders who provided
valuable input —THANK YOU! This plan is a reflection of
your commitment to the City of Miami.
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Contents
Introduction
Future Land Use Element 1-1
Urban Central Business District 1-17
The Downtown Miami Master Plan 1-17
Regional Activity Centers 1-18
Health District Regional Activity Center 1-19
Interpretation of the Future Land Use Map 1-21
Conservation 1-21
Public Parks and Recreation 1-21
Commercial Recreation 1-22
Marine Facilities 1-22
Single Family Residential 1-22
Duplex Residential 1-23
Low Density Multifamily Residential 1-23
Medium Density Multifamily Resid lal 1-24
High Density Multifami sidentia 1-25
Low Density Restricted .•mmer ' 1-25
Medium Density Restric . ercial 1-26
Major Institutional, Pudic Fa Transportation and Utilities 1-26
Restricted Commercial.. 1-26
Central Business District (1-27
General Com -rcial 1-28
Industrial 1-28
Light Industrial 1-29
Correspondence Table — Zoning and Comprehensive Plan 1-30
Housing Element 2-1
Sanitary & Storm Sewers Element 3-1
Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Element 4-1
Potable Water Element 5-1
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Solid Waste Element 6-1
Transportation Element 7-1
Ports, Aviation & Related Facilities Element 8-1
Port of Miami River Sub -Element 8-2
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Element 9-1
Coastal Management Element 10-1
Natural Resource Conservation Element 11-1
Education Element 12-1
Capital Improvements Element 13-1
Intergovernmental Coordination Element 14-1
Property Rights Element 15-1
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INTRODUCTION
More than a century ago, a city sprung up almost overnight. As a result, one of Miami's many
nicknames is the Magic City. Much like her geographical description, Miami's history is colorful,
magnetic, and exotic. Ever -evolving, Miami is surging as a major international port and gateway
for global industries establishing footholds in the U.S. despite the City's relatively young age.
Since the early 2000s, Miami has seen a boom of high-rise architecture, dubbed a "Miami
Manhattanization" wave. This included the construction of many of the tallest buildings in Miami,
with nearly 20 of the City's tallest 25 buildings completed after 2005. This boom transformed the
look of Downtown Miami, which now has one of the largest skylines in the United States, ranked
behind New York City and Chicago. This boom slowed after the 2008 financial crisis.
The City of Miami has been experiencing an impressive economic recovery and expansion
since the middle of the 2010s. According to the Kauffman Foundation, in 2017, the Miami area
ranked first among the largest metro areas in the U.S. for startup activity. This startup
environment is supported by the area's international flavor and Miami's status as the gateway to
Latin America and has drawn an influx of immigrants that generate a mixture of innovative ideas
from different cultures. The continued growth and forward thinking by the communities that
make up the City of Miami aid in it remaining a major international, financial, and cultural center.
Over the next decade, Miami stands ready to embrace the exciting opportunities and challenges
that lie ahead. With beautiful year-round weather few other cities can parallel, a thriving
business climate ripe for international expansion, and a steadfast commitment to climate
resiliency, Miami is well -positioned to attract economic development that continues to spur
population growth.
The update to Miami's Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP), known as Miami:
Envisioning 2035, seeks to build upon the City of Miami's unique history, embrace its culturally
diverse population, and preserve neighborhood vitality while promoting a vibrant urban
metropolitan area that supports multi -modal transportation and mixed -use communities. The
importance of the MCNP lies in its ability to shape positive community change while meeting the
needs of the community to effectively integrate citywide policies and state and regional
initiatives. Through collaboration between City staff and residents, businesses, developers,
design professionals, property owners and city officials, the MCNP lays the foundations for
achieving the community's vision. The four overarching themes of transportation, parks and
recreation, housing, and economy were key topics that helped to receive comments for updating
the goals, policies, and objectives that support enhancements of Transit Oriented Development
(TOD) and Transit Shed areas, the concept of a 15-minute community, expansion and retention
of park land, while supporting resiliency and the protection of established residential
neighborhoods for all residents.
The MCNP is the City's official comprehensive plan for making decisions related to physical
development including land use and housing, parks and open space, and transportation. It sets
forth the City's vision for the future and establishes the goals, objectives, policies, and programs
to realize that vision. The MCNP thus helps the City fulfill its mission to elevate the quality of life
of its residents by improving public safety, housing, mobility, diverse shared spaces that foster
community, and efficient and transparent government.
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DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION PROJECTIONS
The population projections for the City of Miami are comprised of data received from the US
Census and Miami -Dade County. The City of Miami is the anchor of both Miami -Dade County
and the Miami -Fort Lauderdale -Pompano Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). As shown
in the table below, the estimated population in the City of Miami in 2020 was 442,241. The
population is expected to increase by 86,816, or 19.63%, to 529,057 by 2035.
City of Miami Population Projections
2010 Census 2020 Census 2025 Projection 2030 Projection 2035 Projection 2020-2035 Growth
399,457 442,241 466,515 496,370 529,057 19.63%
Sources: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program; Miami -Dade County Minor Statistical Area Population Projections; City of Miami Planning Department
Population of City of Miami's Portion of MSA's
MSA
Decennial Counts
Projections
2010
2020
2025
2030
2035
1.2
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1
1
1
4.1
41,172
39,882
40,341
40,917
41,652
4.2
22,749
24,732
25,551
26,510
27,515
4.6
43,101
44,455
45,898
47,599
49,425
4.7
49,595
69,778
79,338
91,886
107,935
5.1
131,881
132,515
135,595
139,059
142,257
5.2
70,629
87,251
95,025
104,384
113,175
5.3
40,316
43,627
44,766
46,014
47,097
Total
399,457 442,241 466,515 496,370 529,057
5.4
2-4
4.2
Miami -Dade County tracks historic and projects future population across the county
using their Minor Statistical Areas (MSA's). The City of Miami falls within eight MSA's.
Census Blocks were used to determine the proportion of the City of Miami's population
within each Minor Statistical Area. The percentages of City of Miami population within
each MSA for 2020 were then applied to the MSA projections for 2025, 2030, and 2035.
The table on the map shows only the City of Miami's population counts and projections.
City of Miami
Minor Statistical Areas (MSA)
Highways
0 0.5 1 MilesH
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Population Growth Patterns: 2010 and 2020
Between 2010 and 2020, population growth and housing changes occurred throughout the City
of Miami. The heat map below shows the population growth during that period. The 2020 map
shows a higher concentration of population within the greater downtown area bounded by 1-195
(north), 1-95 (west), Biscayne Bay (east), and the Rickenbacker Causeway (south).
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Sources: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
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2010
Population
More People
Fewer People
MetrorailStatlons
Metrarail
City Boundary
2020
0 1 2 4 Miles
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Miami's Population Growth by Race/Ethnicity,
Generational Groups, and Sex
Between 2010 - 2020, the median age slightly changed while housing
units and number of households increased by 15.3% and 18.36%,
respectively, in the City of Miami. The population change by generation
decreased for all birth ranges from 1901 — 1980. The Millennial
Generation is the predominant generation in 2020, with a 39.50%
increase in the City, leading the County, State and US in the highest
percentage of Millennials in 2020. The population growth for the past
two decades averaged 10%.
The median age in the City of Miami in 2020 is 39.7, which means that
the City has residents that are predominately in the Millennial
Generation group (1981-1996). The next two pages show the
comparison of age by sex and the population change by generation for
2010 and 2020.
Population Growth by Decade
10.2%
11111
1.1%
1990- 2000- 2010-
2000 2010
10.7%
•
2020
Source: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
City of Miami Population & Housing Changes, 2010-2020
Data Point
Population
Median Age
Housing Units
Households
Average Household Size
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Vacant Housing Units
2010 2020 2010-2020
399,457 442,241 10.71
38.5 39.7 3.12%
183,994 212,146 15.30%
158,317 187,379 18.36%
2.45 2.30 -6.12%
51,186 53,107 3.75%
107,131 134,272 25.33%
25,677 24,767 -3.54%
Source: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
City of Miami Race & Origin Changes, 2010-2020
Race
White
Black
American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
Some Other Race
Two or More Races
Hispanic or Latino Origin
Not Hispanic or Latino
Hispanic or Latino
Source: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
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2010 2020
289,920 133,690
76,880 57,254
1,195 1,890
3,953 6,145
85 90
16,684 63,383
10,740 179,789
120,001 131,769
279,456 310,472
2010-2020
- 53.89%
- 25.53%
58.16%
55.45%
5.88%
279.90%
1574.01%
9.81%
11.10%
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85+
80 to 84
75 to 79
70 to 74
65 to 69
60 to 64
55 to 59
50 to 54
45 to 49
40 to 44
35 to 39
30 to 34
25 to 29
20 to 24
15 to 19
10 to 14
5 to 9
0 to 4
5%
City of Miami Age by Sex, 2010
4% 3% 2% 1% 0% 1%
+Male ■ Fenn ale
2%
3%
4%
5%
85+
80 to 94
75to79
70 to 74
6
55 to 59
50 to 54
45 to 49
40to44
35to39
30 to 34
25 to 29
20 to 24
15 to 19
10 to 14
5 to 9
0 to 4
5%
City of Miami Age by Sex, 2020
4% 3% 2% 1% 0% 1% 2% 3% 4% 5%
❑Male ■Female
Source: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
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City of Miami Population Change by Generation, 2010-2020
Generation Birth Ranges 2010 Population 2020 Population 2010-2020
Greatest Generation 1901-1927 12,678 1,922-84.84%
Silent Generation 1928-1945 51,309 33,244 -35.21%
Baby Boomers 1946-1964 92,896 87,477 -5.83%
Generation X 1965-1980 97,758 96,936 -0.84%
Millennials (Gen Y) 1981-1996 87,213 121,658 39.50%
Generation Z 1997-2012 57,603 67,969 18.00%
Generation Alpha 2013-Present 0 33,035 NIA*
Total 399,457 442,241 10.71%
`Growth rates cannot be calculated when starting value is 0
Sources: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program; Pew Research Center; City of Miami Planning Department
Comparison of Miami's Socio-Demographics
Regarding ethnic composition, based on US Census data, over 70% of the population in the
City of Miami identifies as Hispanic or Latin Origin. The City has a larger Hispanic or Latino
Origin population than Miami -Dade County (2%+ more in Miami), the state of Florida (43%+
more in Miami) and the US (52%+ more in Miami). On the next page, the comparison by
generations are provided, with the City of Miami leading with a larger percentage of Millennials
than the County, State or US.
Hispanic or Latino Origin Comparison, 2020
Miami
Miami -Dade County
Florida
26.45%
70.20%
68.73%
United States 18.73%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Source: US Decennial Census Program
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Miami -Dade
County
United States
9.17%
Comparison of Generations, 2020
21.03%
19.56%
21.41%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
•Gen Alpha Gen Z Millennials Gen X •Baby Boomers Greatest & Silent
Source: US Decennial Census Program
Travel to Work & Housing Tenure
Approximately 70% of the people living in Miami rent the homes in which they live. For those
Miamians participating in the workforce, approximately 66% of them drive alone in an
automobile to work. The remaining 34% travel to work by other means —including 4% who work
from home.
Means of Transportation to Work
Car, truck, or van - drove alone
66%
Car, truck, or van - carpooled
1 0%
Public transportation
8% il
7%
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Walked A.
Taxicab, motorcycle, i4
bicycle, or tither
5%
Worked from home
4% +*`�`
Source: US Decennial Census Program
Housing Tenure
Owner Occupied
Renter Occupied
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FUTURE
LAND USE
MIAMI
COMPREHENSIVE
NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
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Future Land Use Element
Goal LU-1: Maintain a land use pattern that (1) protects and enhances the quality of life in
the City's Miami's distinct neighborhoods and diverse communities; (2) fosters
redevelopment and revitalization of blighted or declining areas; (3) promotes and
facilitates economic development and the growth of job opportunities in the city; (4)
fosters promotes the growth and development of downtown as a regional center of
.;Est+s—and—iTterationalT.al commercesulture and entertainment and transit -oriented
development (TOD) areas as centers of domestic and international business, commerce,
culture, and entertainment with a range of housing opportunities and choices; (5)
promotes supports the efficient use of land and minimizes lemur cd use conflicts while
protecting and preserving residential sections within neighborhoods encourages compact
design while protecting and enhancing residential areas within neighborhoods; (6)
promotes walkable neighborhoods and integration with a variety of transportation
choices; (7) protects and conserves the city's significant natural and coastal resources
while incorporating adaptation and resilience; (78) maintains the integrity and quality of a
neighborhoods' form and function by ensuring meaningful community engagement and
consistent noticing and public hearings process regarding updates to zoning and land use
regulations; and (9) protects the integrity and quality of the City's existing neighborhoods
by insuring public notice, input and appellant rights regarding changes in existing zoning
and land use regulations.
Objective LU-1.1: Ensure that land use and development regulations arc consistent with fostering
foster a high quality of life in all ar as Miami's neighborhoods including the timely provision of
public facilities that meet or exceed the minimum level of service (LOS) standards adopted in the
Capital Improvements Element (CIE) of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan.
Policy LU-1.1.1: Development orders authorizing new development or redevelopment that results
in an increase in the density or intensity of land use shall be contingent upon the availability of
public facilities that meet or exceed the minimum LOS standards adopted in the CIE, specifically
sanitary sewer, solid waste, stormwater, potable water, parks and recreation, and transportation
facilities. The public services and facilities provided to meet concurrency requirements shall be
consistent with the Capital Improvements Element, or guaranteed in an enforceable agreement.
The public services and facilities will include public schools when the Miami Dade County School
Board and local governments in the county implement school concurrency pursuant to paragraph
163.3177(12)(i), F.
Policy LU-1.1.2: The City's Planning Department, with the assistance of various City departments
and agencies, 444 shall (1) continuously monitor land development activities to ensure compliance
with the adopted 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map (contained in Appendix LU-1 of the MCNP
including FLUM, Wellfield Protection Area, Wetlands and General Soils maps as amended from
time to time) and the goals, objectives, and policies of the Future Land Use element of the MCNP;
(2) monitor all proposed amendments to land development regulations to ensure consistency with
the MCNP and will shall forward its recommendation on such amendments to the Planning
Advisory Board Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and to the City Commission; (3)
continuously monitor the current and projected LOS standards provided by public facilities; and
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(4) w+l•4 perform the required concurrency review of proposed development, as required by Florida
Statutes and administrative rules.
Policy LU-1.1.3: The City's zoning ordinance provides for protection of all areas of the city from:
(1) the encroachment of incompatible land uses; (2) the adverse impacts of future land uses in
adjacent areas that disrupt or degrade public health and safety, or natural or man-made
amenities; (3) transportation policies that divide or fragment established neighborhoods; and (4)
degradation of public open space, environment, and ecology. Strategies to further protect existing
neighborhoods through the development of appropriate transition standards and buffering
requirements wildshall be incorporated into the City's land development regulations.
Policy LU-1.1.4: The City will shall continue to aggressively address code violations in its
neighborhoods through the implementation of code enforcement strategies and initiatives with the
intent of preserving and enhancing neighborhood environmental conditions that preserve safe,
maintained, and well -designed neighborhoods.
Policy LU-1.1.5: The Planning Department, with the assistance of various City departments and
agencies, shall annually monitor steps taken to fulfill the Goals, Objectives, and Policies (GOPs)
of the MCNP and biennially report the status of the GOPs to the Planning,. Advisory Board Zoning
and Appeals Board and City Commission, including, but not limited to, improving measurability of
objectives.
Policy LU-1.1.6: The City's street and storm sewer stormwater improvement projects will shall
provide curb and gutter, and street landscaping, unless deemed to be physically or economically
infeasible.
Policy LU-1.1.7: Land development regulations and policies allow for the development
and redevelopment of well -designed mixed -use neighborhoods that provide for the full range of
residential, office, live/work spaces, neighborhood retail, and community facilities in a walkable
area and that are amenable to a variety of transportation modes, including pedestrianism,
bicycles, automobiles, and mass transit, and aerial mobility.
Policy LU-1.1.8: The City of Miamia Planning Department will be responsible for coordinating
shall coordinate the City's land development regulations and policies with those of Miami -Dade
County and adjacent municipalities, and in particular: with respect to impacts fe on infrastructure,
contiguous development with regard to physical height and mass transitions, transitions in scale
and density, and the preservation and enhancement of public open space.
Policy LU-1.1.9: The City maintain low to moderate density uses in the West Flagami
area of the city (as shown on Figure 111.1 of Volume II Data and Analysis of the MCNP map LU-
7) as necessary to protect the secondary aquifer recharge area. (See Natural Groundwater
Aquifer Recharge Policy AR-1.2.1.),
Policy LU-1.1.10: The City's land development regulations encourage high density
residential development and redevelopment in close proximity to Metrorail and Metromover fixed -
rail stations. (See Transportation Policy TR-2.1.3 and Housing Policy HO-1.1.9.)
Policy LU-1.1.11: The City hereby adopts designation of the City, excluding Virginia Key, Watson
Island and the uninhabited islands of Biscayne Bay, that have a land use and zoning classification
of Conservation, as an Urban Infi11 Area pursuant to Miami -Dade County's designation of an Urban
Infi11 Area Tying generally east of the Palmetto Expressway and including all of the City of Miami.
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Within this area, the concentration and intensification of development around centers of activity
shall be emphasized with the goals of enhancing the livability of residential neighborhoods and
the viability of commercial areas. Priority w4shall be given to infill development on vacant parcels,
adaptive reuse of underutilized land and structures, the redevelopment of substandard sites,
downtown revitalization and the development of projects that promote public transportation (See
Policy TR-1.1.1). Maintenance of transportation levels of service within this designated Urban Infill
Transportation Concurrency Exception Area shall be in accordance with the adopted
Transportation Corridors level of service standards and the City of Miami Person Trip
Methodology as set forth in Objective TR-1.7 and related Policies of the Transportation Element
of the MCNP as well as Appendix TR-1.
Policy LU-1.1.12: In order to encourage the development and maintenance of educational
facilities in the City of Miami, the City's Land Use policies permit schools in all land use
classifications except Conservation, Public Parks and Recreation, and Industrial. During pre -
development program planning and site selection activities, the City shall coordinate with Miami -
Dade Public Schools and continue to seek, where feasible and mutually acceptable, to co -locate
schools with other facilities such as parks, libraries, and communityrenters to the extent possible.
Policy LU-1.1.13: The City shall review and evaluate the areas designated Urban Infill Area (UIA)
and/or Transportation Concurrency Exception Area (TCEA) withino every five (5) years of the
adoption of this policy to determine, but not limited to, the following: the appropriateness of the
areas included in the UTA and/or the TCEA; the benefits and/or disadvantages resulting from the
inclusion (or exclusion) of these areas within the UTA and/or the TCEA; the strategies to support
mobility and alternative modes of transportation within those areas included in the UTA and/or the
TCEA; and the strategies to address urban design and network connectivity to improve mobility
within those areas included in the UTA and/or the TCEA.
Policy LU-1.1.14: Improve facility and program accessibility through implementation of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and all subsequent updates.
Policy LU-1.1.15 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.1.16 Reserved]
Policy L .17: The C egrate the existing and planned multi -modal transportation
systems, including air mobility, with existing and future developments. (See Objective TR-2.1)_
Policy LU-1.1.18 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.1.19: The City will shall encourage the incorporation of transit facilities within private
development to integrate access to alternative modes with direct access and synergies within
new mixed use developments. This includes the co -location of transit stations and public common
areas of private developments. (See Policy TR- 2.1.4.),
Objective LU-1.2: Promote, facilitate, and catalyze the redevelopment and revitalization of
blighted, declining or threatened residential, commercial and industrial areas through a variety of
public, private, and public- private redevelopment initiatives and revitalization programs including,
where appropriate, historic designations.
Policy LU-1.2.1: The City defines blighted neighborhoods as areas characterized by the
prevalence of older structures with major deficiencies and deterioration, high residential
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vacancies, widespread abandonment of property, litter, and poor maintenance of real property.
Declining neighborhoods are defined as areas characterized by the prevalence of structures
having minor deficiencies, a general need for improvements in real property, significant declines
in real property values, high vacancy rates in commercial structures, and increasing difficulty in
obtaining insurance. Neighborhoods threatened with decline are defined as areas characterized
by significant but infrequent property maintenance neglect, an aging housing stock, declining
property values, general exodus of traditional residents, and influx of lower income households.
Policy LU-1.2.2: The City's land development policies will shall be consistent with affordable
housing objectives and policies adopted in the Housing Element of the MCNP.
Policy LU-1.2.3: The City's priorities in implementing, facilitation facilitating, and encouraging
redevelopment and revitalization projects shall be determined on an area specific basis in
accordance with the adopted Consolidated Plan, Fiscal Years 200/1 2009, 2019-2023 adopted
redevelopment plans, specific neighborhood and area plans, the 2007 Parks and Public Space
Master Plan Reimagine Parks Miami 2022: Parks and Recreation System Master Plan, and the
land development regulations, as appropriate and as incorporated in the MCNP by reference-
accordance with F.A.C. 9J 5.005(2)(g).
Policy LU-1.2.4: The City will shall continue to adhere to its established policies regarding
Community Redevelopment Districts and shall continue to implement plans for the Omni and
Southeast Overtown/Park West as Community Redevelopm'Qistricts.
Policy LU-1.2.5: The City shall continurograms on the availability of
redevelopment opportunities within the city.
Policy LU-1.2.6: In recognition of interest in emerging urban industrial development patterns, the
City recognizes that development of lodging facilities within the Industrial Future Land Use
designation may spur economic development and encourage more efficient use of land.
Policy LU-1.2.7: Appropriate Land Development Regulations shall be adopted to address and,
as necessary, prevent negative externalities to the development of lodging within Industrial areas
of the City.
Objective LU-1.3: The City will shall continue to encourage commercial, office, and industrial
development within existing commercial, office, and industrial areas; increase in the utilization
and enhance the physical character and appearance of existing buildings; encourage the
development of well -designed, mixed -use neighborhoods that provide for a variety of uses within
a walkable area in accordance with neighborhood design and development standards adopted
as a result of the amendments to the City's land development regulations and other initiatives;
and concentrate concentration of new commercial and industrial activity in areas where the
capacity of existing public facilities can meet or exceed the minimum standards for Level of
Service (LOS) adopted in the Capital Improvement Element (CIE).
Policy LU-1.3.1: The City shall continue to provide incentives for commercial redevelopment
and new construction in designated Neighborhood Development Zones (NDZ), the Empowerment
Zone, the Enterprise Zone, the Brownfield Redevelopment Area, Commercial Business Corridors,
Opportunity Zones, and other targeted areas. Such commercial redevelopment and new
construction shall be conducted in accordance with neighborhood design and development
standards adopted as a result of the amendments to the City's land development regulations and
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other initiatives. Such incentives may be offered through the building facade treatment program,
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and other redevelopment assistance
programs.
Policy LU-1.3.2: The City will shall continue to encourage the expansion of existing buildings and
new construction through the private sector by assisting in making available commercial loan
funds for rehabilitation and small business loans and seed moneys, particularly to local minority
businesses, and encouraginge the maximum participation, especially through public/private
partnerships, of financial institutions, chambers of commerce, the Beacon Council, other business
organizations, property owners and residents of the areas. Priority areas include, but are not
limited to, designated Neighborhood Development Zones (NDZ), the Empowerment Zone, the
Enterprise Zone, the Brownfield Redevelopment Area, Commercial Business Corridors,
Opportunity Zones, and other targeted areas.
Policy LU-1.3.3: Pursuant to Ch.Sec. 163.3177(6)(a),_F.S., the City shall maintain regulatory
incentives and criteria that encourage the preservation of recreational and commercial Working
Waterfronts as defined in Ch.Sec. 342.07,_F.S., particularly in the "Port of Miami River"
Subelement to guide future development within the Miami River Corridor.
Policy LU-1.3.4: The City w+l-kshall continue to work with the Miami -Dade County School Board to
ensure the expansion of educational facilities in areas that are easily accessible by public transit
and facilitate the expansion of job training/job Iacement programs offered to youths (full time and
summer terms) and low-income persons. .110
Policy LU-1.3.5: The City w+l-kshall continue romote through its land development regulations,
the creation of high intensity activity centers which may be characterized by mixed -use and
specialty center development. Such activity centers shall be in accordance with the Miami
Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan and neighborhood design and development standards
adopted as a result of amendments to the City's land development regulations and other
initiatives.
Policy LU-1.3.6: The City wil-kshall continue to encourage a diversification in the mix of industrial
and commercial activities and tenants through strategic and comprehensive marketing and
promotion efforts so that the designated Neighborhood Development Zones (NDZ), the
Empowerment Zone, the Enterprise Zone, the Brownfield Redevelopment Area, Commercial
Business Corridors, Opportunity Zones, and other targeted areas are buffered from national and
international cycles. The City w+l-kshall continue to use the City's Enterprise Zone, Empowerment
Zone, Commercial Business Corridors, Brownfield Redevelopment Area, and Opportunity Zones
strategies to stimulate economic revitalization; and encourage employment opportunities. (Policy
PA-3.3.10)
Policy LU-1.3.7: The City will shall continue to use the City's Enterprise Zone, Empowerment
Zone, Commercial Business Corridors, Opportunity Zones, and Brownfield Redevelopment Area
strategies to stimulate economic revitalization; and encourage employment opportunities. (Policy
PA-3.3.10)
Policy LU-1.3.8: The City w+4I-shall foster or develop and implement job training, vocational, and
educational programs to assist the City's existing and future residents, water dependent and water
related businesses and uses along the Miami River, in achieving economic self-sufficiency
utilizing government resources as necessary, and will shall continue to work with appropriate
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State and County agencies to direct training programs and other technical assistance, to support
minority and semi -skilled residents of the city including, without limitation, their involvement in
recreational and commercial working waterfronts along the Miami River as defined by -a-Sec.
342.07, F.S. (Policy PA-3.3.11).
Policy LU-1.3.9: The City will shall continue to concentrate Community Development efforts in
small geographic areas that have special opportunities and/or potential for redevelopment
consistent with implementation of small- area action plans that have the support of neighborhood
residents and business owners.
Policy LU-1.3.10: The City will shall continue to aggressively address code violations in its
neighborhoods through the implementation of ongoing and new neighborhood improvements, and
code enforcement strategies and initiatives; and will shall adopt and enforce performance
standards appropriate to preserve and enhance the physical condition and appearance of
commercial and industrial areas in the city by July 2009. The ity shall report on an annual
basis; what has been accomplished to fulfill the requiremen of this policy.
Policy LU-1.3.11: The City's land use regulations J provide incentives for the inclusion of
day care facilities near major employment centers.
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Policy LU-1.3.12: The City's land use regulations shall permit neighborhood -based health care
facilities.
Policy LU-1.3.13 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.3.14: The City will shall continu'to enforce urban design guidelines for public and
private projects which shall be consistent with neighborhood character, history, and function, and
shall be in accordance with the neighborhood design and development standards adopted as a
result of the amendments to the City's land development regulations and other initiatives.
Policy LU-1.3.15: The City shall continue to encourage a development pattern that enhances
existing neighborhoods by developing a balanced mix of uses including areas for employment,
shopping, entertainment, housing, and recreation in close proximity to each other.
Policy LU-1.3.16: The City shall encourage a diverse mix of uses and housing typologies in close
proximity to each other and important services such as healthcare, recreation, and healthy food
access, in a pedestrian -friendly environment, to promote aging -in -place for aging residents.
Objective LU-1.4: Continue the growth of Downtown Miami, expand its role as a center of
domestic and international commerce, further its development as a regional center for the
performing arts and other cultural and entertainment activities and develop an urban residential
base.
Policy LU-1.4.1 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.2: The City will shall continue to investigate and, where appropriate, create
management districts, funded by special assessments to provide extra services and special
events needed to attract visitors and residents to the retail core, and other special retail shopping
areas in downtown.
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Policy LU-1.4.3: The City will shall continue to promote an active pedestrian sidewalk environment
along the ground floor frontage of buildings on "pedestrian streets" through land development
regulations.
Policy LU-1.4.4 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.5 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.6 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.7: The City shall continue to enforce regulations within downtown to ensure that
retail office and commercial signage is of high quality and consistent with the design and
development objectives for downtown.
Policy LU-1.4.8: The Cityshall continue to enforce land development regulations as necessary
in order to encourage rehabilitation and sensitive, adaptive reuse of historic properties and older
structures in downtown, and to exempt rehabilitation projects from Development of Regional
Impact (DRI) mitigation fees as permitted by the respective development order.
Policy LU-1.4.9: The City shall continue to promote rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of vacant
and underutilized spaces and provide incentives for rehabilitation of older buildings in downtown.
Policy LU-1.4.10: The City shall continue to develop modifications to existing regulations with
the intent of providing greater flexibility in the design and implementation of mixed -use
developments within the general Downtown area and particularly along the Miami River up to and
including 5th Street consistent with the Porter of Miami River Sub -Element.
Policy LU-1.4.11: The City will shall continue to streamline the development application for
development approvals to simplify and standardize the process, while ensuring that the regulatory
intent of the approvals is maintained.
Policy LU-1.4.12: The City ka,z4shall continue to implement the Downtown DRI development orders
for downtown and Southeast Overtown/Park West, and seek approval for future increments of
development in a timely manner.
Objective LU-1.5: Land development regulations will shall protect the city's unique natural and
coastal resources, its neighborhoods, and its historic and cultural heritage.
Policy LU-1.5.1: Development orders in the city shall be consistent with the goals, objectives
and policies contained in the Natural Resource Conservation and Coastal Management elements
of the MCNP.
Policy LU-1.5.2: Lase regulations and development policies shall be consistent with the
intent and purpose of Miami- Dade County's Waterfront Charter Amendment, Shoreline
Development Review Ordinance, rules of the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve Management Area,
and other appropriate requirements regarding waterfront access and management.
Policy LU-1.5.3: Notice of application for special permits or other such administrative land use or
zoning permits provided for in the future, shall be provided to any homeowners associations or
neighborhood associations registered with the City and located in the same designated area of
the subject property thirty days as provided in the City's land development regulations or City
Code prior to issuance of the special permit or such administrative land use or zoning permits
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provided for in the future zoning and land use regulations and promptly after issuance of the
decision with explanation of appeal procedures allowing sufficient time for such appeals.
Policy LU-1.5.4: Notice of application requiring public hearings shall be provided to any
homeowner and neighborhood associations registered with the City and located in the same
designated area of the subject property_and to owners within a certain number of feet as provided
for in the City code.
Objective LU-1.6: Regulate the development Grand redevelopment of real property within the city
to ensure consistency with the goals, objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy LU-1.6.1: The City hereby adopts the 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map, referenced and
contained in Appendix LU-1 of the MCNP. The "Interpretation of the Future Land Use Map"
section of this element, which follows these land use goals, objectives and policies, establishes
the activitics and facilities uses, densities, and intensities allowed within each land use category
appearing on the adopted 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map, and the City's land development
regulations shall be consistent with the 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map.
Policy LU-1.6.2 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.6.3: The City's Planning Department shall review all proposals to amend the City's
Zoning Ordinance and any other land development regulations, and shall report as to the
consistency between any proposed amendment and the MCNP, to the Planning Advisory , Zoning
and Appeals Board, the City's "local planning a• ency," which ° shall then forward its
recommendation to the City Commission fo - - • - - consideration.
Policy LU-1.6.4: Any proposal to amend the s ning Atlas that has been deemed to require
an amendment to the Future Land Use Plan Map by the Planning Department; shall require a
Level of Service (LOS) review and a finding from the Planning Department that the proposed
amendment will shall not result in a LOS that falls below the adopted minimum standards
described in Policy CI-1.2.3, and wifl-shall not be in conflict with any element of the MCNP. Based
on its evaluation, and on other relevant planning considerations, the Planning Department w+fl
shall forward a recommended action on said amendment to the Planning Advisory, Zoning and
Appeals Board, which will shall then forward its recommendation to the City Commission.
Policy LU-1.6.5: The City may continue to use special district area or neighborhood designations
as a land development regulation instrument for the purpose of accomplishing specific
development objectives in particular areas of the city.
Policy LU-1.6.6: The City will shall continue to enforce signage regulations to ensure the quality
of life in the city's neighborhoods.
Policy LU-1.6.7: The City will shall provide adequate opportunity for public comment regarding
zoning changes and variances within neighborhoods.
Policy LU-1.6.8: The City's land development regulations and policies w+lkshall encourage and/or
require, as set forth in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space element of this plan, the provision
of open space in development projects in both residential and commercial areas.
Policy LU-1.6.9: The City's land development regulations will shall establish mechanisms to
mitigate the potentially adverse impacts of new development on existing neighborhoods through
the development of appropriate transition standards and buffering requirements.
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Policy LU-1.6.10: The City's land development regulations and policies will shall allow for the
provision of safe and convenient on -site traffic flow and vehicle parking and shall provide
access by a variety of transportation modes, including pedestrianism, bicycles, automobiles, and
transit.
Policy LU-1.6.11: The City's land development regulations and policies will shall ensure that areas
designated conservation are protected from development other than that which promotes its
passive appreciation.
Policy LU-1.6.12: The City's land development regulations shall direct recreational activities
to areas of the city where facilities and services are available and promote general recreation via
citywide initiatives (e.g. Miami River Greenway and The Underline).
Objective LU-1.7: Ensure that the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan is updated as
needed to meet changing conditions and; improve its effectiveness and success.
Policy LU-1.7.1: Update the MCNP by January 2009, to include a detailed list of definition of tcrms
used by the MCNP with an effective timeline showing coordination and consultation with various
City departments and stakeholders. The City shall ensure definitions found in Section 163.3177,
F.S., are hereby incorporated by reference into this Plan, unless a more stringent definition is
found in the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, Miami21 and/or the Code of the City of
Miami, Florida, as amended.
Objective LU-1.8: The location, design and management practices of development and
redevelopment in the Gcity shall ensure the protection of natural resources and systems by
recognizing, and sensitively responding to, constraints posed by climate change and sea level
rise.
Policy LU-1.8.1: The City shall assist Miami -Dade County in their analysis on climate change and
its impacts on the built environment addressing development standards and regulations related
to investments in infrastructure, development/redevelopment, and public facilities in hazard prone
areas including areas vulnerable to sea level rise, tidal flooding, and other impacts of climate
change. Recommendations from the analysis shall address appropriate changes to land use
designations and zoning of impacted properties, and development standards, among other
relevant considerations.
Policy LU-1.8.2: The City shall make the practice of adapting the built environment to the impacts
of climate change and sea level rise; an integral component of all planning processes, including
but not limited to comprehensive planning, infrastructure planning, building and life safety codes,
emergency management and development regulations, stormwater management, and water
resources management.
Policy LU-1.8.3: The City shall actively participate in the Southeastern Florida Regional Climate
Change Compact and collaborate to increase regional climate change resiliencye by sharing
technical expertise, assessing regional vulnerabilities, advancing agreed upon mitigation and
adaptation strategies, and developing joint state and federal legislation policies and programs.
Policy LU-1.8.4: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County to determine the feasibility of
designating areas in the City as Adaptation Action Areas as provided by Section
163.3177(6)(g)(10), Florida Statutes, and designate Adaptation Action Areas as provided by
Section 163.3164(1), Florida Statutes, in order to determine those areas vulnerable to coastal
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storm surge and sea level rise impacts for the purpose of developing policies for adaptation and
enhanceinj the funding potential of infrastructure adaptation projects.
Policy LU-1.8.5: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County to support the implementation of
climate related policies, through education, advocacy, and incentive programs such as public
outreach, including workshops and a website with relevant information.
Goal LU-2: Preserve and protect the heritage of the City of Miami through the identification,
evaluation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, restorations and public awareness of Miami's
historic, architectural, and archaeological resources. (See f oastal Management Goal CM_
Objective LU-2.1: Maintain, update, and amplify the City of Miami portion of the Miami -Dade
County Historic Survey, which identifies and evaluates the City's historic, architectural, and
archaeological resources, and continue to increase the number of eligible properties included in
the Miami -Dade County Historical Survey (See Coastal Management Objective CM 5.1.).
Policy LU-2.1.1: The City will shall continue to identify potential historic districts and conduct
additional historic surveys to identify eligible historic resources. (See Coastal Management Policy
CM 5.1.1.)
Policy LU-2.1 .2: The City shall continue to maintain and update the computerized an electronic
database of all relevant information for all designated sites in the Miami Dade County Historic
Survey Miami Register of Historic Places. This listing will show in three categories all properties
presentation. (See Coastal Management Policy CM 5.1.2.)
Objective LU-2.2: Protect archaeological resources within the city from destruction and loss.
Policy LU-2.2.1: The City pursue the designation of significant archaeological sites and
zones under the Historic Preservation Article of the City Code.
Policy LU-2.2.2: The City will shall continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County
Archaeologist in monitoring building activities near archeological sites.
Policy LU-2.2.3: The City shall require, as part of the building permit application, pursuant to
state law, that the City of Miami archaeologist be notified of construction schedules in significant
historical of or archaeological zones and where potentially significant historical or archaeological
artifacts are uncovered during construction, and permit state and local archaeological officials the
opportunity of surveying and excavating the site.
Policy LU-2.2.4: The City shall adopt an ordinance levying civil penalties for failure to report the
discovery of an archaeological site during construction.
Objective LU-2.3: Encourage the preservation of all historic, architectural, and archaeological
resources that have major significance to the city by continuing to increase the number of
nationally and locally designated sites for the period 2008 2013 2023 - 2035. [(b;4i
Policy LU-2.3.1: The City will shall continue to review nominations to the National Register of
Historic Places through the Certified Local Government Program. (See Coastal Management
Policy CM 5.1 A1.)
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Policy LU-2.3.2: The City had designated 67 historic sites and five historic districts pursuant to
the Historic Preservation Article of the City Code. An additional 26 sitos (or groups of multiply
sitoz) and six districts have been identified as potentially worthy of designation. The City wi.lkshall
seek to increase its locally designated historic resources by 2010 2035. (See Coastal
Management Policy CM 5.1.3.)
Objective LU-2.4: Increase the number of historic structures that have been preserved,
rehabilitated or restored, according to the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation. (See Coastal Management Objective CM 5.2.)
Policy LU-2.4.1: The City will shall encourage the conservation, rehabilitation, restoration and
adaptive reuse of historic and architecturally significant housing resources through low interest
housing rehabilitation loans that may be offered by City agencies.
Policy LU-2.4.2: The City shall continue to utilize the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards
for Rehabilitation as the minimum standards for the treatment of historic properties. The City shall
create and maintain district -specific design guidelines accessible to the public. To receive public
financial support from the City, designated privately owned structures must meet these standards.
(See Coastal Management Policy CM-5.2.1.)
Policy LU-2.4.3: The City c Ten owns nain-,phi ric siteG-her e+ntial-ar-c-h-aeol,Gg4cal
sites. It is deemed in the public benefit for the City to For the transfer of title of City properties of
historic, architectural or archaeological significance, such transfers shall include restrictive
covenants to ensure the protection and preservation of such properties. {See Coastal
Management Policy CM 5.2.2.)
Policy LU-2.4.4: The City wi-l-kshall continue to work with other local governments that have title
to properties of major historic or architectural significance to ensure the conservation,
preservation, and adaptive and sensitive reuse of such properties.
Objective LU-2.5: Increase public awareness of the historical, architectural, archaeological
resources and cultural heritage of the city, and public policy and programs to protect and preserve
this heritage, through public information and education programs.
Policy LU-2.5.1: The City shall continue to develop a series of publications relating to historic
preservation in general and the city's historic resources in particular.
Policy LU-2.5.2: The City wil-shall maintain an historic marker program for designated properties
and other key areas, and shall publish same.
Policy LU-2.5.3 [Reserved]
Policy LU-2.5.4: The City will shall continue to provide information on the City's historic,
architectural and cultural heritage for inclusion in public information, economic development
promotion and tourism materials. {See Coastal Management Policy CM 5.1.5.)
Goal LU-3: Encourage urban redevelopment in identified Urban Infill Areas and Urban
Redevelopment Areas.
Objective LU-3-1: Promptly review and act on petitions for land use plan amendments and
rezoning of property in Urban Infill Areas or Urban Redevelopment Areas to facilitate
redevelopment.
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Policy LU-3.1.1: Continue review of existing zoning regulations to determine if they provide
adequate flexibility to promote redevelopment with a mix of uses in Urban Infill Areas or Urban
Redevelopment Areas and, if not, revise said existing zoning regulations or adopt new zoning
regulations to promote redevelopment.
Policy LU-3.1.2: Create Regional Activity Centers if appropriate in Urban Infill Areas and Urban
Redevelopment Areas to facilitate mixed -use development, encourage mass transit, reduce the
need for automobile travel, provide public open space and parks as required in the Parks,
Recreation and Open Space eElement of this plan, provide incentives for quality development,
and give definition to the urban form. The permitted uses and density and intensity of uses within
a RAC shall be governed by the underlying future land use map designations of the subject
property, except as otherwise limited by the designation of the RAC in the comprehensive plan.
A designated RAC shall routinely provide service to, or be regularly used by, a significant number
of citizens of more than one county; contain adequate existing public facilities as defined in Rulc
9J 5, F.A.C., or committed public facilities, as identified in the GCapital +Improvements eElement
of the City's CGomprehensive Pplan; and shall be proximate and accessible to interstate or major
arterial roadways.
Policy LU-3.1.3: Designate the Downtown Miami Master Plan area an Urban Ccntral Bucincs�
District in order to increase the Development of Regional Impact threshold for development within
those portions of downtown Miami that are not already in the DRI area.fReservedl
Objective LU-3.2 [Reserved]
Policy LU-3.2.1 [Reserved]
Policy LU-3.2.2 [Reserved]
Goal LU-4: Incentivize sustainable, affordable housing solutions while continually
improving the quality of life for all who live in the City of Miami.
Objective LU-4.1: By 2023, five percent (5%) of the nNew housing stock to be built will be -reserved
fer include mixed income developments and new housing typologies to expand housing
opportunities, as described in the applicable land development regulations.
Policy LU-4.1.1: Developers building residential projects for low-income households, as identified
in the applicable land development regulations, are encouraged to build additional units per acre
to increase the amount of sustainable housing solutions available for households that are cost -
burdened relative to housing expenses. The additional density is permitted subject to the detailed
provisions of the applicable land development regulations.
Policy LU-4.1.2: The City shall study modifications to land use categories to expand new housing
typologies. New housing opportunities that are context -sensitive to the existing urban fabric shall
be explored through development and redevelopment in neighborhoods throughout the City.
Areas in close proximity to fixed -rail transit shall be prioritized for new housing opportunities.
These new housing opportunities shall be transitional in form with the existing scale and character
of the neighborhood. (See Housing Policy HO-2.1.9.)
Policy LU-4.1.3: The City shall explore code changes to expand the availability of accessory
dwelling units in greater areas of the City, while respecting the scale and architectural character
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of each neighborhood, and shall develop suitable development regulations. (See Housing Policy
HO-2.1.10.1
Objective LU-4.2: By 2n7Q forty percent ( C1 ) of the hoe icing stock hi lilt i ender affordable and
attainablc mixcd incomc programs, as dcscribcd in the applicable land development regulations,
will be reserved for housing low income elderly households. {Reserved.'
Objective LU-4.3: By 2n7Q forty percent /il00/ 1 of Oho hoe icing stork hi lilt i ender affordable anal
will be reserved for workforce housing. [Reserved.'
Goal LU-5: The City shall focus on planning for all neighborhoods in the City to address
general matters pertaining to quality of life in the context of a rapidly growing city, most
particularly, transportation, resilience, housing, equitable development, parks &
recreation, and the economy.
Objective LU-5.1: The development of transit -supportive land uses are encouraged around fixed -
rail stations to create well -designed, pedestrian -oriented neighborhoods for living, working,
shopping, and recreation.
Policy LU-5.1.1: Transit Sheds are those areas within Ile radius of a fixed -rail station
where dense, transit -supportive land uses support the concept of 15-minute communities.
Policy LU-5.1.2: Transit Oriented Developments ("TOD") are those areas within a half -mile radius
of a fixed -rail station.
Policy LU-5.1.3: Within a TOD, Bike/Ped Sheds are areas enhanced accessibility to fixed -
rail stations. IMP
Policy LU-5.1.4: The TOD shall be a leisurely five to ten-minute trip through active mobility.
Policy LU-5.1.5: In areas that include Complete Streets or Transportation Demand Management
strategies, Transit Shed benefits are allowed up to one mile from a fixed -rail station to support
the concept of a 15-minute neighborhood.
Policy LU-5.1.6: Transit Sheds shall be developed according to Land Development Regulations.
Policy LU-5.1.7: Encourage transit -supportive development patterns that promote walkable,
mixed -use neighborhoods that help to increase transit ridership, reduce automobile trips, and
provide increased mobility for all people.
Policy LU-5.1.8: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City shall ensure that blocks are
easily walkable to maximize pedestrian and bicycle access to the transit station areas and
beyond.
Policy LU-5.1.9: To improve pedestrian mobility, for all new developments and redevelopments,
provide pedestrian access for building frontages in accordance with Land Development
Regulations.
Policy LU-5.1.10: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City shall, where appropriate,
designate primary and secondary streets so that buildings are oriented to primary streets to create
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superior pedestrian environments while service functions such as parking and loading can be
accommodated along secondary streets.
Policy LU-5.1.11: The City shall ensure a strong interface between new developments and
redevelopments and the public transportation system by encouraging Multimodal Design
Guidelines listed below that emphasize improved connectivity between transit facilities and these
developments and incorporate a balanced streetscape design program to consider the following:
A. Encouraging development of a wide variety of residential and non-residential land uses
and activities in nodes around rapid transit stations to produce short trips, minimize
transfers, attract transit ridership, and promote transit operational and financial
efficiencies. The particular uses that are approved in a given station area should respect
the character of the nearby neighborhood, strive to serve the needs of the neighborhood,
and promote balance in the range of existing and planned land uses along the subject
transit line.
B. Accommodate new development around rapid transit stations that is well designed,
conducive to both pedestrian and transit use, and architecturally attractive.
C. In recognition that many transit riders begin and end their trips as pedestrians, pedestrian
accommodations shall include, as appropriate, continuous sidewalks to the transit station,
small blocks and closely intersecting streets, buildings oriented to the street or other
pedestrian paths, parking lots predominantly to the rear and sides of buildings, primary
building entrances as close to the street or transit stop as to the parking lot, shade trees,
and awnings and other weather protection for pedestrians. On all arterial and collector
streets served by public transit, new non-residential buildings and substantial alterations
to existing non-residential buildings, and residential buildings wherever practical shall
provide at least one full-time building entrance that is recognizable and accessible from
the street and is comparably as close to the street and/or transit stop as it is to the primary
parking lot.
D. New residential and non-residential developments, subdivisions and replats shall provide
for buildings that front the transit street, or provide streets or pedestrian connections that
intersect with the transit street in close proximity to transit stops not more than 700 feet
apart.
E. New residential and non-residential developments, subdivisions, and replats shall provide
for bicycle and pedestrian connections that intersect with the transit street in close
proximity to transit stops.
a) Redevelopment of property within one-half mile of existing and planned transit stations
and bus routes shall not cause an increase in walking distance from nearby areas to the
transit services and shall, wherever practical, be done in a manner that reduces walking
distances and is comfortable and attractive to pedestrians.
a) Land uses that are not conducive to public transit ridership such as car dealerships, car -
oriented food establishments, and container yards should not be permitted to locate or
expand within one -quarter mile of a rapid transit station.
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H. Increase the density of development within walking distance of rapid transit stations in a
manner appropriate to the particular setting of each transit station, and existing abutting
residential neighborhoods are to be protected and preserved.
I. Encourage incorporation of transit stations within private development to integrate access
to alternative modes with direct access and synergies within new mixed -use
developments. This includes the co -location of transit stations and public common areas
of private developments.
J. The City of Miami encourages the development projects located in transit -oriented
development areas of a transportation demand management plan to reduce overall peak -
hour demand and use of single occupant vehicles to include TDM strategies, consistent
with policy TC-1F of the Traffic Circulation Subelement of the Miami -Dade 2035 Long
Range Transportation Plan (LRTP).
K. The City's Land Use Regulations shall encourage flexible space such as incubators,
accelerators and makerspaces that support innovation and emerging industries.
L. Develop accessible community gathering places such as plazas, parks, farmers' markets,
sidewalks, and streets, especially within Downtown, Transit Oriented Developments, in
denser, mixed -use communities, and other redevelopment areas, that encourage
interaction and provide places for people of all ages to visit and relax.
M. Promote a sense of cultural communit _placemaking by_highlighting the City's diverse
cultural background by recognizing and integrating various cultural characteristics in
events, activities and experiences through placemakinq thus achieving cultural diversity
and empowering culture throughout the City to further define Miami as a hub of cultural
diversity.
Objective LU- 5.2: In an effort to protect the quality of life of neighborhoods, the Neighborhood
Planning program shall conduct master planning exercises for neighborhoods within the City of
Miami. (See Land Use Objective LU-6.2)
Policy LU-5.2.1: The Neighborhood Planning program shall analyze neighborhood conditions,
character, history, and needs for compliance with the Miami 21 Task Force Recommendation
Report.
Goal LU-6: All development and edevelopment will -shall be sustainable and resilient.
Sustainable development will -shall contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas
emissions; protect and enhance the vitality and coverage of natural systems; and improve
community health. Resilient development will -shall withstand the shocks and stresses of
a changing climate; be adaptive to changing environmental conditions; and provide
housing and mobility options for all members of the community.
Objective LU-6.1: The Department of Planning shall work with the Office of Resilience and
Sustainability ("ORS"), or successor office, to develop and implement resilient and sustainable
development guidelines by year 2025.
Policy LU-6.1.1: The development and redevelopment of real property shall be coordinated to
build and promote neighborhoods with infrastructure that is resilient to current and future flood,
heat, and storm risk.
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Policy LU-6.1.2: The City will shall promote a development pattern that advances greenhouse gas
reduction, energy conservation, and carbon mitigation including transit -oriented, compact
development that is supportive of modes of mobility that are not oriented around the automobile,
such as walking, biking, and public mass transit.
Policy LU-6.1.3: New development and infrastructure in areas modeled to be within the Coastal
High Hazard Area or FEMA flood zones are encouraged to use best practices to address sea
level rise. (See Coastal Management Policy CM-6.2.2). Such best practices may include, but are
not limited to, low impact development, raising existing development and constructing new
development above established flood levels, and discouraging new residential development
within areas modeled to be inundated by storm surge or sea level rise related flooding.
Policy LU-6.1.4: The Department of Planning will shall meet with the Department of Resilience
and Public Works and the Office of Resilience and Sustainability (or eqivalent offices) to
complete the guidelines.
Policy LU-6.1.5: The City will shall provide the finalized study as backup data and analysis for
updated goals, objectives, and policies to address the City's approach for land development within
the Coastal High Hazard Area.
Objective LU-6.2: The City will shall adopt one resilient neighborhood every two years to decrease
vulnerabilities to sea level rise and climate change through sustainable land use planning and
infrastructure development. (See Coastal Management Objectivelf
M-6.4)_
Policy LU-6.2.1: Resilient neighborhood planning will shall cons der future land use planning
strategies that address vulnerabilities to sea level rise and climate change as well as consider
changing housing and economic demands. Each resilient neighborhood planning initiative l
shall incorporate land development strategies to manage stormwater runoff and heat, as well as
expand opportunities for renewable energy. (See Future Land Use Policy LU-6.1.2)_
Policy LU-6.2.2: Resilient neighborhood planning will shall include extensive community
partnership and outreach to stakeholders, including meetings and social media.
Policy LU-6.2.3: Futi*Land Use Map changes, Zoning Atlas changes, and special permits wil•I
shall be reviewed for resilience such that approvals meet the criteria established below:
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A. direct population increases to those areas of the City that are projected to be safe from
inundation from sea level rise and storm surge;
B. not increase risk to human life, property, or infrastructure from the effects of sea level
rise and storm surge;
C. adhere to evacuation and shelter requirements (see Coastal Management Policies CM-
4.3.3 and CM-4.3.4); and
D. not require public expenditures for capital facilities in the Coastal High Hazard Area
except for those required to eliminate existing LOS deficiencies, maintain adopted LOS
standards in non -high hazard areas, improve hurricane evacuation time, or reduce the
threat to public health and safety from high -tide events, storm surge, flash floods,
stormwater runoff, and related impacts of sea -level rise. (See Coastal Management Policy
CM-4.3.1).
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Goal LU-7: Land use patterns that support emerging technologies in transportation
including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).
Objective LU-7.1: The City shall encourage the placement of future advanced air mobility
infrastructure facilities in key development areas. The City shall partner with Miami -Dade
Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) to explore potential vertiport locations within the local
transportation system and network.
Policy LU-7.1.1: The City shall examine appropriate land use designations and land development
regulations to ensure they are supportive of future AAM infrastructure.
Urban Central Business District
An Urban Central Business District (UCBD) identifies the single urban core area within the City of
Miami. The UCBD shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map,
shall contain mass transit service as defined in Chapter 9J 5, F.A.C., and shall contain high
intensity, high density multi -use development to include: retail; professional and governmental
office uses; cultural, recreational and entertainment facilities; high density residential; hotels and
motels; and appropriate industrial activities. In accordance with Chapter28 2/1.01/1(10)(a), F.A.C.,
the City of Miami shall:
Increase the threshold for residential, hotel, motel, office, or retail development by fifty percent
(50%);
Increase the threshold for applicable multi use guidelines and standards by one hundred percent
(100%), provided that one land use of the multi use development is residential and the residential
residential threshold• and
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Increase the threshold for resort or convention hotel development by one hundred fifty percent
(150%).
The following area has been designated an Urban Central Business District (UCBD) on the City
of Miami Future Land Use Map (FLUM) within Appendix LU-1:
The Downtown Miami Master Plan
The Downtown Miami Master Plan was adopted by the Miami City Commission by Resolution
Number 89-990 on October 26, 1989. The Downtown Miami Master Plan contains approximately
1,354 acres and is bounded on the north by: Northwest 20th Street on the north; Biscayne Bay,
including Brickell Key (Claughton Island), on the east; Southwest 15th Road on the south; and
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Interstate 95, the Miami River, Northwest 5th Street, Interstate 395 and the Florida East Coast
Railroad right-of-way on the west (see the Future Land Use Map within Appendix LU-1 for exact
boundaries).
Permitted Uses:
Permitted uses within the Urban Central Business District shall be those of the underlying land
use classification within the current Downtown Miami Master Plann, which includes: Central
Business District; Major Institutional Public Facilities, Transportation & Utilities; Office; Restricted
Commercial; General Commercial; Industrial; Recreation; High --Density Multifamily Residential;
and Medium Density Multifamily Residential (see descriptions in Interpretation of the Future Land
Use Map).
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The following minimum and maximum development thresholds shall apply:
The following numerical guidelines and standards shall be applied within the City of Miami's Urban
Central Business District according to Chapter 28 2/1.01/1(11), F.S.:
be required to undergo development of regional impact review.
A development that is between eighty percent (80%) and one hundred (100%) percent of a
numerical threshold shall be presumed to not require development of regional impact review.
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(100%) and one hundred twenty percent (120%) of a numerical threshold shall be presumed
to require development of regional impact review.
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threshold shall be required to undergo development of regional impact review.
Regional Activity Centers
Regional Activity Center (RAC). A Regional Activity Center designation is intended to encourage
and promote large-scale development and redevelopment as well as small parcel infill
development and redevelopment that facilitates a balanced mix of land uses by providing
maximum flexibility for development and redevelopment activities.
In accordance with Chapter 28-24.014(10)(c)2, F.A.C., a Regional Activity Center in the City of
Miami shall be a compact, high intensity, high density multi -use area designated as appropriate
for intensive growth as an urban infill or urban redevelopment area by the City and may include:
residential use; commercial; office; cultural and community facilities; recreational and
entertainment facilities; hotels or motels; transportation facilities; utilities; and appropriate
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industrial activities. The major purposes of this designation are to facilitate mixed -use
development, encourage mass transit, reduce the need for automobile travel, provide incentives
for quality development and give definition to the urban form.
For an area to qualify as a Regional Activity Center, the following criteria must be met:
The type of land uses permitted within each Regional Activity Center and the density of
residential uses shall be specified herein and within the City of Miami 2020 2035 Future Land
Use Map.
Regional Activity Centers shall include mixed land uses of regional significance.
Regional Activity Centers shall consist of active pedestrian environments through high quality
design of public spaces and buildings that create an appropriate human scale at street level
and provide for connectivity of places through the creation of a system of pedestrian linkages.
Each Regional Activity Center shall be a defined geographical area of no less than 20 acres
and shall be delineated on the City of Miami 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map.
Regional Activity Centers shall be proximate and accessible to interstate or major arterial
roadways.
The following area has been designated Regions ' c'way Cent r'thin the City of Miami 2020
2035 Future Land Use Map:
Buena Vista Yards Intensity Preservation Area
General Location:
South of Northeast 36th Street, North of Northeast 29th Street, East of North Miami Avenue and
West of the Florida East Coast Railroad (FEC) right-of-way; excluding certain properties located
along Northeast 29th Street. (See Future Land Use Map within Appendix LU-1 for exact
boundaries).
I ntensity:
The intensity adopted with the Buena Vista Yards Regional Activity Center (RAC), adopted by
Ordinance 12446, supported by data and analysis, is retained by the Buena Vista Yards Intensity
Preservation Area upon the sunset of the RAC. The Future Land Use Map Interpretation provides
guidance with respect to the intensity for this area.
Health District Regional Activity Center
The Health District Regional Activity Center is hereby designated to be a Regional Activity Center
pursuant to Florida Statute, Chapter 380 and, subject to amendment by the Strategic Regional
Policy Plan for South Florida by the South Florida Regional Planning Council, as a regional
development district (a geographic area specifically designated as highly suitable for increased
threshold intensity) for the purpose of increasing DRI thresholds.
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General Location:
South of NW 20th Street, North of State Road 836, East of NW 17th Avenue, and West of
Interstate 95.
Permitted Uses:
Permitted uses shall be as for the underlying land use classification; whether uses shall be
required to undergo additional regional review shall be governed by the provisions of Chapter
380, Florida Statutes and Chapter 28, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), as such may be
amended from time to time, pursuant to the designation of the Health Distr. a Regional Activity
Center. The following maximum thresholds shall apply:
{1) Maximum thresholds shall be consistent with Rule 28-2
amended from time to time.
C., as such may be
Residential: Maximum units consistent with Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C. Commercial: Maximum
square feet consistent with Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C. Office: Maximum square feet consistent with
Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C. Hotel: Maximum units consiwith Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C.
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INTERPRETATION OF THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP
The 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map (contained in Appendix LU-1 of the MCNP as amended
from time to time) is a planning instrument designed to guide the future development and
distribution of land uses within the city in a manner that is consistent with the goals, objectives
and policies of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP).
The 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map is a generalized map that does not depict areas of less
than 2 acres. The Planning Director is responsible for making all determinations of concurrency
as defined in state statutes, and shall also interpret the map based on all applicable state
laws and administrative regulations and on the consistency between the proposed change or
changes and the goals, objectives and policies expressed in the MCNP. The Planning Director
wil-kshall also determine whether or not proposed zoning changes require an amendment to the
comprehensive plan.
Land development regulations and policies are to be consistent with the 2020 2035 Future Land
Use Map. The land development regulations further define and describe all requirements
applicable to zoning categories contained under each land use designation, permitting the
treatment of new development according to the particular conditions existing in different areas,
and always consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the MCNP, and specifically with
the Future Land Use Element and its Future Land Use Map. The land use designations are
general designations that may include more than one zoning category. All activities and uses
within each designation are compatible with each other by virtue of their scale, intensity and
character, or by additional conditions required by the land development regulations, more
specifically by the City Zoning Ordinance, which describes and regulates development within
zoning districts in order to achieve more definite goals and objectives.
The land use designations that appear in the 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map are arranged
following the "pyramid concept" of cumulative inclusion, whereby subsequent categories are
inclusive of those listed previously except as otherwise noted. These designations, and the uses
allowed in them, are defined as follows:
Conservation
This land use designation is restricted to environmentally sensitive areas that are to be left in an
essentially natural state. Only activities that reinforce this character are allowed. Public access
to these areas, including off-street parking, may be limited when unregulated access may
present a threat to wildlife and plant life within such areas.
Public Parks and Recreation
The primary intent of this land use classification is to conserve open space and green spaces of
a park while allowing access and uses which shall not interfere with the preservation of any
significant environmental features which may exist within the park.
This land use designation allows only open space and park uses with recreational and cultural
uses where the total building footprints and impervious parking area surfaces in parks of one (1)
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acre of more may cover no more than 25% of the park land area (See related Policy PR-2.1.3.).
Both passive and active recreational uses shall be permitted including but not limited to nature
trails, interpretive centers, picnic areas, park shelters, event spaces, pet areas, playgrounds,
canoe, kayak, and other recreational trails and launches, small concession stands, restrooms,
indoor and outdoor gyms, swimming pools, athletic fields, cultural facilities, marine and marina
facilities and other facilities supporting passive and active recreational and cultural uses.
Lands under this designation with specific qualities that make them desirable for commercial
photography shall be allowed to be used in this manner conditionally, and only when it is
determined that conducting such commercial photography shall not endanger significant
environmental features within the area. [Added 3/23/99 by Ordinance 11782.]
Commercial Recreation
This land use designation only allows privately -owned recreation uses open to the public or to
private groups.
Marine Facilities
This land use designation is intended to apply to waterfront properties which are primarily public
properties and intended to be developed and utilized in a manner which shall facilitate public
access to waterfront activities.
Permissible uses within this designation include marine and marina facilities, marine stadiums,
waterfront specialty centers (including restaurants, cafes and retailing), recreational activities
including water theme parks, cultural, educational and entertainment facilities and accessory
hotel accommodations with maximum FAR limitations between the range of 0.65 to 1.72 and a
maximum density of 130 hotel units per acre; the higher FAR may be approved only upon
demonstration and finding that the application of the higher limitations shall not adversely
affect access. Permanent living facilities are not permitted within this classification. [Added
3/23/99 by Ordinance 11782.] ,A
Nonresidential floor area is the sum of areas for nonresidential use on all floors of buildings,
measured from the outside faces of the exterior walls, including interior and exterior halls,
lobbies, enclosed porches and balconies used for nonresidential uses. Not countable as
nonresidential floor area are:
a. Parking and loading areas within buildings;
b. Open terraces, patios, atriums or balconies; or
c. Stairways, elevator shafts, mechanical rooms.
Single Family Residential
Areas designated as "Single Family Residential" allow single family structures of one dwelling
unit each to a maximum density of 9 dwelling units per acre, subject to the detailed provisions of
the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service
for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
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Supporting services such as foster homes and family day care homes for children and/or adults;
and community based residential facilities' (6 clients or less, not including drug, alcohol or
correctional rehabilitation facilities1 also shall be allowed pursuant to applicable state law.
Places of worship, primary and secondary schools, child day care centers and adult day care
centers are permissible in suitable locations within single family residential areas.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and private clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures within historic sites or historic districts that have been
designated by the Historical and Environmental Preservation Board and are in suitable location
approved by City Commission within single family residential areas, pursuant to applicable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for such uses.
Density and intensity limitations for said uses shall be restricted to those of the contributing
structure(s).
Duplex Residential
Areas designated as "Duplex Residential" allow resfal structures of up to two dwelling units
each to a maximum density of 18 dwelling units per acre, subject to the detailed provisions of
the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service
for facilities and services included in the Ci 's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Community based residential facilities (14 clients or less, not including drug, alcohol or
correctional rehabilitation facilities) also shall be allowed pursuant to applicable state law.
Places of worship, primary and secondary schools, child day care centers and adult day care
centers are permissible in suitable locations within duplex residential areas.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and private clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures within historic sites or historic districts that have been
designated by the Historical and Environmental Preservation Board and are in suitable locations
within duplex residential areas, pursuant to applicable land development regulations and the
maintenance of required levels of service for such uses. Density and intensity limitations for said
uses shall be restricted to those of the contributing structure(s).
Low Density Multifamily Residential
Areas designated as "Low Density Multifamily Residential" allow residential structures to a
maximum density of 36 dwelling units per acre, and maximum residential density may be
increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject to the detailed provisions of the
1 A "Community based residential facility" provides room (with or without board), resident
services, and twenty- four hour supervision. Such a facility functions as a single housekeeping
unity. This category includes adult congregate living facilities, facilities for physically disabled
and handicapped persons, for developmentally disabled persons, for non dangerous mentally ill
persons and for dependent children, as licensed by the Florida Department of Health, and
juvenile and adult residential correctional facilities, including halfway houses, as licensed or
approved by an authorized regulatory agency.
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applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Supporting services such as community -based residential facilities (14 clients or less, not
including drug, alcohol or correctional rehabilitation facilities) will shall be allowed pursuant to
applicable state law; day care centers for children and adults may be permissible in suitable
locations.
Permissible uses within low density multifamily residential areas also include commercial
activities that are intended to serve the retailing and personal services needs of the building or
building complex, small scale limited commercial uses as accessory uses; and places of
worship, primary and secondary schools, a accessory post- secondary educational facilities,
and lodging establishments. all of which are subject to the detailed provisions of applicable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for such uses.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and private clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures within historic sites or historic districts that have been
designated by the Historical and Environmental Preservation Board and are in suitable locations
within low density multifamily residential areas, pursuant to applicable land development
regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for such uses. Density and
intensity limitations for said uses shall be restricted to those of the contributing structure(s).
Medium Density Multifamily Residential
Areas designated as "Medium Density Multifamily Residential" allow residential structures to a
maximum density of 65 dwelling units per acre, and maximum residential density may be
increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject to the detailed provisions of the
applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Supporting services such as community -based residential facilities (14 clients or less, not
including drug, alcohol or correctional rehabilitation facilities) w+l-kshall be allowed pursuant to
applicable state law; community -based residential facilities (15-50 clients) and day care centers
for children and adults may be permissible in suitable locations.
Permissible uses within medium density multifamily areas also include commercial activities that
are intended to serve the retailing and personal services needs of the building or building
complex, small scale limited commercial uses as accessory uses, subject to the detailed
provisions of applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of
service for such uses, places of worship, primary and secondary schools, and accessory post-
secondary educational facilities. Lodging uses are permitted subject to the detailed provisions of
applicable land development regulations.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and private clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures within historic sites or historic districts that have been
designated by the Historical and Environmental Preservation Board and are in suitable locations
within medium density multifamily residential areas, pursuant to applicable land development
regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for such uses. Density and
intensity limitations for said uses shall be restricted to those of the contributing structure(s).
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High Density Multifamily Residential
Areas designated as "High Density Multifamily Residential" allow residential structures to a
maximum density of 150 dwelling units per acre, and maximum residential density may be
increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject to the detailed provisions of the
applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Higher densities may be allowed as shown for these specially -designated areas:
Little Havana Target Area
Southeast Overtown
Miami River
200 unitr acre*
units per acre*1414
00 units per acre*
Brickell, Omni, Park West and River Quadra 500 .
be in edper acre*
*Indicates maximum residential density may by up to one hundred percent
(100%) subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land development regulations
and the maintenance of required Levels of Service for facilities and services included in
the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Supporting services such as offices and commercial serviced other accessory activities that
are clearly incidental to principal uses are permitted; community -based residential facilities (14
clients or less, not including drug, alcohol or correctional rehabilitation facilities) shall be
allowed pursuant to applicable state law; community -based residential facilities (15+ clients),
places of worship, primary and secondary schools, and day care centers for children and adults
may be permissible in suitable locations.
Low Density Restricted Commercial
Areas designated as "Low Density Restricted Commercial" allow residential uses (except
rescue missions) to a maximum density equivalent to "Low Density Multifamily Residential"
subject to the same limiting conditions; transitory residential facilities such as hotels and motels.
This category also allows general office use, clinics and laboratories, auditoriums, libraries,
convention facilities, places of worship, and primary and secondary schools.
Also allowed are commercial activities that generally serve the daily retailing and service needs
of the public, typically requiring easy access by personal auto, and often located along arterial
or collector roadways, which include: general retailing, personal and professional services, real
estate, banking and other financial services, restaurants, saloons and cafes, general
entertainment facilities, private clubs and recreation facilities, major sports and exhibition or
entertainment facilities and other commercial activities whose scale and land use impacts are
similar in nature to those uses described above. This category also includes commercial
marinas and living quarters on vessels as permissible.
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The nonresidential portions of developments within areas designated as "Low Density
Restricted Commercial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 3.0 times the net lot area of the
subject property.
Medium Density Restricted Commercial
Areas designated as "Medium Density Restricted Commercial" allow residential uses (except
rescue missions) to a maximum density equivalent to "Medium Density Multifamily Residential"
subject to the same limiting conditions; transitory residential facilities such as hotels and motels.
This category also allows general office use, clinics and laboratories, auditoriums, libraries,
convention facilities, places of worship, and primary and secondary schools.
Also allowed are commercial activities that generally serve the daily retailing and service needs
of the public, typically requiring easy access by personal auto, and often located along arterial
or collector roadways, which include: general retailing, personal and professional services, real
estate, banking and other financial services, restaurants, saloons and cafes, general
entertainment facilities, private clubs and recreation facilities, major sports and exhibition or
entertainment facilities and other commercial activities whose scale and land use impacts are
similar in nature to those uses described above. This category also includes commercial
marinas and living quarters on vessels as permissible.
The nonresidential portions of developments within areas designated as "Medium Density
Restricted Commercial" allow a maximum flo lot ratio (FLR) of 6.0 times the net lot area of the
subject property.
Major Institutional, lic Faies, Tr sportation and Utilities
Areas designated as "Major Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities" allow
facilities for federal, state and local government activities, major public or private health,
recreational, cultural, religious or educational activities, and major transportation facilities and
public utilities, and general commercial activities intended to serve the needs of the public.
Residential facilities ancillary to these uses are allowed up to a maximum density equivalent to
"High Density Multifamily Residential" or if applicable the least intense abutting/adjacent
residential zoning district, subject to the same limiting conditions.
Areas designated as "Major Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities allow
nonresidential uses such as commercial and office to a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 6.0
times the net lot area of the subject property. Properties designated "Major Institutional, Public
Facilities, Transportation and Utilities" in the Health /Civic Center District allow a maximum floor
lot ratio (FLR) of 8.0 times the net lot area of the subject property. Properties designated "Major
Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities" in the Urban Central Business District
allow a maximum FLR of 37.0 times the net lot area of the subject property.
Restricted Commercial
Areas designated as "Restricted Commercial" allow residential uses (except rescue missions) to
a maximum density equivalent to "High Density Multifamily Residential" subject to the same
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limiting conditions and a finding by the Planning Director that the proposed site's proximity to
other residentially zoned property makes it a logical extension or continuation of existing
residential development and that adequate services and amenities exist in the adjacent area to
accommodate the needs of potential residents; transitory residential facilities such as hotels and
motels. This category also allows general office use; clinics and laboratories, auditoriums,
libraries, convention facilities, places of worship, and primary and secondary schools. Also
allowed are commercial activities that generally serve the daily retailing and service needs of
the public, typically requiring easy access by personal auto, and often located along arterial or
collector roadways, which include: general retailing, personal and professional services, real
estate, banking and other financial services, restaurants, saloons and cafes, general
entertainment facilities, private clubs and recreation facilities, major sports and exhibition or
entertainment facilities and other commercial activities whose scale and land use impacts are
similar in nature to those uses described above. This category ‘140p incluommercial
marinas and living quarters on vessels as permissible.,
The nonresidential portions of developments within areas designated as "Restri
Commercial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 7.0 times the net lot area of the subject
property; such FLR may be increased upon compliance with the detailed provisions of the
applicable land development regulations; however, may not exceed a total FLR of 11.0 times
the net lot area of the subject property. Properties designated as "Restricted Commercial" in the
Edgewater Area allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 17.0 times the net lot area of the
subject property. Properties designated as "Restricted Commercial" in the Urban Central
Business District and Buena Vista Yards Intensity Preservation Area allow a maximum floor lot
ratio (FLR) of 37.0 times the net lot area of the subject property.
All such uses and mixes of uses shall be subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for facilities and
services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Nonresidential floor area is the floor area that supports nonresidential uses within the inside
perimeter of the outside walls of the building including hallways, stairs, closets, thickness of
walls, columns and other features, and parking and loading areas, and excluding only open air
corridors, porches, balconies and roof areas.
Centralusiness District (CBD)
The area designated as "Central Business District (CBD) is intended to apply to the central
commercial, financial and office core of the metropolitan region, and allows all activities included
in the "Restricted Commercial," and "Major Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and
Utilities" designations. Residential facilities (except for rescue missions) alone or in combination
with other uses are allowable to a maximum density of 1,000 dwelling units per acre, and
maximum residential density may be increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject to
the detailed provisions of the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of
required levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency
management requirements.
Also permitted is a mix of uses ranging from high density multifamily residential to high intensity
office uses with retail uses on the lower floors of structures. Intensity of uses within the CBD
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land use designation are generally higher than those allowed in other areas of the city. Areas
designated as CBD allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 40 times the net lot area of the
subject property.
General Commercial
Areas designated as "General Commercial" allow all activities included in the "Restricted
Commercial" designations, as well as wholesaling and distribution activities that generally serve
the needs of other businesses; generally require on and off loading facilities; and benefit from
close proximity to industrial areas. These commercial activities include retailing of second hand
items, automotive repair services, new and used vehicle sales, parking lots and garages, heavy
equipment sales and service, building material sales and storage, wholesaling, warehousing,
distribution and transport related services, light manufacturing and assembly and other activities
whose scale of operation and land use impacts are similar to those uses described above.
Multifamily residential structures of a density equal to High Density Multifamily Residential, are
allowed subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land dee elopment regulations.
The nonresidential portions of developments within areas designated as "General Commercial"
allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 7.0 times the net lot area of the subject property; such
FLR may be increased upon compliance with the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development regulations; however, may not exceed a total FLR of 11.0 times the net lot area of
the subject property. Properties designated as "General Commercial" in the Urban Central
Business District and Buena Vista Yards Intensity Preservation Area allow a maximum floor lot
ratio (FLR) of 37.0 times the net lot area of the subject property.
All such uses and mixes of uses shall be subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for facilities and
services included in t ity's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Industrial
The areas designated as "Industrial" allow manufacturing, assembly and storage activities. The
"Industrial" designation generally includes activities that would otherwise generate excessive
amounts of noise, smoke, fumes, illumination, traffic, hazardous wastes, or negative visual
impact unless properly controlled. Stockyards, rendering works, smelting and refining plants and
similar activities are excluded. Residential uses are not permitted in the "Industrial" designation,
except for rescue missions, and live-aboards in commercial marinas. Lodging uses are
permitted in this designation subject to limiting provisions of the applicable land development
regulations. Areas designated "Industrial" allow a maximum density of "Medium Density
Multifamily Residential" subject to limiting provisions of the applicable land development
regulations. Development shall be subject to the Port of Miami River Sub -Element, as
applicable. All uses must comply with any previous settlement agreements the City has entered
into relating to recreational and commercial working waterfronts and the Miami River and not
impair recreational and commercial working waterfronts as defined in Section 342.07, Florida
Statutes.
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Areas designated as "Industrial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 8.0 times the net lot
area of the subject property. Furthermore, all such uses shall be subject to the maintenance of
required levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency
management requirements.
Light Industrial (LI)
The primary intent of this land use classification is to allow mixed use development within this
land use classification, and further, to facilitate the ability of developing a mixed occupancy
within a unit in which more than one type of use is provided under Live/Work or Work/Live
zoning districts of the City's land development regulations.
Areas designated as "Light Industrial" allow all activities included in the "Restricted Commercial"
and "General Commercial" designations, as well as wholesaling and distribution activities that
generally serve the needs of other businesses; generally require on and off loading facilities;
and benefit from close proximity to general commercial areas. These commercial activities
(beyond those permitted in the "Restricted Commercial" and "General Commercial"
designations) include retailing of second hand items, new and used vehicle sales, parking lots
and garages, wholesaling, warehousing, light manufacturing and assembly and other activities
whose scale of operation and land use impacts are similar to those uses described above.
This category also allows commercial marinas and living quarters on vessels for transients. This
land use category shall not permit storing, packaging, handling, processing or distribution of
explosive, flammable or otherwise hazardous materials; scrap yards; and health clinics.
The hazard level of an activity shall be one of the determining factors as to whether that activity
shall be permissible within a Light Industrial district; the detailed provisions of the applicable
land development regulations shall prohibit high-level hazard activities within live/work
developments.
Areas designated as "Light Industrial" allow residential uses to a maximum density of 36
dwelling units per acre, and the nonresidential portions of developments within areas
designated as "Light Industrial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 10.0 times the net lot
area of the subject property
Affordable housing developments that are certified by the City as having a complete application
for development as of the effective date of the proposed Land Development Regulations shall
be permitted with densities up to 150 dwelling units per acre but must obtain all building permits
by December 17, 2012, at which time any rights herein to building permits shall expire.
All such uses and mixes of uses shall be subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for facilities and
services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
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Correspondence Table — Zoning and Comprehensive Plan
Transect
Miami 21
Transect Zone
Future Land Use Designation
Dwelling Units Per
Acre Max.
T3
R, L
SUB -URBAN
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
9 du/ac
T3
0
DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL
18 du/ac
T4
R
GENERAL URBAN
LOW DENSITY MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL
36 du/ac*
T4
L,0
LOW DENSITY RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL
36 du/ac*
T5
R
URBAN CENTER
MEDIUM DENSITY MU FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
65 du/ac*
T5
L,0
MEDIUM DENSITY REST D COMMERCIAL
65 du/ac*
T6-(8 — 48)
R
URBAN CORE
HIGH D ITY MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Alk •
150 du/ac*
T6-(8 — 48)
L, 0
RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL
D1
WORK PLACE
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
36 du/ac
D2
INDUSTRIAL
INDUSTRIAL
65 du/ac**
D3
MARINE
INDUSTRIAL
65 du/ac**t
T6-80
R, L, 0
BAN CORE
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
1000 du/ac*
CI
INSTIUTIONAL
MAJOR INSTITUTIONAL, PUBLIC FACILITIES,
TRANSPORTATION, AND UTILITIES
150 du/ac
CI HD
CIVIC INSTITUTION —
HEALTH DISTRICT
MAJOR INSTITUTIONAL, PUBLIC FACILITIES,
TRANSPORTATION, AND UTILITIES
150 du/ac*
CS
CIVIC SPACE/PARKS
PUBLIC PARKS AND RECREATION
N/A
COMMERCIAL RECREATION
N/A
T1
NATURAL
CONSERVATION
N/A
* Indicates maximum residential density may be increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject
to the detailed provisions of the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required
levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management
requirements.
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** Indicates Lodging Use occupancy equivalent to 65 du/ac is permitted subject to the detailed provisions
of the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
t Indicates Lodging Uses are only permitted in the property abutting the Miami River with the appropriate
Future Land Use designation on the north side of the "Lower River," or that area from Biscayne Bay to the
Fifth Street Bridge, subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land development regulations,
maintenance of required levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted
concurrency management requirements, and compliance with the City's Stipulated Settlement Agreement
adopted by the City Commission through Resolution No. R-10-0327 and the related Remedial Actions
adopted by Ordinance No. 13189.
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HOUSING
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Housing Element
Goal HO-1: Support the (increase the s;,lyof safe, decent, sanitary affordable and
workforce housing to all existing and future residents especially for extremely
low-, very low-, low-, and moderate -income households (in accordance with the current
standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida) and the elderly special
populations by allev ating s�-49-r-tages-of extremely I^ very Io Io.•,_, and moderate_
income housing, adding new housing units, rehabilitating older existing homes,
maintaining; and revitalizing residential neighborhoods in order to meet the needs of all
Objective HO-1.1: Provide and/or encourage a local regulatory regulations, investment, and
neighborhood environment that will assist the private sector in increasing to increase the stock
of affordable and workforce housing for all income levels, including extremely low-, very low-,
low-, and moderate -income households (in accordance with the current standards and
regulations of HUD and the State of Florida), within the City by at least 10 percent b„ 2010
Policy HO-1.1.1: The City defines affordablc (modcratc incomc) housing in accordancc with the
Development (HUD). The City continues to promote equal access to housing opportunities. The
City, with other governmental agencies and non-profit organizations, w+l-kshall educate
appropriate parties regarding fair housing and fer fair housing concerns to the appropriate
enforcement agency.
Policy HO-1.1.2: Continue and expand the City's current affordable and workforce housing
programs and continuo including its participation in federal and state housing programs and the
County Documentary Stamp Surtax Program to create new units in the City.
Policy HO-1.1.3: The City will continue to develop comprehensive neighborhood redevelopment
residential structures and ensure that public investments are coordinated with private sector
developments to increase the overall attractivenesc of redeveloping neighborhoods. The City
shall continue to review incentives to assist the private sector in providing affordable and
workforce housing units in the City.
Policy HO-1.1.4: Utilize Tax Increment Financing districts, which are designated by Miami Dadc
County, as a mechanism for financing public improvements in residential areas and stimulating
neighborhood revitalization, will continue to be used.
Policy HO-1.1.5: The City w+l-kshall continue to enforce; and, where necessary, strengthen those
sections of the land development regulations that are intended to preserve and enhance the
general appearance and character of the City's residential areas and neighborhoods by
buffering them from the encroachment of commercial uses and to buffcr such ncighborhoods
from incompatible uscs through the implementation and enforcement of transition and buffering
standards .
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Policy HO-1.1.6: The Cit„ will continue to encourage the designation restoration and adaptive
incentives deemed appropriate. The City shall continue to assist non-profit, community -based
organizations in the development and provision of extremely low-, very low-, low-, and
moderate -income housing projects to augment the public sector provision of extremely low-,
very low-, low-, and moderate -income housing. This assistance shall include, but not be limited
to, technical assistance, marketing and financial planning assistance, and the provision of public
improvements, such as street improvements, curbing, landscaping and public open spaces,
proper drainage, and street lighting.
Policy HO-1.1.7: The City wishall continue to control, through restrictions in the City's land
development regulations, large scale and/or intensive commercial and industrial land
development which may negatively impact any residential neighborhood and w+l-kshall provide
appropriate transitions between high-rise and low-rise residential developments.
Policy HO-1.1.8: Through the land development regulations, the City w+l-kshall protect existing
viable neighborhoods in those areas suitable for housing and, where appropriate, enhance them
in a manner compatible with their existing character.
Policy HO-1.1.9: The City's land development regulations will -shall encourage high -density
residential development and redevelopment in close proximity to Metrorail and Metromover
stations. (See Land Use Policy LU-1.1.10 and Transportation Policy TR-2.1.3.)
Policy HO-1.1.10: The City shall report annually the extent to which the housing
recommendations set forth in the adopted City of Miami Consolidated Plan (as they may be
amended from time to time) are being realized including those relating to:
1. the preservation of affordable rental hausing through the rehabilitation of existing
serving the needs of small families and single person households, such as the elderly
and person with HIV/AIDS;
2 assistance to residents to achieve homeownership by seeking to increase the
inventory of affordably priced units through new constri action and the creation of a
Purchase Rehab program by providing second mortgage, down payment and closing
cost assistance to first-time homebi iers• and
3. stimulation of affordable housing development through the implementation of policy
with respect to:
a. the cr ation of a land acquisition program for Infill
c. the continued provision of Affordable Housing incentives
d. the provision of training/workshops to developers on City programs and
regulations
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c. ctr amlining of the RFP procosc and the provision of multi year funding
f. Increasing the capacity of non-profit housing providers.
Developers building residential projects for Affordable and Workforce Housing, as described in
the applicable land development regulations, are encouraged to build additional units per acre
to increase the amount of sustainable housing solutions available for households that are cost -
burdened relative to housing expenses. Additional density is permitted subject to the detailed
provisions of the applicable land development regulations.
Policy HO-1.1.11: [Reserved] The City will support the increase in local homeownership through
assistance efforts surrounding financial and educational programming. Residents will be provided
with opportunities that relieve financial burden and provide the necessary knowledge to maintain
their investment. Programming will seek to reduce the out-of-town ownership through a carefully
designed support system built into the local community which is readily available to the city's
residents.
Objective HO-1.2: Maintain and preserve the City's Conserve thc present existing housing stock
of extremely low , very low., low., and moderate income housing (in accordance with the current
standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida) within the City and reduce the
number of substandard units by continuing to eliminate or improve existing housing that does
not meet minimum housing standards. through rehabilitation, reduce the number of unsafc
structures through demolition or rehabilitation, and insure the preservation of historically
significant housing through identification and designation.
Policy HO-1.2.1: The City defines extremely low , very low , low , and moderate -income housing
accordancc with thc current standards and regulations of the United States Department of
I-loi icing and Urhan Development (NI D) and the State of Florida. The City shall continue to
encourage the designation restoration, and adaptive and sensitive reuse of historically,
culturally, or architecturally significant housing through zoning and other incentives deemed
appropriate.
Policy HO-1.2.2: The Cit sh^ma all continue; and, when necessary) expand extre e y
low , low , and modorato incomo state and federally funded housing assistance programs for
maintenance and neighborhood improvements especially with the intent of preventing a net loss
of extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate -income housing (in accordance with the current
standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida) units within the City.
Policy HO-1.2.3: The City's housing programs shall provide for a diverse range of housing
types typologies in all areas of the City, including housing that is affordable to extremely low ,
very low , I^ , andode; ate-i Te househ s (in accordance with the current standards
and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida) as an alternative to the and shall not have a
geographic concentration of low-income housing, thus providing housing for all.
Policy HO-1.2.4: The City will continue to assist non profit, community based organizations in
the development and provision of extremely low , very low , low , and moderate income housing
{in accordance with the current standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida)
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projects to augment the public sector provision of extremely low , very low , low , and modcratc
income housing. This assistance will include, but not be limited to, technical assistance,
street improvements, curbing, landscaping and public open spaces, proper drainage and street
lighting. Through Code Enforcement, collaborate with residential neighborhoods to foster the
preservation and revitalization of City neighborhoods, prevent blight, and educate property
owners on property maintenance standards.
Policy HO-1.2.5: The City defines substandard housing as any residential unit that lacks either
complete kitchen or plumbing facilities, does not satisfy h alth and safcty codcs, or dctracts
as compliant with the State's definition of substandard housing in s/120.000'1(12), F.S. Code
Enforcement shall issue citations to housing units that do not meet code requirements of
standard housing conditions.
Policy HO-1.2.6: With the intent of preserving and enhancing neighborhood charac er, the City
wil-kshall utilize code enforcement to pre%rc issue citations to reduce the number of illegal
conversions of single-family residences into multifamily units.
Policy HO-1.2.7: The City shall continue to enforce and implement neighborhood specific
design and development standards that may be developed as a result of the amendments to the
City's land development regulations and other initiatives to strengthen those sections of the
Zoning Ordinance that are intended to preserve and enhance the general appearance and
character of the City's neighborhoods.
Policy HO-1.2.8: The City will increase code enforcement efforts in areas where significant
concentrations of substandard units are likely to exist. The City will shall implement programs to
assist extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate -income households {in accordance with the
current standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida) in rehabilitating their units.
Owners of substandard units will -shall be required to make needed repairs in a timely manner
and vacant or abandoned property wi-l-kshall be required to be secured so as not to represent a
public health or safety hazard.
Policy HO-1.2.9: The City shall monitor conditions and if necessary, formally request that
Miami -Dade County maintain an -acceptable quality of public housing within the City.
Policy HO-1.2.10: The City will, through its building code enforcement, demolish all structures
determined to be structurally unsafe.
Policy HO-1.2.11: Historically significant housing in the City will be identified and subject to
Chapter 23 and other appropriate sections of the City's Code and Zoning Ordinance.
Objective HO-1.3: Facilitate the private and public sector provision of housing in non isolated
residential areas for community based residential facilities and-fester care facilities (including
those funded by the Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services). Continue to
provide sites for licensed community based residential facilities and foster care facilities.
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Policy HO-1.3.1: The City will shall continue to permit the operation of group homes, foster care
facilities, and Adult Congregate Living Facilities (ACLFs), subject to restrictions reflected in the
City Zoning Ordinance, in all residential areas at the residential densities for which those areas
are zoned.
Policy HO-1.3.2: The City's land development regulations shall be reviewed and amended
where warranted, to prevent concentrations of group homes, foster care facilities, and Adult
Congregate Living Facilities (ACLFs) in any area of the City.
Policy HO-1.3.3: [Reserved} The City shall encourage a diverse range of housing types and
sizes in a pedestrian -friendly environment, in coordination with funding and housing
rehabilitation programs, to promote healthy aging -in -place for aging residents.
Policy HO-1.3.4 [Reserved]
Objective HO- 1.4: The City shall continue to participa n a regional effort to provide
adequate shelter for the homeless.
Policy HO-1.4.1: The City, along with Miami -Dade County, The Homeless Trust, Downtown
Development Authority, Broward County, the major municipalities of the region, the South
Florida Regional Planning Council, and the State Department of Health and Rehabilitative
Services will shall participate in the development of a coordinated plan to address the problem
of homelessness in South Florida.
Policy HO-1.4.2 [Reserved]
Policy HO-1.4.3: The City shall assist in providing, when necessary, temporary emergency
shelter facilities to serve homeless families, seniors, LGBTQ+ persons and children.
Policy HO-1.4.4: The City's land development regulations shall permit temporary crisis
intervention facilities and short-term transitional facilities (aimed at assisting the homeless to
become self-supporting members of society) to be located proximate to areas where social
assistance and economic opportunities are available.
Policy HO-1.4.5: The City shall continue and expand its efforts to acquire and administer
federal and state financial aid for homeless assistance.
Policy HO-1.4.6: The City wshall provide regulations for, and permit the siting of, homeless
shelters within its land development regulations and take appropriate measures to prevent a net
loss of shelter capacity. The City will develop a ten year plan designed to end chronic
homelessness by working toward a more equitable distribution of facilitics throughout Miami
Dade County. The City shall continue to work with Miami -Dade County and local stakeholders,
to mitigate chronic homelessness.
Policy HO- 1.4.7: The City shall seek opportunities to monitor and track the locations of shelters
and alternative housing options through technological means such as Geographic Information
Systems.
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Policy HO- 1.4.8: The City shall maintain a database of available land and structures as an
inventory of possible locations for unhoused populations citywide.
Objective HO-1.5: Provide assistance to displaced occupants where public redevelopment
programs require relocation.
Policy HO-1.5.1: The City's housing program w+l-kshall continue to provide for assistance to
occupants displaced by public redevelopment projects so that suitable relocation housing in
proximity to employment and necessary public services is available prior to the demolition or
replacement of existing housing serving extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate -income
occupants.
Objective HO-1.6 [Reserved]
Policy HO-1.6.1 [Reserved]
Goal HO-2: Achieve a livable city center with a variety of urban housing types for
persons of all income levels in a walkable, mixed -use, urban environment.
Objective HO-2.1: Design and create pedestrian friendly environments and neighborhoods with
varied housing prototypes and amenities catering to persons of diverse social, economic,, and
cultural backgrounds, with a variety of urban housing types for persons of all income levels
including those of extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate -income households (in
accordance with the current standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida)
provided in a walkable, mixed -use, urban environment.
Policy HO-2.1.1: Through the land development regulations, the City w+l-kshall continue to
protect and enhance existing neighborhoods in downtown.
Policy HO-2.1.2: The City wilkshall continue to revise residential zoning district regulations to
provide greater flexibility for the design and development of a variety of contemporary housing
types and mixed -use developments with the application of new higher density zoning in
accordance with neighborhood specific design and development standards that might be
adopted as a result of amendments to the City's land development regulations and other
neighborhood planning initiatives.
Policy HO-2.1.3: The City w+l-kshall continue to occ c ensure that necessary support services,
institutions, and amenities are available to existing neighborhoods.
Policy HO-2.1.4: The City w+l-kshall continue to promote development of new, high quality, dense
urban neighborhoods along the Miami River in the downtown.
Policy HO-2.1.5: The City w+l-kshall continue to encourage adaptive reuse of commercial space
for residential use by working to eliminate unnecessary residential requirements in the Zoning
Ordinance that inhibit reasonable adaptive reuse.
Policy HO-2.1.6: The City w+l-kshall continue to target available governmental housing
assistance programs and funds to assist with development of affordable housing in existing
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viable neighborhoods and publicly designated redevelopment districts while avoiding undue
concentrations of assisted housing.
Policy HO-2.1.7: Working together with private developers, the City shall continue to apply
for Urban Development Action Grants (UDAG's), Housing Development Action Grants
(HoD GLs� and other potential grant programs in the Southeast Overtewn/oarh Nos+ I ummus
Dark Ri„er Quadrant and Wes+ Brickell areas where housing can be developed as a part of
mixed -use projects for extremely low, very low-, low- and moderate -income persons and
workforce households.
Policy HO-2.1.8: Through changes in the City's land development regulations, the City will shall
continue to expand the areas in which new commercial development ma receive incentives for
Housing Trust Fund contributions.
Policy HO-2.1.9: [Reserved} New housing opportunities that are context -sensitive to the existing
urban fabric shall be explored through development and redevelopment in neighborhoods
throughout the City. Areas in close proximity to fixed -rail transit shall be prioritized for new
housing opportunities. These new housing opportunities shall be transitional in form with the
existing scale and character of the neighborhood.
Policy HO-2.1.10: The City shall explore code changes to expand the availability of accessory
dwelling units in greater areas of the City, while respecting the scale and architectural character
of each neighborhood,- and shall develop suitable development regulations.
Policy HO-2.1.11: The City of Miami encourages theevelAnt of housing typologies that
promotes Missing Middle Housing, which are the housing types that fall between detached
single family and large mid -rise buildings. This includes housing such as duplexes, triplexes,
courtyard apartments, townhomes, and live / work units.
Objective HO 2.2: By 2023, five percent (5%) of tho now housing stock will bo mixod income
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sustainable housing solutions available for households that are cost burdened relative to
housing expenses. The additional density is permitted subject to the detailed provisions e# k►c
applicable land development regulations.
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Sanitary & Storm Sewers Element
Goal SS-1: Ensure a clean, healthy urban environment through the proper maintenance,
timely provision and efficient operation of a centralized wastewater treatment and
ancillary sewerage system.
Objective SS-1.1: All residences and businesses within the City that have been approved are
served by sanitary sewers, and the City wishall continue to replace and repair aging segments
of the system as required, and w+l-kshall coordinate with Miami -Dade County on the extension
of, or increase in the capacity of, treatment facilities to meet future needs.
Policy SS-1.1.1: The City will shall continue to implement existing plans to extend the sewerage
system to all approved areas of the City.
Policy SS-1.1.2: The City wishall complete those sar ry sewer projects described in the
City's Capital Improvement Program as scheduled. . A
Policy SS-1.1.3: The City wi1I-shall monitor progress on all sanitary sewer related capital
improvement projects on an annual basis as part of its capital improvement implementation
procedures.
Policy SS-1.1.4: Although the City has no authority with respect to Miami -Dade County's
wastewater treatment programs, the City shall, through its Intergovernmental Coordination
Policies, continue to support, and cooperate with, Miami -Dade Water and Sewer Department
(M-DWASD) actions to expand the capacities of its wastewater treatment facilities as expressed
in that Department's Wastewater Facilities Master Plan, dated April 2008 as amended in 2014,
and 2015, and as may be amen eed from time to time.
Objective SS-1.2: Ensure that the practice of wastewater management is consistent with the
protection and preservation of natur I resources.
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Policy SS-1.2.1: Although the Cityno authority with respect to Miami -Dade County's
wastewater treatment programs, the City shall, through its Intergovernmental Coordination
Policies, support and encourage MDWASD to continue to adhere to its current policies of: no
discharge of wastewater to surface fresh waters; advanced waste treatment at all "package"
treatment plants that are granted variances from "no discharge" requirements; secondary
treatment prior to discharge from ocean outfalls; secondary treatment, proven design, local
operating experience and compliance with all regulatory agency requirements prior to discharge
from injection wells; and secondary or higher levels of treatment, as required by regulations,
prior to discharge to shallow groundwater to ensure no negative impact on the ability of the
receiving waters to meet Federal Drinking Water Standards.
Policy SS-1.2.2: In the design and construction of new sewers, and in the repair and
replacement of old sewers, the City w+4-shall use appropriate design and construction
techniques to eliminate infiltration of storm waters into the sanitary sewer system, or the
overflow of wastewater into the storm sewer system.
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Policy SS-1.2.3: The City will shall use its authority under local codes and ordinances to
cooperate with Miami -Dade County DERM to identify and eliminate any sites where there may
be illegal connections of sanitary sewers to the storm sewer system.
Policy SS-1.2.4: The Citywil-kshall through its Intergovernmental Coordination Policies,
negotiate with MDWASD to seek cooperative agreements to ensure that the operation of the
Central District wastewater treatment facility on Virginia Key does not degrade the natural
environment or limit the public's access to recreational opportunities on the island.
Objective SS-1.3: The City's land development regulations will shall ensure that approval of
development or redevelopment will shall not occur until there exists adequate wastewater
transmission capacity to serve that development.
Policy SS-1.3.1: The level of service standard to determine adequate transmission capacity is
1/11 122 gallons per capita per day (GPCD).
Policy SS-1.3.2: All improvements for replacement, expansion,, or increase in capacity of the
sanitary sewer transmission network shall be compa with thvel of service standard
adopted in Policy 1.3.1.
Policy SS-1.3.3: Since the sanitary sewer network is an interconnected Countywide system, the
departments of Resilience & Public Works and Planning w+l-kshall cooperate with MDWASD to
jointly develop methodologies and procedures for biannually updating estimates of system
demand and capacity.
Policy SS-1.3.4: The City will shall monitor the permitting of any development or redevelopment
occurring outside of the City's boundaries which by gravity connects to the City's sewer
transmission network.
Objective SS-1.4: The City's sanitary sewer collection system is a valuable and costly element
of the urban infr cture, and its use is to be maximized in the most efficient manner.
Policy SS-1.4'.'1: The City w11I-shall ensure, through its concurrency management system, that
sanitary sewer and storm sewers shall be in place to serve new development or redevelopment
no later than the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent. (See
Sanitary and Storm Sewer olicy SS-2.5.1.)
Goal SS-2: Provide admit ate stormwater drainage to reasonably protect against flooding
in areas of intensive use and occupation, while preventing degradation of quality in
receiving waters.
Objective SS-2.1: In accordance with the 1986 Storm Drainagc Stormwater Master Plan and
subsequent updates, the City wi.lkshall address the most critical drainage problems. The City's
goals for retrofitting subcatchment areas within the City w+l-kshall meet or exceed the five-year
frequency, 24-hour duration standard while utilizing water quality design criteria. The City will
shall confer with local agencies, namely the Miami -Dade County Department of Environmental
Resources Management (DERM) when retrofitting City projects to incorporate design criteria
and best management practices (BMPs).
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Policy SS-2.1.1: The City will shall adhere to its 1986 Storm Drainage Stormwater Master Plan
and subsequent updates as the long-range policy guideline for improving its storm drainage
stormwater management system, and shall update the estimated cost of implementing that
Plan through the annual updates to the City's Capital Improvements Program included in the
Capital Improvements eElement of the MCNP. The City shall rank the projects specified in
the 1986 Storm Drainage Stormwater Master Plan, with priority given to addressing the most
critical problem areas within the City, and implement those projects supported by a financing
plan according to the provisions of Chapter 18, Article VIII of the City Code, entitled "Stormwater
Water Utility System Fees." The 1986 plan will shall be updated by 2010 2030 with measurable
Goals and Objectives. The plan will shall be reported and reviewed annually and at time of EAR.
Policy SS-2.1.2: The City shall continue to monitor progress on all storm sewer -related
capital improvement projects on an annual basis as part of its capital improvement
implementation procedures.
Policy SS-2.1.3: The City shall ensure, through its concurrency managemen system, that
sanitary sewer and storm sewers shall be in place to serve new development eand
redevelopment no later than the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its functional
equivalent. Issuance of any development permit shall require compliance with a drainage level
of service standard of a one -in -five-year storm event while incorporating water quality
considerations.
Objective SS-2.2: The practice of stormwater management within the City shall be designed
to reduce pollutant -loading rates to surface waters.
Policy SS-2.2.1: The City shall retrofit the number of storm water outfalls that discharge into
the Miami River and its tributaries, the Little River, and directly into Biscayne Bay. If positive
drainage systems to these water bodies are deemed to be the only feasible method of
maintaining adequate storm drainage, then these storm sewers shall be designed and
constructed to retain grease and oil, and minimize pollutant discharges. (See Natural Resource
Conservation Policy NR-1.1.2 and Coastal Management Policy CM-1.1.2.)
Policy SS-2.2.2: In order to reduce the level of contaminants carried into Biscayne Bay via the
Miami and Little rivers, the Solid Waste Department should be encouraged to increase the
frequency and extent of street sweeping. (See Solid Waste Policy SW-1.3.3.)
Policy SS-2.2.3: The City shall continue to seek cooperative agreements and funding
support from Miami -Dade County DERM, the South Florida Water Management District, the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and any other appropriate state and federal agencies in order to
protect the quality of its surface waters and reduce pollutant loadings into the Miami River, its
tributaries, the Little River, and directly into Biscayne Bay.
Policy SS-2.2.4: The City shall require that "best management practices" shall be used in the
design and construction of stormwater management systems to minimize pollutant load
eventually discharged to natural drainage systems, as well as to regulate the volume and timing
of storm water delivered to natural systems.
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Policy SS-2.2.5: The City will shall continue to enforce Florida Building Code requirements for
the on -site retention of the first inch of stormwater runoff. (See Natural Resource Conservation
Policy NR-2.1.2.)
Policy SS-2.2.6: The City w+fkshall consider the inclusion of stormwater quality control structures
in any new projects for major road improvements and commercial parking areas.
Objective SS-2.3: As the City implements the storm -water management improvements specified
in the 1986 Storm Drainagc Stormwater Master Plan, it w+fkshall ensure that stormwater
management contributes to the conservation of ground water as a future potable water supply.
Policy SS-2.3.1: In its stormwater management practices, the City will -shall promote infiltration
of storm water to surficial or artesian aquifers to prevent further saltwater intrusion, where such
infiltration is deemed to be feasible and cost efficient, and is not likely to represent an
environmental hazard.
Objective SS-2.4: All areas of the City are now served by storm drainage facilities, and the City
w+fkshall continue to coordinate the replacement, repair, extension, and capacity increases of
the system consistent with development and redevelopment needs.
Policy SS-2.4.1: Through enforcement of its Storm Water Utility System as provided in Chapter
53.5 Section 18-291 of the City Code, the City will shall use its authority "to construct,
reconstruct, improve, and extend stormwater utility system and to issue revenue bonds and
other debts if needed to finance in whole or part the cost of such system and to establish just
and equitable rates, fees, and charges for the services and facilities provided by the system."
Objective SS-2.5: The City's storm drainage system is a valuable and costly element of the
urban infrastructure, and its use is to be maximized in the most efficient manner to serve this
fully developed community.
Policy SS-2.5.1: The City w+fkshall use its land development regulations to ensure that
development and redevelopment is consistent with the capacity of the storm drainage system.
(See Say and Storm Sewers Policy SS- 1.4.1.)
Objective SS-2.6: The City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System discharges to the surface
waters of the United States. These discharges are regulated by the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency. The City shall meet the requirements of the permit when operating its drainage
facilities.
Policy SS-2.6.1: The City will shall comply with the conditions in its NPDES permit.
Policy SS-2.6.2: The operation of the City's drainage system to meet NPDES requirements shall
meet the following criteria:
• The Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP) shall be consistent with
stormwater management program elements as defined in the NPDES permit.
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• Stormwater projects and activities shall be consistent with the current local, state, and
federal regulations at the time of implementation.
• Stormwater capital improvement and operation and maintenance projects shall be
implementable.
Policy SS-2.6.3: The City shall, through its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) Permit, enforce and educate all construction sites and operators of such construction
sites, for compliance with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
requirements and the Municipal Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit.
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Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Element
Goal AR-1: Protect the functions of the natural groundwater aquifer recharge areas
within the City to support existing and future population.
Objective AR-1.1: Ensure that stormwater management practices contribute to conservation of
groundwater as a future potable water supply.
Policy AR-1.1.1: As the City implements the projects identified in its 1986 Storm Drainagc
Master Plan City of Miami Stormwater Master Plan and subsequent updates, it w+flshall promote
the infiltration of storm -water to surficial or artesian aquifers to prevent further saltwater
intrusion, where such infiltration is deemed to be feasible, not to represent an environmental
hazard, and to be cost efficient.
Policy AR-1.1.2: The City 4shall coordinate with and support local, state and federal agencies
to achieve regional aquifer recharge protection objectives, including those pertaining to the
quality and quantity of groundwater resources.
Policy AR-1.1.3: The City 4shall continue to support the South Florida Water Management
District efforts to monitor the water levels at the salinity control structures within the City to
prevent against further saltwater intrusion and protect the aquifer recharge areas and cones of
influence of wellfields from contamination. (See Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-
2.1.3.)
Objective AR-1.2: The City w+llshall use its land use and development regulations to ensure that
land uses for areas within the City deemed to be aquifer recharge areas by the South Florida
Water Management District; maintain adequate recharge for the aquifer.
Policy AR-1.2.1: The City willshall maintain low to moderate density uses in the West Flagami
area of the City (as shown on Figure 111.1 of the Data and Analysis) , as seen in Map LU-10 of
Appendix LU-1, as necessary to protect the secondary aquifer recharge area from contaminants
including pollution and saltwater intrusion. (See Land Use Policy LU 1.1.9.)
Policy AR-1.2.2: The City w+llshall work with Miami -Dade County to implement the County
management plan that identifies potential areas of water withdrawals, potential sources of
contamination including saltwater intrusion the impact of potential withdrawals to other legal
users, and the development of practices that w+l4shall maintain this aquifer as a viable water
supply source. Map LU-11 of Appendix LU shows existing water control structures and the
changes of saltwater intrusion over time.
Policy AR-1.2.3: In accordance with the South Florida Water Management District's Lower East
Coast Regional Water Supply Plan and Objective PW-1.3, and its related policies, the City's
coordination with MDWASD shall develop alternative water supply sources to supplement
withdrawals from the Biscayne Aquifer. Such sources may include withdrawals from the Floridan
Aquifer, implementation of water conservation methods, and development of reclaimed and
wastewater reuse strategies.
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Potable Water Element
Goal PW-1: Ensure that all residents and workers potable water users within the City
have adequate access to safe drinking water through the efficient operation of
centralized, County operated potable water treatment facilities and ancillary potable
water transmission system.
Objective PW-1.1: Land development regulations wifishall ensure that approval of development
or redevelopment 4shall not be granted unless and until there exists adequate potable water
transmission capacity to serve that development.
Policy PW-1.1.1: Since the potable water network is an interconnected, Gcounty-wide system,
the City 4shall cooperate with Miami -Dade County Water and Sewer Department (MDWASD)
to jointly develop methodologies and procedures for biannually updating estimates of system
demand and capacity and ensure that sufficient capacity to serve development exists. (See
Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-2.1.4.)
Objective PW-1.2: The City shall coordinate with the MDWASD to ensure adequate levels of
safe potable water are available to meet t s of the City e Natural Resource
Conservation Objective NR-2.1.)
Policy PW-1.2.1: The City wifishall ensure, through its concurrency management system, that
potable water facilities shall be in place to serve new development Band redevelopment no
later than the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent in compliance
with level of service standards for transmission capacity of 92.05 97.54 gallons per capita per
day (GPCD). (See Natural Resource ConservatiorVolicy NR-2.1.5 and Capital Improvements
Policy CI-1.2.3)
Policy PW-1.2.2: Pursuant to Chapter 163.3177(6)(c), F.S., the City has adopted an updated
Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (contained in Appendix PW-1 of the MCNP) for a 210-year
planning period {2014 2033) to be consistent with the MDWASD planning period and that is also
consistent with the current Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update approved by the South
Florida Water Management District (SRWMD) on November 8, 2018 and the current adopted
Miami -Dade County's 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan adopted April 2022 and
corresponding CDMP Text Amendments adopted on January 19, 2023. The City's Work Plan
and the County's Work Plan are incorporated into the City's Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan
by reference. The City's work plan lshall be updated, at a minimum, every 5 years and within
18 months after the South Florida Water Management District's approval of an updated Lower
East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan. (See Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-2.1.7.)
Policy PW-1.2.3: The City 4414shall cooperate and participate to the fullest extent possible with
Miami -Dade County to maintain procedures and programs to monitor levels of service of each
water supply, water treatment and wastewater treatment facility for use by agencies that issue
development orders or permits. Such procedures may include the establishment of water and
wastewater allocation processes to assure that adequate water supply, and water and
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wastewater transmission and treatment capacity is available prior to issuance of development
orders or permits pursuant to Chapter 163.3180(2)43, F.S.
Policy PW-1.2.4: The City shall continue to coordinate through the Planners Technical
Committee and Miami -Dade County to utilize, expand and pursue the development of new
potable water wellfields and alternative water supplies to meet the City's existing and future
water supply needs. Such coordination efforts shall include the transmittal of information for
large scale future land use changes, population and demand projections, water supply needs,
implementation of alternative water supply projects, establishment of level of service standards,
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Policy PW-1.2.5: In the development of its MDWASD's future potable water supplies, the City
shall, to the maximum extent feasible, assist in and utilize methods which preserve the integrity
of the Biscayne Aquifer, protect the quality of surface water and related ecosystems, considered
compatible with the South Florida Water Management District's Lower East Coast Regional
Water Supply Plan, and comply with that those land use and environmental protection policies
of the City MCNP Miami -Dade County Comprehensive Development Master Plan, the Strategic
Regional Policy Plan for South Florida, and the State Comprehensive Plan.
Objective PW-1.3: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County in the preparation of the
Miami -Dade County 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan to identify and develop those
water supply projects necessary to meet the City's projected water demands for a 210-year
period.
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Policy PW-1.3.1: The City's adopted Water Supply Facilities ork Plan Update (Work Plan),
dated September 10, 2015 adopted herewith, is incorporated as follows in Appendix PW-1 of
the MCNP. This document is designed to: assess current and projected potable water demands;
evaluate the sources and capacities of available water supplies; and, identify those water supply
projects, using all available technologies, necessary to meet the City's water demands for a
210-year period. The City's Work Plan shall remain consistent with projects as listed in the
South Florida Water Management District's Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan
adopted November 8, 2018. The Work Plan shall be updated, at a minimum, every 5-years
and within 18 months after the South Florida Water Management District's approval of an
updated Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan. The Work Plan shall address climate
change and sea level rise that may impact the potable water infrastructure and sources. The
potable water supply facilities necessary to satisfy projected water demands for the City of
Miami during the 201/1 2033planning period are shown in attached as Appendix A of the 10-
Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Appendix PW-1).
Policy PW-1.3.2: The City shall be consistent with the current approved version of South Florida
Water Management District's Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan, adopted
November 8, 2018 and the current adopted Miami -Dade County's 10-Year Water Supply
Facilities Work Plan adopted April 2022 and corresponding CDMP Text Amendments adopted
on January 19, 2023 in developing and updating its 210-Year Work Plan.
Policy PW-1.3.3: The City shall support Miami -Dade County efforts to consider areas that will -be
impacted by sea level rise when building, expanding or planning for new facilities such as water
treatment plants.
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Policy PW-1.3.4: The City shall take all necessary steps to ensure that all future development
and redevelopment shall comply with the landscape standards in Sections 18-A and 18-B of
Miami -Dade County Code and chapter 40E-21, FAC, Water Shortage Plan. (See related
Policies NR-2.1.8 and NR-2.1.9)
Obiective PW-1.4: The City shall promote water conservation practices and the use of water
efficient appliances.
Policy PW-1.4.1: The City shall develop water use and conservation goals informed by data
reported through the Building Efficiency 305 (BE305) program.
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Solid Waste Collection Element
Goal SW-1: Ensure a clean, healthy urban environment through the proper maintenance,
timely provision and efficient operation of an integrated solid waste disposal and
ancillary solid waste collection system.
Objective SW-1.1: The City wil-shall continue to provide solid waste collection services to City
residents and businesses in a manner that ensures public health and safety, and a clean urban
environment.
Policy SW-1.1.1: The City will shall ensure, through its concurrency management system and
contracts for disposal with Miami -Dade County, that solid waste capacity shall be in place to
serve new development and,Ier redevelopment no later than the issuance of a certificate of
occupancy or its functional equivalent in compliance with a level of service standard of seven (7)
lbs. per person per day, which is equivalent to 1.28 tons per person per year that collectively
maintains a solid waste disposal capacity sufficient to accommodate waste flows committed to
the system for a minimum of five (5) years.
Policy SW-1.1.2: Commercial and industrial structures or facilities and high -density residential
areas w+l-kshall continue to be served by either the City's Solid Waste Department or by private
sector providers of solid waste collection services. The City w+ll-sall require IeveIs of ser to
be complied with by private haulers operating within the City's boundaries to provide and
maintain adequate levels of service; and w+41-shall enforce all City regulations regarding the
disposal and collection of solid waste.
Policy SW-1.1.3: Single-family and other low -density residential areas shall continue to be
served by either the City's Solid Waste Department or by private sector providers of solid waste
collection services. The City shall require private haulers operating within the City's boundaries
to provide and maintain adequate levels of service and shall enforce all City regulations
regarding the disposal and collection of solid waste.
Policy SW-1.1.34: The City shall maintain solid waste collection equipment as required to serve
the public needs according to the service standard adopted in Policy SW-1.1.1.
Policy SW-1.1.45: The City kaki41-shall take appropriate measures to ensure compliance with its
"Garbage and Trash Ordinance," Chapter 22 of the Municipal Code.
Policy SW-1.1.56: Land development regulations w+l-kshall be consistent with the provision of
solid waste collection services in accordance with the adopted Level of Service.
Policy SW-1.1.67: In the allocation of funds for the provision of solid waste services, first priority
w+l-kshall be given to those improvements and programs that are necessary to protect the health,
safety and the integrity of the environment, and meet federal, state and local legal and
regulatory requirements. Second priority in the allocation of funds w+41-shall be assigned to
improvements that are necessary to meet existing deficiencies in capacity or service, or
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required to replace or repair needed equipment, while third priority will shall be assigned to
those projects that increase the extent of services.
Policy SW-1.1.8: The City shall, through enforcement of its powers to regulate solid waste
collection services, require promoters of major public events to reimburse the City for
extraordinary trash and garbage collection services required as a result of such events.
Objective SW-1.2: Although the City has no authority governing solid waste transfer and
disposal, it w+l-kshall continue to support Miami -Dade County efforts intended to ensure that
transfer stations and disposal sites are sufficient to meet all the disposal needs of City residents
and businesses according to the service standards adopted in Policy 1.1.1.
Policy SW-1.2.1: The City's departments of Solid Waste and Planning, through the City's
Intergovernmental Coordination Policies, shall request the Miami -Dade County Department of
Solid Waste Management to jointly develop methodologies and procedures to biennially update
estimates of system demand and capacity.
Policy SW-1.2.2: The City shall support Miami -Dade County's policy to implement the County's
Solid Waste Disposal and Resources Recovery Management Plan.
Policy SW-1.2.3: The City shall continue to explore the development of resource recovery
and cogeneration activities and, subject to concurrence by Miami -Dade County, consider the
implementation of programs and procedures that decentralize solid waste disposal and reduce
the volume of solid waste that is disposed of at County landfills.
Policy SW-1.2.4: The City will -shall work with, and support, the County's efforts to identify
generators of hazardous waste, and to develop and enforce procedures for the proper collection
and disposal of hazardous waste. Its departments w+41shall support the County's program to
enforce all non -household producers of hazardous waste in identifying waste and disposing of it
according to EPA, State, and local standards. The City w+l-kshall support Miami -Dade County's
development of a hazardous waste temporary storage and transfer facility in a non -populated
area. In coordination with Miami -Dade County, the City shall work to meet the Region's
objective to reduce the incidence of improper hazardous materials and waste handling and
disposal. (See Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-1.1.8.)
Policy SW-1.2.5: The City shall, through its Intergovernmental Coordination Policies, encourage
the County to utilize "amnesty days" to encourage small volume, non-commercial producers of
hazardous waste to safely dispose of such waste, and to develop a permanent system for
households, small business, and other low volume generators to safely dispose of hazardous
wastes.
Objective SW-1.3: It shall be the City's policy that solid waste collection procedures shall be
conducted in a manner that will shall reduce the quantity of litter, trash, and abandoned
personal property on city streets.
Policy SW-1.3.1: The City shall continue to actively support and implement neighborhood
clean-up and beautification efforts through public awareness and information programs.
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Policy SW-1.3.2: The City shall, through enforcement of those provisions of the City Code that
protect and enhance the appearance of neighborhoods, ensure that streets and yards remain
clean and attractive. Where the City Code falls short of the provisions necessary to accomplish
this, revisions shall be proposed to the City Commission.
Policy SW-1.3.3: The Solid Waste Department should be encouraged to increase street
sweeping frequencies in order to reduce pollution to surface waters via storm -water runoff and
to reduce or eliminate litter in areas where significant problems may exist. (See Sanitary and
Storm Sewers Policy SS-2.2.2.)
Objective SW-1.4: Although the City has no authority governing solid waste transfer and
disposal, it shall continue to support and cooperate with Miami -Dade County efforts to
encourage the recycling of solid waste materials and reduce the volume of waste set aside for
collection and disposal.
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Policy SW-1.4.1: The City shall, through its publicity programs and mechanismsncourage the
use of recyclable packaging materials.
Policy SW-1.4.2: The City shall evaluate the development of reuse and/or recycling programs
for used tires, waste oils, and similar recyclable materials and make recommendations for
applicable additions or amendments to City procedures governing the disposal of these
materials.
Policy SW-1.4.3: The City shall, through its publicity programs and mechanisms, encourage
residents to reduce the volume of yard,a4d tree trimmings, and food waste set aside for
disposal by promoting the use of composting.
Goal SW-2: Reduce litter in the Cily_by addressing both generation and improper
disposal of solid waste.
Objective SW-2.1: Address primary contributors of coastal and marine debris, food packaging,
and single use plastics.
Policy SW-2.1.1: The City shall seek to reduce the use of single use plastics at special events
held at City properties and facilities.
Policy SW-2.1.2: The City shall work with restaurants and food retailers to investigate ways to
reduce contributions of solid waste to the waste stream.
Objective SW-2.2: Reduce food waste from entering the waste stream.
Policy SW-2.2.1: The City shall promote composting and food waste reclamation to make
beneficial use of food waste.
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Transportation Element
This element was completely revised during the Evaluation, Appraisal and Review process,
commenced in 2015. The final adoption by City Commission was December 14, 2017 and the
Notice of Intent to find the amendments consistent with Section 163.3184 was issued on May
14, 2018.
GOAL TR 1: MAINTAIN AN EFFECTIVE AND COST EFFICIENT CIRCULATION NETWORK
THAT PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION FOR ALL PERSONS WHILE REDUCING BOTH THE
DEPENDENCY ON AIITOMOBI1 ES AND OVERAI I ROADWAY CONGESTION
Goal TR-1: Maintain an effective and cost efficient circulation network that provides
transportation for all persons while reducing both the dependency on automobiles and
overall roadway congestion.
Objective TR-1.1: Encourage sustainable growth an velopmenthat aims to improve
mobility, reduce congestion, and supports the overall growth strategy of the City.
Policy TR-1.1.1: As an Urban Infill Area (UIA) and/or a Transportation Concurrency Exemption
Area (TCEA) established by Miami -Dade County, Laws and Regulations, and illustrated in
Appendix TR-1, Map TR-13.1, of the Data and Analysis, the City shall encourage the
concentration and intensification of development around centers of activity with the goal of
enhancing the livability of residential neighborhoods, supporting economic development, and
the viability of commercial areas. Infill development on vacant parcels, adaptive reuse of
underutilized land and structures, redevelopment of substandard sites, downtown revitalization,
and development projects that promote public transportation will shall be heavily encouraged.
(See Policy LU- 1.1.11.)
Policy TR-1.1.2: The City shall provide and coordinate with other agencies (Florida
Department of Transportation and the Miami -Dade Metropolitan Planning Organization and
Miami -Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works) sufficient multimodal
transportation facilities and services to address existing level of service deficiencies and to
promote and accommodate the City's growth strategy by linking centers of activity with effective
transportation options, thereby improving accessibility.
Policy TR-1.1.3: Through application of the provisions of its land development regulations, the
City shall encourage residential development near large employment centers in order to
minimize commutes within the City and investigate opportunities for mixed -use developments.
Policy TR-1.1.4: The City will shall implement growth strategies that encourage infill and
redevelopment in order to take advantage of the multimodal transportation options available,
thereby reducing the dependency on automobiles for new developments.
Policy TR-1.1.5: The City shall encourage new development to be structured to reinforce a
pattern of neighborhoods and urban centers by focusing growth along transit corridors and
around transit nodes and centers.
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Policy TR-1.1.6: The City will shall design and promote transportation facilities that are
consistent with adjacent land uses, preserve natural features, protect historic and cultural
resources, and enhance community appearance and vibrancy.
Policy TR-1.1.7: The City will shall approve developments that minimize impacts to and help
retain the City's natural infrastructure and visual character derived from its unique location and
climate, including topography, landscape, and coastline.
Objective TR-1.2: Reduce private vehicle trips by 15% (compared to 2018 levels) by 2035 by
€encourageinq the development of an efficient transportation network that minimizes
greenhouse gas emissions, vehicle miles traveled, and reduces the demand for parking.
Policy TR-1.2.1: The City w+l-kshall continue to promote the development of public and private
peripheral parking garages near the expressways and arterial entrances to downtown.
Policy TR-1.2.2: The City w+l-kshall continue to support the aunty's efforts to increase reliance
on parking at satellite park -and -ride lots such as outlying Metrorail stations and express bus
stops to reduce vehicle miles traveled downtown an. • mote to se of alternative travel
modes.
Policy TR-1.2.3: The City will shall encourage that all roadway and transportation projects use a
context -sensitive approach to minimize impacts to neighborhoods by conserving energy
resources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and limiting air pollution. Priority for funding
should be given to projects which support safety, reductions in greenhouse gas emissions,
reducing roadway congestion, and encourage multi-modalism.
Policy TR-1.2.4: The City w+l-I-shall provide reduced, shared or alleviated parking requirements
within the Land Development Regulations for developments located within a 1/4 mile of transit
corridors or 1/2 mile from Metrorail stations or Metromover station fixed -rail stations (as
illustrated in Appendix TR-1, Map TR-13.2, titled Centers and Transit Corridors). Specific
measures to accommodate this policy include:
The number of parking spaces required for new development and
redevelopment within a 1/4 mile of transit corridors or 1/2 mile from Metrorail
ctation-s or Metromover stations wi11shall be reduced while limiting the
maximum number of allowable parking spaces.
New surface parking lots are discouraged to achieve the ultimate objective of
reduced parking as a primary use within a 1/4 mile of transit corridors or 1/2
mile from Metrorail stations or Metromover stations.
Policy TR-1.2.5: The City w+l-kshall update the map on an annual basis to be scheduled by the
City of Miami depicting the location of existing and planned future major parking facilities (200 or
more parking spots), which will shall also be available for public use through the City of Miami
website. Map TR-3 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section of this
element illustrates the existing parking facilities (200 or more parking spots) within the City.
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Policy TR-1.2.6: The City will shall manage the downtown parking supply through enforcement
of minimum and maximum on- site parking limitations, as provided for in Section 14-182.
Policy TR-1.2.7: The City requires implementation of "Transportation Control Measures" such as
those identified in Sec. 14-184 and Sec. 14-182 of the City Code, including future updates and
expansion of recommended measures. The City encourages developments to be innovative in
proposing Transportation Control Measures that balance the objective of reducing congestion
and increasing person throughput with the need to promote economic growth, to facilitate local
traffic circulation, and to encourage public transportation use. (See Policy -1.5.2.)
Policy TR-1.2.8: By the end of 2020 2025, the City will shall develop a citywide transportation
master plan that prioritizes projects based on the needs to improve mobility, reduce congestion,
promote public transit, and support economic development and shall be updated
concurrently with future updates to the Transportation Element of the MCNP. (See Policy TR-
2.1.8.)
Policy TR-1.2.9: The City shall annually monitor iourney-to-work data to establish a baseline for
vehicle trip reduction. This data shall be analyzed by trip type to assist the City in targeting
those trips for which the City has the ability to offer alternatives.
Objective TR-1.3: Address the impact of new developments or redevelopment on existing right-
of-way and transportation infrastructure prior to approving new development or redevelopment
to ensure sustainable growth patterns.
Policy TR-1.3.1: The City shall maintain, enfor , and whe e necessary revise, the minimum
right-of-way requirements established in its City Code to ensure the continuity and effectiveness
of the thoroughfare network to support sustainable growth and economic development.
Policy TR-1.3.2: The City wi-l-kshall continue to maintain a comprehensive public rights -of -way
improvements program to identify infrastructure needs especially along major commercial
corridors and other areas within the City's jurisdiction that have high levels of pedestrian activity.
Policy TR-1.3.3: The City will shall require a Traffic Statement documenting the trip generation,
site access and maneuverability diagram for developments and redevelopments that generate
20 or more peak hour trips based on the latest version of the ITE Trip Generation Manual.
Following review of the traffic statement the City reserves the right to require a more in-depth
traffic impact analysis based on location, project intensity, and existing traffic level of service.
Policy TR-1.3.3.1: By December 2018, the City will formalize submittal procedures in a manual
in thei-r—an-alyses ee Pol; Z2.7 and CI-1 2 3 f ` The City shall update the City Code to
include regulations and standards on the administrative process for processing traffic impact
studies.
Policy TR-1.3.3.2: The City shall require the implementation of transportation control
measures for all new developments or redevelopment, including an implementation plan and
schedule to enforce provision of such measures to mitigate traffic impacts identified in the traffic
analysis.
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Policy TR-1.3.3.3: City of Miami Office of Transportation Management has the discretion to
request the applicant to submit Traffic Impact Studies and Traffic Study Methodologies as
necessary. The City's Office of Transportation Management may request that these studies be
sent to Miami Dade County Transportation, Miami Dade Public Works, or FDOT, or any
combination of these agencies, for review or feedback, prior to final City approval.
Objective TR-1.4: Implement neighborhood traffic management and traffic calming programs to
protect and enhance the character of the city's residential neighborhoods and neighborhood
commercial corridors through coordination with the Future Land Use Map, Land Development
Regulations, and adopted Neighborhood plans and recommendations.
Policy TR-1.4.1: The City will shall seek cooperative inter -local agreements, ILA, as necessary,
with Miami -Dade County and with the FDOT to ensure that the County and State's
transportation improvements are designed to minimize the intrusion of commuter traffic on City
residential streets, do not sever or fragment well- defined neighborhoods, and do not result in
major disruption to pedestrian traffic. (See Policy IC-3.1.3.)
Policy TR-1.4.2: As streets undergo major repairs or renovation, the City shall seek to
eliminate dirt shoulders and provide curbing, gutters, sidewalks, crosswalks, and bicycle
facilities to improve the physical appearance, mobility, and quality of the City's neighborhoods
and districts.
Policy TR-1.4.3: The City w+l-kshall continue to respond to neighborhood traffic concerns by
developing and implementing neighborhood traffic calming measures using standard traffic flow
modification procedures in place by Miami -Dade County and FDOT to evaluate traffic calming
proposals. Neighborhood traffic calming measures may include but are not limited to traffic
circles, median modifications, mid -block raised medians, chicanes, diagonal diverters, raised
crosswalks, curb extensions, on -street parking, road closures, reduced lane widths, streetscape
improvements, bicycle boulevards, and inclusion of bicycle facilities.
Policy TR-1.4.4: In an effort to better identify problems and select proper traffic calming
solutions in residential neighborhoods to reduce traffic speeds and cut -through traffic, the City
w+41-shall encourage and promote more citizen and stakeholder involvement to build support for
neighborhood traffic calming plans.
Objective TR-1.5: Implement and monitor Transportation Control Measures in coordination with
other public agencies and private developers to reduce the dependency on automobiles and
roadway congestion.
Policy TR-1.5.1: The City w+l-kshall support the County's efforts to increase the efficiency and
safety of the existing thoroughfare network by improving and coordinating signal timing,
providing and promoting more transportation choices, and encouraging staggered work
schedules.
Policy TR-1.5.2: The City w+l-kshall require all new developments to implement transportation
control measures in an effort to promote a general reduction in vehicular traffic by increasing
auto occupancy and transit ridership. These measures can include, but not be limited to, parking
management and ridesharing programs to promote carpooling, vanpooling, car sharing and use
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of hybrid or electric vehicles, transit discount and fare subsidy programs, transit fare tax
incentive programs, car charging stations, flexible work hours, compressed work weeks,
telecommuting programs, the construction of on -site transit shelters, transit amenities, transit
stops, transit drop-off locations or pull-out bays, bicycle storage facilities, bicycle share
programs, and park -and -ride lots. (See Policy TR-1.2.7.)
Policy TR-1.5.3: The City will shall continue to utilize and coordinate with FDOT's South Florida
Commuter Services (SFCS) program to establish and implement transportation demand
management strategies for all future and existing employers with more than 50 employees. The
City shall lead by example in developing transportation demand management strategies for
City employees. (See Policy IC-2.1.4.)
Policy TR-1.5.4: The City will shall continue to encourage large employers such as the
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Health District/Civic Center stakeholders, and
other local facility operators to participate in transportation management initiatives and
strategies to help increase transit ridership and decrease the demand for surface parking in an
effort to improve accessibility, traffic circulation, and reduce parking problems.
Policy TR-1.5.5: The City shall require new large-scale developments defined as all projects
that exceed 200,000 total square feet and/or a minimum of 199 total dwelling units to adopt and
enforce measures that w4kshall reduce the generation of new single -occupant passenger car
trips in areas of high -density development, and engage the use of high -occupant vehicles,
including public transit, for home -based woi trips.
Policy TR-1.5.6: The City shall, pursuant fd'Ch'er 163 of the State Statute, apply credit
against future transportation concurrency requirements for property owners based on the
property owner's contribution of right -of- way that expands a state transportation facility as set
forth in a legally binding agreement with the City.
Objective TR-1.6: All arterial and collector roadways within the City's boundaries shall
operate at the acceptable levels of service (LOS) established by the agency responsible for
maintenance.
Policy TR-1.6.1: Within its jurisdiction, the City has adopted FDOT's minimum vehicle -trip LOS
targets for State of Florida Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) roadways and non-SIS roadways
to plan, design and operate at an acceptable TLevel of &Service for the traveling public during
peak travel hours of "D" in urbanized areas. The City of Miami recognizes that a number of
facilities are experiencing a level of service below this target and the following activities area
planned to address substandard performance:
Policy TR-1.6.1.1: The City will shall conduct a citywide visioning process to identify specific
multimodal strategies and projects in collaboration with its partner agencies to identify remedial
implementation plans for Complete Streets and Transportation System Management &
Operations projects and solutions with an eye toward emerging technologies and
communications.
Policy TR-1.6.1.2: Prepare a multimodal transportation master plan to identify timing and cost
associated with priority solutions vetted during the visioning process.
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Policy TR-1.6.1.3: Provide significant input to the next long-range transportation plan cycle to
2045 for projects and funding implications/strategies to ensure successful and timely
implementation of priority projects.
Policy TR-1.6.1.4: The City of Miami encourages development projects located in transit -
oriented development areas to create a transportation demand management plan to reduce
overall peak -hour demand and use of single occupant vehicles to include TDM strategies,
consistent with policy TC-1 F of the Miami -Dade County.
Policy TR-1.6.2: The City will shall continue to monitor these vehicle -trip LOS (as illustrated in
Map TR-8 of Appendix TR-1) and recommend transportation control measures, signal
improvements and management strategies for all roadways (SIS and non-SIS) within the City.
Policy TR-1.6.3: The City will shall retain the (Level of &Service target for urbanized areas as
outlined in FDOT Planning Topic No. 525-000-006a for SIS facilities to be a level of service "D"
during peak travel hours for automobiles. Quality/level of service for other highway modes on
SIS facilities (e.g. bus, pedestrian, bicycle) shall be determined on a case by case basis.
Policy TR-1.6.4: Person Trip LOS methodology is not applicable for SIS facilities. The vehicle -
trip LOS measures shall be applied to all evaluations of SIS facilities and any other facilities
of state importance.
Objective TR-1.7: Utilize the person -trip me `° odo 0117 yy emvaluating new downtown
developments and redevelopment's impact o he local roway level of service.
Policy TR-1.7.1: The City's updated Person -Trip LOS shall be implemented for non-SIS
local roadways in Centers (as depicted on Map TR-13.2 within Appendix TR-1, the Data
Inventory and Analysis section). Within these non-SIS roadways, the Person -Trip LOS
methodology shall only be applied to those non-SIS Centers and Transit Corridors within the
Downtown Development of Regional Impact Increment III (DDRI III) and the Southeast
Overtown Park West DRI Increment III (SEOPW DRI III). Non-SIS Centers and Transit
Corridors feature frequent transit service defined as transit routes with cumulative transit
headways of 10 minutes or Tess, and access to bicycle facilities.
Policy TR-1.7.2: The City shall utilize a tiered LOS analysis when reviewing traffic impacts
for new developments whereby the Person -Trip LOS methodology shall only be applied
within areas identified as a Center while the traditional automobile LOS methodology shall
be applied to all other areas within the City. Both methodologies are then expressed as a ratio
corresponding to letter grades LOS A through LOS F based on the volume -to -capacity ratio in
the same manner as used by the traditional LOS methodology. Both the Person -Trip LOS and
traditional automobile LOS may, at the discretion of the City, require the analysis of traffic
impacts during periods traditionally defined as non -peak. (See CI-1.2.3.f.)
Policy TR-1.7.3: When calculating person -trip volumes for the existing conditions, projected
conditions without the development, and projected conditions with the development, the Person -
Trip LOS shall use roadway average annual daily traffic (AADT), an assumed automobile
occupancy rate of people per automobile (as defined in the appropriate Development of
Regional Impact Increment for that project area), a possible combined trip reduction rate that
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reflects pedestrian and bicycle mode split (based on recent U.S. Census American Community
Survey data or locally -specific travel surveys), and existing transit ridership. When calculating
the person trip capacities, the Person Trip LOS shall use existing roadway capacity adjusted by
an occupancy rate and existing transit capacity data. (See Appendix TR-1 for Data Inventory
and Analysis.)
Policy TR-1.7.4: Issuance of development orders for new development or significant expansion
of existing development w+l-kshall be contingent upon development of an approved mitigation
plan for areas at LOS E (100 percent of capacity) standard or beyond withi centers, transit
corridors, and all other areas. (See CI-1.2.3.f.)
Policy TR-1.7.5: The City will shall continue to monitor, and w+l-kshall update by December 2018
through a new transportation master plan, the Person -Trip Methodology and designation of
transit corridors (as illustrated in Map TR-13.2 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and
Analysis section). This update w+l-kshall include adjustment for modal splits and improvements
or changes to existing transit services and bicycle facilities to better identify, describe, measure,
and evaluate the multimodal transit corridors, facilities and terminals.
Policy TR-1.7.6: Person Trip Methodology is not applicable for SIS facilities. Instead, the
traditional automobile level of service methodology that measures vehicle trips wishall be used
to evaluate SIS facilities and other facilities of state importance.
Future updates will shall also consider changes in existing and future land use, population
density, economic activity, housing, business type and quality, and neighborhood plans. As a
component of this effort, the City wishall assess how the Person -Trip Methodology could be
enhanced to identify projected transit needs and programming on a route -by -route basis in
coordination with the MPO and Miami -Dade County.
GOAL TR 2: PROVIDE A BALANCED, ACCESSIBLE, SAFE, AND SUSTAINABLE MULTI
MO AL ANSPORTATION SYSTCEM LINKING HIGHWAYS TRANSIT GREEN / S-
f f e
BIKEWAYS,AND SIDEWAI KS INTO AEI E SAMSS A/ NETORK
Goal TR-2: Provide a balanced, accessible, safe, and sustainable multi -modal
transportation system linking highways, transit, greenways, bikeways, and sidewalks
into a seamless network.
Objective TR-2.1: Integrate the existing and planned multi -modal transportation system with
existing and future developments.
Policy TR-2.1.1: The City wishall regularly coordinate information provided in the
Transportation Element with the goals, objectives and policies of the Future Land Use
eElement. See Policy LU 1.1.11, including coordination with the land use maps, population
densities, housing, employment patterns, projected development and redevelopment, urban
infill, and other similar characteristics of land use that have an impact on transportation.
Policy TR-2.1.2: The City wishall assist Miami -Dade County in developing the premium transit
projects identified in the MPO's Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) within the City limits.
The City wishall utilize land development regulations and other incentives to help direct
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development where it will shall best support existing and planned transit services. (See Policy
IC-2.1.5.)
Policy TR-2.1.3: The City shall encourage increased density of development within walking
distance of transit corridors and Metrorail stations (as referenced in Policy LU-1.1.10. and HO-
1 1.9).
Policy TR-2.1.4: The City will ensure a strong interface between (re)developments and thc
public transportation system by encouraging Multimodal Design Guidelines listed below that
emphasize improved connectivity bctwccn transit facilities and (re)developments and
incorporate a balanced streetscape design program to consider the following:
A. Encouraging development of a wide variety of residential and non residential land
uses and activities in nodes around rapid transit statioos`to producc short trips, minimizc
transfers, attract transit ridership, and promote transit operational and financial
efficiencies. The particular uses that are approved in a given station area should respect
the character of the nearby neighborhood, strive to serve the needs of the neighborhood,
and promote balance in the range of existing.. •.• •lann=-•_,-nd uses along the subject
transit line.
B. Accommodate new development around rapid transit stations that is well designed,
C. In recognition that many transit riders begin and end their trips as pedestrians,
transit station, small blocks and closely intersecting streets, buildings oricntcd to thc
street or other pedestrian paths, parking lots predominantly to the rear and sides of
buildings, primary building entrances as close to thc street or transit stop ac to thc
arterial and collector streets served by public transit new non residential buildings and
wherever practical will provide at least one fi ill_time b iilding entrance that is
recognizable and accessible from the street and is comparably as close to the street
and/or transit stop as it is to thc primary parking lot.
D. New residential and non residential developments, subdivisions and replats will
provide for buildings that front the transit street, or provide streets or pedestrian
connections that intersect with the transit street in close proximity to transit stops not
more than 700 feet apart.
provide for bicycle and pedestrian connections that intersect with the transit street in
close proximity to transit stops.
F. Redevelopment of property within one-half mile of existing and planned transit
to the transit services and will, wherever practical, be done in a manner that reduce
walking distances and is comfortable and attractive to pedestrians.
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C. Land uscs that arc not conducivc to public transit ridcrship such as car d alcrships,
or expand within one quarter mile of a rapid transit station.
H. Increase the density of development within walking distance of rapid transit stations in
a manncr appropriate to the particular sctti ng of ash transit station and existing ahutti
ng residential neighborhoods are to be protected and preserved.
I. Encourage incorporation of transit stations within private development to integratc
acccc,s to altcrnativc modcs with dircct accc and syncrgics within new mixcd usc
of private developments. (See Policy LU 1.1.19.){Reserved]
Policy TR-2.1.5: The City will shall encourage the utilization of Road/Mobility Impact Fees on
arterials/collectors, transit projects and bicycle facilities within the City, and w+4kshall include said
projects in the LRTP. (See Policy TR- 2.2.5.)
Policy TR-2.1.6: The City will shall respect the character of existing neighborhoods when
establishing design guidelines for connectivity and transit infrastructure that are incorporated
into future development/redevelopment programs.
Policy TR-2.1.7: The City w+1kshall encourage Miami -Dade Transit to prioritize its transit facility
and service improvements along identified transit corridors and adjacent to Metrorail stations.
Policy TR-2.1.8: The Transportation Element w+l-kshall be updated, at a minimum, every five
years and w+1kshall utilize a long range planning horizon of a minimum of 20 years in order to
achieve the maximum consistency with the MPO's LRTP.
Objective TR-2.2: Promote and encourage a balanced multimodal transportation system that
provides a variety of connected transportation options to improve mobility and accessibility for
residents and visitors of all ages.
Policy TR-2.2.1: The City w11kshall continue to foster the development of bicycle and pedestrian
friendly neighborhoods and commercial centers that enhance the environment, improve public
health, and overall quality of life.
Policy TR-2.2.2: The City w+1-kshall use its land development regulations to designate space in
the public right-of-way to accommodate alternative travel modes, including transit, pedestrians,
bicycles, and shared transportation options consistent with the Miami -Dade County Complete
Streets Manual.
Policy TR-2.2.3: The City will shall continue to support the trolley system (as illustrated in Map
TR-5.2 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section) that provides feeder
services and first-mile/last-mile connections to regional, premium transit options such as
Metrorail, Metromover, and Tri-Rail.
Policy TR-2.2.4: The City w+1kshall seek to improve mobility by funding the cost of studies,
plans, programs, and physical improvements identified in its Capital Improvement plans utilizing
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funds provided through the People's Transportation Plan, the Transportation Trust Fund, and
other funds collected with the sole purpose of improving the transportation network.
Policy TR-2.2.5: By December 2020, Through a new transportation masterplan, the City l
shall seek to study and determine the feasibility of establishing a mobility impact fee that would
be collected to fund or supplement the cost of transportation system improvements including
potential investments in the expansion of the Miami Trolley, complete streets improvements,
enhanced bicycle and pedestrian facilities, water taxi services, Light Rail/Streetcar plans, and
other transportation improvements identified in future plans. (See Policy TR-2.1.5.)
Policy TR-2.2.6: The City will shall encourage Miami -Dade County to support cooperation with
private transportation network providers in the enhanced delivery of public transportation
services.
Policy TR-2.2.7: The City shall support Miami -Dade County plans for the provision of water
taxi services along Biscayne Bay and the Miami River at a minimum.
Policy TR-2.2.8: The City will shall regularly monitor transportation trends on an annual basis
using indicators such as transit ridership, jobs/housing balance, mode split, and motor vehicle
registrations.
Policy TR-2.2.9: The City shall consider the income, age, ability, and vehicle ownership
patterns of populations throughout the city when developing transportation systems and facilities
improvements so that all residents, especially those most in need, have access to a wide range
of affordable travel options.
Policy TR-2.2.10: The City will shall continue to seek funding opportunities to implement the
planned Light Rail that connects downtown to Midtown and support the regional effort for
connections to the City of Miami Beach. The alignment for this Beach Connection service is
illustrated in Map TR-23 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section.
Policy TR-2.2.11: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County to implement resiliency
policies to mitigate and protect vulnerable roadways and critical evacuation routes (illustrated in
Maps TR-15 and TR-11 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section
respectively) within the City. (See Policy IC-2.1.6.)
Policy TR-2.2.12: The City will shall encourage the coordination of the intermodal surface and
water transportation access service to the Port of Miami River Working Waterfront. (See Policy
PA-3.2.1 and Policy IC-2.1.30)
Objective TR-2.3: Continue to support, promote, and implement Complete Streets
improvements along City roadways consistent with adjacent land use and context.
Policy TR-2.3.1: The City shall encourage a balanced streetscape design program that
accommodates all roadway users and pays special attention to non -vehicular modes by
focusing on landscaping treatments, pedestrian -scaled lighting, and the construction of
sidewalks and bicycle paths along city streets. These improvements will shall be coordinated
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with major repairs, roadway resurfacing, and other renovations when possible. (See Policy TR-
2.1.4)
Policy TR-2.3.2: The City shall prioritize the implementation of Complete Streets
improvements for roadways that lead to transit nodes, are within transit corridors, or connect to
bicycle/pedestrian paths (i.e. Miami River Greenway, Baywalk, Underline, Overtown Greenway)
to improve roadway safety, reduce conflicts among transportation modes, and to better connect
surrounding developments and neighborhoods. These improvements shall be implemented
with all appropriate phases of roadway projects and will shall include enhanced transit
infrastructure and amenities, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, landscaping, streetscaping, and
traffic calming.
Policy TR-2.3.3: The City shall prioritize bicycle facilities that are protected as a means of
providing safe bicycle facilities for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
Objective TR-2.4: The City shall seek opportunities to improve access to tra1 'it and improve
regional mobility by coordinating with other local transportation agencies, plans, and initiatives.
Policy TR-2.4.1: The City will shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County's SMART Plan, which
specifically aims to provide premium transit service along roadways in the City including
Biscayne Boulevard and West Flagler Street. (See Policy IC-2.1 )
Policy TR-2.4.2: To improve regional mobi I y, the ity will -shall r ularly coordinate with, but
not limited to, Miami -Dade County, FDOT, MPOTPO, South Florida Regional Transportation
Authority (SFRTA), the Port of Miami, the Miami River Commission, the Miami International
Airport and other public agencies to ensure that future improvements to the transportation
network within the City from these agencies are consistent with the goals, objectives, and
policies of the City of Miami's MCNP. (See Policy IC-2.1.8)
Policy TR-2.4.3: The City will shall improve transportation connections to urban centers from all
neighborhoods, particularly by providing a variety of affordable travel options (pedestrian,
transit, and bicycle facilities) and by being attentive to the needs of vulnerable and historically
marginalized populations.
Policy TR-2.4.4: The City shall improve connections to transit by prioritizing sidewalk and
bicycle infrastructure investments adjacent to transit routes, bus stops, and transit stations that
also improve safety and comfort for transit users. These infrastructure investments should
include, but are not limited to, bike racks, exclusive protected bike lanes, street furnishings,
street trees, enhanced crosswalks, pedestrian- scaled lighting, and wayfinding signage.
Policy TR-2.4.5: The City will shall continue to coordinate with SFRTA, FDOT, Miami -Dade
County, and other local agencies to support and develop plans to implement the FEC Coastal
Link Commuter Rail. (See Policy IC-2.1.9)
Policy TR-2.4.6: The City shall coordinate its transportation planning activities with the
annual update to the MPO'.&TPO's Five -Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and
their LRTP update. (See Policy IC-2.1.10)
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Policy TR-2.4.7: The City will shall require all (re)development in existing and planned transit
corridors to be well designed and conducive to pedestrian and transit use. In recognition that
many transit riders begin and end their trips as pedestrians, pedestrian accommodations 3,41-14
shall be made that include, as appropriate, continuous sidewalks to the transit station, small
blocks and closely intersecting streets, buildings that front the street or other pedestrian paths,
parking lots predominantly to the rear and sides of buildings, primary building entrances as
close to the street or transit stop as to the parking lot, shade trees, awnings and other weather
protection for pedestrians.
Policy TR-2.4.8: The City will shall continue to coordinate with Miami -Dade County to promote
public transit and shared transportation services by educating and informing the public of these
services via app-based technologies, informative websites, and other means of communication
to increase transit ridership. (See Policy IC-2.11)
Policy TR-2.4.9: The City will shall publish an annual list compiling the programmed transit -
related improvements from MDT's Transit Development Plan (TDP) and the MPO's LRTP and
TIP that are within the City and shall include this information on the City's website.
Policy TR-2.4.10: The City will shall regularly coordinate with other agencies to market and
promote the use of multimodal transportation options using social media, educational
opportunities, and any other form of public outreach. (See Policy IC-2.1.12)
Objective TR-2.5: Develop and expand the public transit system within the City as part of its
multi -modal transportation network to improve the efficiency, reliability, and overall level of
service for public transit.
Policy TR-2.5.1: The City shall continue to coordinate with Miami -Dade County to improve
the east -west transit services within the City to alleviate traffic congestion. (See Policy IC-
2.1.13)
Policy TR-2.5.2: The City shall support provisions for transit passenger amenities that
enhance convenience such as real- time bus arrival information, shelters, clear route signage,
adequate pedestrian -scaled lighting, and pre- boarding fare payment systems. These
improvements shall be prioritized within transit corridors and near Metrorail stations.
Policy TR-2.5.3: The City shall require that transit facilities, such as turn -out bays, transit
priority signals, high -occupancy vehicle lanes, bus -only lanes, and transit shelter locations, be
included in roadway design proposals, as appropriate, especially for proposals within transit
corridors or in close to proximity to transit stations.
Policy TR-2.5.4: The City will shall continue to coordinate with Miami -Dade County to address
the transit needs consistent with transit planning guidelines while considering population growth
trends within the City and the metropolitan area. (See Policy IC-2.1.14)
Policy TR-2.5.5: The City shall coordinate annually with Miami -Dade County on improving
the efficiency of its public bus transit system, including new service and the expansion of
neighborhood -based local circulator services to promote alternative travel modes within the
TCEA. (See Policy IC-2.1.27)
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Objective TR-2.6: Design, promote, and maintain an efficient and interconnected roadway
system that accommodates pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users as part of its multi -modal
transportation network.
Policy TR-2.6.1: The City shall encourage Miami -Dade County and FDOT to include
improved connections between all modes of transportation, with emphasis on connections to
non -motorized modes, as they are implementing transportation enhancements within City
boundaries.
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shall continue to develop and encourage more bicycle paths, protected bicycle lanes, bicycle
boulevards, cycle tracks, and sharrows throughout the City to expand the bicycle network and
connect any gaps while promoting alternative travel modes. The City shall also promote the
implementation of enhanced bicycle amenities such as bicycle racks, lockers and bicycle
wayfinding signage that helps to encourage more bicycle use. Map TR-6 (within Appendix TR-1)
illustrates the existing bicycle facilities in the City. (See Policy IC-2.1.15)
Policy TR-2.6.3: The City shall in coordination with Miami -Dade Transit and FDOT develop,
prioritize, and implement sidewalk and bicycle infrastructure improvements that are adjacent to
transit routes/corridors and transit stations in order to improve connectivity between transit and
other non -motorized modes of transportation while promoting the use of alternative travel
modes. (See Policy IC-2.1.16)
Objective TR-2.7: Encourage transit supportive development patterns that promote walkable,
mixed use neighborhoods that help to increase transit ridership, reduce automobile trips, and
provide increased mobility for all people.[Reservedl
Policy TR-2.7.1: The City shall preclude land uses within 1/2 mile of a transit corridors,
Metrorail stations, and Metromover stations that are not conducive to public transit ridership
such as car dealerships, car -oriented food establishments, and container yards. Conversely, the
City shall support the expanded development and design of a transit system that helps
shape the desired land use patterns.
Policy TR-2.7.2: The City shall regularly coordinate with Miami -Dade County to improve the
efficiency of its public transit system by supporting transit -oriented development policies and
promoting the use of alternative travel modes within the City. (See Policy IC-2.1.17)
Policy TR-2.7.3: The City shall conduct appropriate land use and zoning analysis of the
areas surrounding each transit station area and transit corridor in order to determine whether
appropriate land use and zoning changes should be implemented that foster transit -oriented
development (as defined by Section 163.3164 F.S.) while protecting the adjacent
neighborhoods from incompatible development. Such land use and zoning changes shall
include minimum and maximum density and intensity standards at the time of implementation
The City shall consider the height, density, intensity, use and scale of new developments
when determining the compatibility with existing neighborhoods. (See Policy TR-1.3.3)
Policy TR-2.7.4: The City shall require site and building design for new developments within
a half mile of a Metrorail station or transit corridor to be coordinated with public transit, bicycle,
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and pedestrian systems. Requirements may include, but not be limited to, pedestrian crossings,
access to transit stations, access to transit vehicles, transit vehicle access to buildings, transfer
centers, shelters, sidewalks, dedicated bicycle lanes and shared -use paths, bicycle racks, and
wayfinding signage.
Policy TR-2.7.5: Through its Land Development Regulations land development regulations, the
City shall continue to control the mix, type, density and design of activity centers and growth
corridors that promote and facilitate walking, bicycling and the use of public transportation.
Policy TR-2.7.6: The City will shall work with Miami -Dade County to promote the transit -oriented
development (TOD) policies found in the Miami -Dade County's Comprehensive Development
Master Plan (CDMP) to support the TCEA as defined in Section 163.3164 (46) F.S, as well as
illustrated in Appendix TR-1, Map 13.2, titled Centers and Transit Corridors. (See Policy IC-
2.1.28)
Objective TR-2.8: Enhance safety and minimize conflicts between all modes of portation
through engineering, education, and enforcement best practices.
Policy TR-2.8.1: The City will shall promote the multimodal transportation initiatives and
recommendations from the adopted Miami Downtown Transportation Master Plan that aim to
rebalance downtown roadways toward transit, pedestrians, and cyclists as well as enhancing
safety and walkability through the implementation of a Pedestrian Priority Zone including design
elements such as the following:
• Clear, unobstructed pedestrian paths on all sidewalks
• Perpendicular curb ramps at all intersections Crosswalks at all intersections
• Automatic countdown timers with more crossing time at all traffic controlled intersections
• Appropriate lane widths for driving lanes, turning lanes, and sharrow lanes
• Sidewalk bulbouts where feasible at all street intersections with curb radii not exceeding
15 feet
• Mid -block lighting
• Shade tree canopy on all sidewalks that consider width of passage, adjacent building
canopies, overhangs, or other architectural devices that provide shade
• Travel speeds and turning movement design as appropriate to intersection
• Seating areas at transit stops
Policy TR-2.8.2: Through coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT, the City shall
continue to support the monitoring of "high crash" locations on city streets and identify design
improvements that may alleviate hazardous conditions, especially to pedestrians and bicyclists.
The City shall utilize safety as an evaluation criterion when improvements are prioritized and
incorporated into the City's Capital Improvement Element.
Policy TR-2.8.3: The City shall continue to provide a properly designed and safe system for
pedestrian access by adhering to design standards and procedures which comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Policy TR-2.8.4: The City will shall continue to provide a properly designed and safe system for
controlling vehicular accessibility to major thoroughfares by adhering to the adopted design
standards and procedures applicable to the agency with jurisdiction over the roadway facility,
which at a minimum address:
• Adequate storage and turning bays;
• Spacing and design of median openings and curb cuts;
• Provision of service roads along major thoroughfares, where applicable;
• Driveway access and spacing; and
• Traffic operations, including the provision of turning bays and bus bays for bus transit.
Policy TR-2.8.5: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City will ensure that blocks aro
beyond.[Reservedl
Policy TR-2.8.6: To improve pedestrian mobility For all now//re)development provide pedestrian
acccss for building frontagcs in accordance with Land Development Regulations. fReservedl
Policy TR-2.8.7: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City will, where appropriate,
designate primary and secondary streets so that most buildings arc oricntcd to primary strccts
to create superior pedestrian environments while service functions such as parking and loading
can be accommodated along secondary streets.jReservedl
Policy TR-2.8.8: By December 202OThrough a new transportation masterplan, the City shall
develop a modal hierarchy for all street classifications within the City that prioritizes the use by
pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and motorists. This modal hierarchy shall be used to
determine the types of Complete Streets accommodations that shall be provided within each
street classification.
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Objective TR-2.9: Provide a safe and effectiveay/sidewalk/greenway network that
advances healthy lifestyles, improves quality of life, better links origins and destinations, and
provides alternative mode choices toautomobiletrips.
Policy TR-2.9.1: The City will -shall continue to support the implementation of the Underline, the
Ludlam Trail, and other `green corridors', which aim to improve the local bicycle network with
enhanced amenities that encourage a more active, healthy lifestyle and the use of alternative
modes of transportation.
Policy TR-2.9.2: The City shall continue to support the implementation of the Riverwalk and
Baywalk initiatives, whose goal is to improve access to Biscayne Bay and the Miami River, by
coordinating with the development community to obtain easements along the Miami River and
Biscayne Bay to connect any gaps in the Riverwalk and Baywalk alignments.
Policy TR-2.9.3: The City shall work with the MPO to develop a comprehensive active
transportation plan for Miami that integrates bicycle, pedestrian, and greenway components by
conducting a network gap analysis and developing a list of prioritized projects based on
objective criteria. These criteria should include road classification; proximity to transit stops and
park -and -ride lots; proximity to schools, parks, or other public facilities; proximity to activity
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centers and transit corridors; consideration of high -crash locations; potential to connect gaps in
existing sidewalk, greenway, and other non -motorized transportation network. (See Policy IC-
2.1.18)
Policy TR-2.9.4: The City shall require that sidewalks and other essential non -motorized
amenities and facilities be included in development plans prior to receiving approval from the
City.
Policy TR-2.9.5: The City shall prioritize enhancements of pedestrian and bicycle circulation,
access, and safety in the downtown, near activity centers, along transit corridors, near schools,
libraries, and parks.
Policy TR-2.9.6: The City shall require that pedestrian mobility be included in Maintenance -
of -Traffic (MOT) reviews.
Policy TR-2.9.7: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County and FDOT to design the
City's thoroughfares strategically to disperse and reduce the Iengtf automobile trips and to
encourage walking and bicycling. (See Policy IC-2.1
Policy TR-2.9.8: The City will shall encourage the provision of bicycle support facilities, such as
secured bicycle racks, personal lockers and showers for new and existing office developments
and employment centers to encourage bicycling as an alternative mode for work commutes.
Policy TR-2.9.9: The City shall include the expansion and continuity of the bicycle network in
capital projects city-wide with a focused emphasis on areas within transit corridors in an effort to
reduce the reliance on automobiles and encourage the use of alternative modes of
transportation.
Policy TR-2.9.10: The City shall remove barriers that prevent the connection of existing
bicycle and pedestrian facilities, which include but are not limited to railroad corridors,
inadequate roadway conditions, physical obstructions and unsafe conditions to crossing the
Miami River, and other physical and psychological barriers. The City shall work to connect
the gaps in the existing bicycle and pedestrian facilities as illustrated in Maps TR-6 and TR-7,
within Appendix TR-1.
Policy TR-2.9.11: The City wi11-shall, in coordination with the MPOTPO, FDOT, and Miami -Dade
County, update the Bicycle Master Plan every five years to ensure consistency with the LRTP.
(See Policy IC-2.1.20)
Policy TR-2.9.12: The City shall work to improve its status as a bicycle -friendly city as
defined by the League of American Bicyclists.
Objective TR-2.10: Integrate innovative technologies to improve the transportation network.
Policy TR-2.10.1: Through the use and integration of cell phone and app-based technologies
and in coordination with other public and private agencies, the City shall seek to provide
real-time travel information to roadway users regarding City services such as parking
availability, trolley arrival information, traffic congestion updates, and other transportation related
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information. The City will shall aim to build on the individual efforts of universities, the
commercial shared -ride sector, commercial data aggregators to generate improved real- time
information for public consumption.
Policy TR-2.10.2: The City shall in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
leverage technology to provide user- friendly trip planning services that include all transportation
modes. (See Policy IC-2.1.21)
Policy TR-2.10.3: The City shall in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
promote and share all existing transportation -related data, sources, and tools to the public in an
effort to create an open and user- friendly data repository that could be used for analysis and
future private or public technology development that aims to improve the efficiency of the
transportation network. (See Policy IC-2.1.22)
Policy TR-2.10.4: The City will shall encourage the use and proliferation of a ef�c rric vehicles for
City fleet vehicles and personal automobile, and shall promote electric vehicle recharge
stations in parking garages, park and ride lots, surface parking lots, and strategic on -street
parking locations.
Policy TR-2.10.5: The City shall seek opportunities to further the implementation of
automated and connected vehicle communications technology for City fleet vehicles and
personal automobiles to address congestion and safety issues.
Policy TR-2.10.6: In coordination with Miami -Dade County, FDOT, and other public agencies,
the City shall facilitate the development and maintenance of real-time traffic and traveler
data that helps monitor the overall transportation system and evaluate its performance. This
information should be made available to the public and should be delivered to users in a familiar
way that promotes data sharing, thus benefiting the wider community. (See Policy IC-2.1.23)
Objective TR-2.11: Regularly update necessary data to improve the transportation network's
mobility, safety, and accessibility.
Policy TR-2.11.1: The City shall, in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
regularly collect necessary data for better estimating vehicle occupancy rates and means of
travel pursuant to updating the person -trip methodology as required. (See Policy IC-2.1.24)
Policy TR-2.11.2: The City will shall in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
periodically collect bicycle and pedestrian count data throughout the City to better understand
and analyze the use and demand of the non -motorized transportation network and to develop
and implement improvement projects based on needs. (See Policy IC-2.1.25)
Policy TR-2.11.3: The City shall, in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
identify any transit service adjustments and improvements to the bicycle network as to maintain
an updated understanding of the existing transit corridors for the interpretation and
implementation of the person -trip LOS methodology. (See Policy IC- 2.1.26)
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Ports, Aviation and Related Facilities Element
Goal PA-1 Port of Miami: Ensure that the development and expansion of Miami -Dade
County's Port of Miami is compatible with and furthers the physical development of
Miami's greater downtown area while mitigating negative impacts to neighborhoods, yet
protecting the Port's economic function, operation, and potential improvements.
Objective PA-1.1: The City of Miami, through its land development regulations, shall coordinate
land use in areas of the city adjacent to the Port of Miami with the transportation related activity
which occurs within the port to ensure compatibility and complementary land uses and activities
while mitigating negative impacts to neighborhoods, yet protectigtq. the Port's economic function,
operation, and potential improvements.
Policy PA-1.1.1: The City of Miami shall, through its land development regulations, encourage
facility improvement which will further both the land development, coastal management and
conservation goals and objectives of the City of Miami and the port development goals of Miami -
Dade County and the Port of Miami.
Policy PA-1.1.2: The City shall, through its land development regulations, encourage the
availability of an adequate amount of commercial and industrial land to complement planned
expansions of port activity, and shall establish a e trade zone" within adequate proximity
to the Port of Miami.
Policy PA-1.1.3: All surface transportation improvements providing access to the Port must be
compatible with the needs, goals and objectives of the City of Miami as related to the
development of the greater downtown area, and such improvements shall be financed with
an appropriate share of County, state and federal funds.
Policy PA-1.1.4: The Port shall prepare guidelines that will serve as design criteria for the
construction, renovation and landscaping of its facilities and such guidelines must comply with
all City of Miami Code requirements.
Policy PA-1.1.5: The City shall, through its land development regulations, cooperate with Miami -
Dade County and its Port of Miami operation to mitigate adverse structural and non-structural
impacts from the Port of Miami upon adjacent natural resources and land uses.
Policy PA-1.1.6: Thty shall, through its land development regulations, cooperate with Miami -
Dade County and its Port of Miami operation to protect and conserve natural resources.
Goal PA-2 Miami International Airport: Ensure that the development and expansion of
Miami -Dade County's Miami International Airport is compatible with and furthers the
physical development of the City of Miami.
Objective PA-2.1: The City of Miami, through its land development regulations, shall coordinate
land use in areas of the city adjacent to Miami International Airport with the transportation
related activity which occurs within that facility to ensure compatible and complimentary land
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uses and activities. Through such land development regulations, the City will shall mitigate
negative impacts to neighborhoods that might result from airport activities, while protecting the
airport's economic function, operation, and potential improvements.
Policy PA-2.1.1: The City of Miami shall, through its land development regulations, encourage
facility improvement which will further both the land development, coastal management and
conservation goals and objectives of the City of Miami and the development goals of Miami -
Dade County and Miami International Airport.
Policy PA-2.1.2: All surface transportation improvements providing access to Miami
International Airport and impacting upon transportation within the City of Miami must be
compatible with the needs, goals and objectives of the City and such improvements shall be
financed with the appropriate share of County, state and federal furs.
Policy PA-2.1.3: The City shall, through its land development regulations, ensure that zoning
within the city protects existing aviation flight paths.
Port of Miami River Sub -Element
Goal PA-3 Port of Miami River Sub -Element: The Port of Miami River' shall be
encouraged to continue operation as a valued and economically viable component of the
City's maritime industrial base.
Objective PA-3.1: (PLANNING AND ZONING). The City shall protect the Port of Miami River
from encroachment by non water -dependent or non water -related land uses, and shall regulate
the Port of Miami River's expansion and redevelopment in coordination with applicable future
land use and coastal management goals, objectives, policies (See Policy LU-1.3.3 and Goal
CM-3).
Policy PA-3.1.1: The City shall maintain a Working Waterfront Table of Properties to guide
future development within the Miami River Corridor. The Table shall clearly depict the location
and description of all properties of recreational and commercial working waterfront uses on the
River, as defined in Ch. 342.07 F.S. (hereinafter referenced as the "Working Waterfront"). The
Table shall classify working waterfront properties into Categories "A" and "B". The Table shall be
incorporated as syupporting data and analysis within Appendix PA-1.
1 The "Port of Miami River" is a shallow draft riverine port consisting of independent, privately -
owned small shipping companies, fisheries, vessel repair facilities marinas and other
Recreational and Commercial Working Waterfront uses, as defined in Ch. 342.07, F.S., located
along the banks of the Miami River and its tributaries and canals where Working Waterfront
uses are located. The Port of Miami River is not a deepwater port as defined in Ch. 403.021(9),
F.S. The Port of Miami River extends from the salinity dam in unincorporated Miami -Dade
County to Biscayne Bay in the City of Miami, as identified in Appendix PA- 1.
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Policy PA-3.1.2
Category A
The City may adopt a comprehensive plan future land use map (FLUM) amendment for
properties designated "Industrial" on the FLUM, along the Miami River only if the proposed
amendment complies with this sub -element. The future land use designation for any of the
properties identified "Industrial" therein may be amended only through the large ccalc expedited
state review comprehensive plan amendment process. Applications for suc amendments shall
demonstrate that either of the following conditions exists:
1. The Development — redevelopment as industrial is not economically feasible
based on a market and site analysis using a professionally acceptable
methodology that has been peer reviewed by a reviewer selected by the Planning
Department; or
2. The Proposal includes an equivalent transfer or expansion of industrially
designated property offsite to another location on the Miami River within the City
of Miami.
Policy PA-3.1.3
Category B
All Category "B" properties shall maintain a workin terfrose. Additionally, the City shall
require that any residential development with a density greater than duplex residential or any
mixed use development include Working Waterfront use component per Ch. 342.07, F.S. or
other amenities that is accessible to the public which promotes the enjoyment of the Miami
River unless prohibited by the Miami -Dade Department of Environmental Resource
Management (DERM).
Policy PA-3.1.4: The City shall encourage the establishment and maintenance of Working
Waterfront uses along the banks of the Miami River, and to discourage encroachment by
incompatible uses.
Policy PA-3.1.5: The City shall encourage the development and expansion of the Port of Miami
River Working Waterfront consistent with the future land use, coastal management and
conservation elements of the City's comprehensive plan.
Policy PA-3.1.6: The City shall encourage only those developments, rezoning, and land use
amendments in the vicinity of the Working Waterfront lands designated "Industrial" on the
adopted future land use map that are compatible and suitable with the existing "Industrial" use
of property.
Policy PA-3.1.7: The City shall, through its land development regulations, adopt and enforce
appropriate setbacks and buffering requirements for Non -Working Waterfront properties along
the Miami River in order to protect the existing Working Waterfront use from encroachment of
incompatible and unsuitable uses.
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Policy PA-3.1.8: There shall be no net loss of recreational wet -slips along the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.1.9: The City shall require from new residential development and redevelopment
located along the Miami River a recorded covenant acknowledging and accepting the presence
of the existing Working Waterfront 24-hour operations as permitted.
Policy PA-3.1.10: In its commitment to support the Port of Miami River, the City of Miami shall
continue its support of the dredging of the River.
Policy PA-3.1.11: The City of Miami shall facilitate and expedite municipal permitting for water -
dependent, water -related, commercial, industrial and recreational working waterfronts along the
Miami River by expediting the application process for such uses.
Objective PA-3.2: (TRANSPORTATION). The City shall encourage with appropriate agencies
the coordination of surface transportation access to the Port of Miami River Working Waterfront
with the traffic and mass transit system shown on the traffic circulation map series.
Policy PA-3.2.1: The City shall through the Transportation Element of the comprehensive plan,
encourage the coordination of the intermodal surface and water transportation access service to
the Port of Miami River Working Waterfront (See Policy TR-2.2.12 and Policy IC 2.1.30).
Objective PA-3.3: (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & COORDINATION). The City shall
coordinate its Port of Miami River Working Waterfront planning activities with the multiple
regulators and stakeholders who have an interest in the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.3.1: Give the Miami River's multi jurisdictional and regulatory nature, the City shall
coordinate with:
1. The United States Army Corp of Engineers regarding the dredging, navigation, and
commerce on the Miami River; and
2. The United States Coast Guard regarding security and safety on the Miami River; and
3. The Miami -Dade County Planning Department to evaluate the interdependence and
effectiveness of the County's Port of Miami River sub -element in its comprehensive plan
with that of that of the City's; and
4. The Miami -Dade County's Department of Environmental Resource Management and the
Manatee Protection Plan Committee regarding the protection of manatees and
establishment of new wet and dry marine slips on or near the Miami River; and
5. The Miami -Dade County Property Appraiser to ensure that all Port of Miami River
Working Waterfront properties are assessed by the "current use" pursuant to Section 4,
Article VII of the Florida constitution and S.193.704, Fla. Stat.
Policy PA-3.3.2: The City shall remain an active member of the Miami River Commission, as
established by Ch.163.06, F.S. and shall continue to request and consider from the Miami River
Commission written recommendations related to policy, planning, development and other River
issues within the scope established by the Florida Legislature.
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Policy PA-3.3.3: Within 18 months of adoption of this policy, the City shall consider approving a
joint planning agreement with the Miami River Commission and Miami -Dade County to revise
and adopt the "Miami River Corridor Urban Infill Plan" as the strategic plan for the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.3.4: Within three years of the adoption of this policy, the City along with Miami River
stakeholders, property owners and businesses shall consider submitting an application to the
Florida Department of Community Affairs Economic Opportunity, Waterfronts Florida
Partnership Program, for assistance in protecting and promoting the Miami River traditional
Working Waterfront.
Policy PA-3.3.5: The City shall coordinate with Miami River stakeholders, property owners and
businesses to prepare reasonable Working Waterfront code compliance and enforcement
policies to eliminate unsafe, abandoned, and blighted conditions along the river banks.
Policy PA-3.3.6: The City of Miami shall provide technical assistance to Working Waterfront
businesses along the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.3.7: The City shall work to improve the economic vitality of the Miami River in
cooperation with other concerned public and governmental agencies and organizations. (See
Miami -Dade County's Comprehensive Development Master Plan, Port of Miami River Sub -
element Policy PM R-1 C)
Policy PA 3.3.8: The City will work with property y� s along the Miami River to secure
Enterprise Zone tax incentives to businesses for creatibs and revitalization. Such
incentives consist of the following and are based on availability:
1. Enterprise Zone Inccntivcs
2. Jobs Tax Credit
3. Business Equipment Sales Tax Refund
/1. Building Materials Sates Tax Refund
5. Property Tax Credit
6. Community Csution,Tax Credit Program
Policy PA-3.3.98: The City shall continue to use Brownfield redevelopment Area strategies
to stimulate economic revitalization to Working Waterfronts. Such incentives consist of the
following and are based on availability:
a. Financial Incentivcs
i. 35% Voluntary Cleanup Tax Crcdits
ii. $2500 Brownfields Bonus Refund
iii. Low interest loans
iv. Sales Tax Credit on Building Materials
v. Up to 5 years of State Loan Guarantees of Loan Loss Rcscrvcs
Development Loans
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b. Regulatory Benefits
i. Risk Based Corrective Action
ii. Cleanup Liability Protection
iii. Review of Voluntary Cleanup Projects at FDEP Conducted Separately From
Enforcement Mandated Cleans me by Responsible Parties
iv. Expedited Review and Response to Technical Reports and Corrocpondenco
v.€ LA Site Clear-an-GeTssued EP °�-rand
Zvi ender I iability Protection to the extend allowed by applicable laws
Policy PA-3.3.409: The City shall continue to use various economic strategies, such as the
CiitylsE terprise Zone, E power enTZone Commercial Ri iciness Corridors and Brownfield
Redevelopment Area strategies, or future/successor economic incentives to stimulate economic
revitalization, and encourage employment opportunities within the Port of Miami River. (Policy
LU-1.3.7.).
Policy PA-3.3.140: The City shall foster or develop and implement job training, vocational,
and educational programs to assist the City's existing and future residents, and water_
dependent and water_related businesses along the Miami River, in achieving economic self-
sufficiency, and shall continue to work with appropriate State and County agencies to direct
training programs and other technical assistance to support minority and semi- skilled residents
of the City including, without limitation, their involvement in recreational and commercial working
waterfronts along the Miami River as defined by Ch.342.07, F.S. (Policy LU-1.3.8.)
Policy PA-3.3.121: The City, through its Intergovernmental Coordination Policies, shall support
and coordinate with other governmental agencies having jurisdiction over the River to support
and enhance the Miami River's economic importance and viability. The functions of the Miami
River shall be consistent with the future goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan,
particularly with respect to the unique characteristics of the Miami River's location and its
economic position and functioning within the local maritime industry.
Objective PA-3.4: (MONITORING & EFFECTIVENESS). The City shall monitor track the
effectiveness of its goals, objectives, and policies designated to preserve and promote the Port
of Miami River as a valued and economically viable component of the City's maritime industrial
base.
Policy PA-3.4.1: City staff shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, an annual report on the status
of the Planning and Zoning, Economic Development and Coordination, and Transportation
Objectives and Policies contained in this Sub -element, which shall be presented to the City
Commission at a dully noticed public hearing.
Policy PA-3.4.2: City staff shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, an annual report on the loss
or gain of recreational and commercial Working Waterfront lands and uses, which shall be
presented to the City Commission at a dully noticed public hearing.
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Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element
Goal PR-1: Provide sufficient opportunities for active and passive recreation to all City
residents based on access to parks, recreation and open space, per capita park funding,
and regular surveys of residents on park and recreation needs.
Objective PR-1.1: The City shall work to achieve a medium -term objective of providing a park
within a ten minute walk of every resident.
Policy PR-1.1.1: The City will shall establish a new continue to apply a hierarchy ferto the City
park system te-that reflects Miami's urban condition, as described in the Miami latest adopted
Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan dated May 2007 and adopted by the City Commission.
The hierarchy's will have the following elements include:
• Regional Parks - ° park t„picall„ greater than 30 acres in size with a variety of park
any park serving as a tourist destination -of- ictorical, cultural „r architectural
significance-.
• Citywide parks:
Destination parks feu pes: eervat aterf nt-one acre or more cpor+s
o-mpl and agues ialty ( �ni`vi m
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Community parks parks not Tess than one half acre that include active
recreation facilities
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I inear parks greenw ys and trails
• Community Parks
• Neighborhood pP s all remaining parks under one acre that do not fit in other
categoric
• Mini Parks
• Greenspot Parks
• Undeveloped Parks
• Special Use Parks
Policy PR-1.1.2: The City wia--shall focus on park land acquisition according to the following four
epriorities and recommendations established in the latest adopted Master Plan or
subsequent updates, including but not limited to the need for neighborhood parks, mini parks,
linear parks, dog parks, and natural areas that emerged from community preferences during the
2007 Parks Master Plan proses land with water views and/or water asses; land for "walk to"
parks, including neighborhood parks, in underserved areas of the City identified in Citywide and
segments. Information on target prioritics and target areas for new parks will be disseminated to
all relevant City departments to enhance the potential for parkland acquisition in conjunction
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with infrastructure and other projects. Ideally, new parks should be at least one half acre in size,
Policy PR-1.1.3: The City shall provide areas for safe, passive use in all parks, including
those in active recreational use parks. The passive areas will shall include usable green space
with plantings, shade and seating.
1.1.3.1 The City, through its land development regulations, will designate a zoning category for
parks separate from Civic Space. That category will permit a variety of areas for passive and/or
greater intensity of recreational use opportunities in parks and open spaces.
Policy PR-1.1.4: The City of Miami's Level of Service for Parks, Recreation and Open Space is
to provide a municipally -owned park within a ten-minute barrier -free walk to park entrances by
80% of the city's population as measured by GIS pedestrian network analysis. A ten-minute
walk will shall be defined as a one-half (1/2) mile, barrier -free distance on a safe pedestrian
route. Barrier -free means a continuous walk on a sidewalk or designated pedestrian route that
may include crossing streets but does not encounter barriers such as walls or highway
embankments that impede passage. Safe pedestrian routes income those that may include
crossing of streets with speed limits of up to 40 mph.
Every three years, the City will shall develop and update a reap that shows which residential
areas fall within the ten-minute walk buffer for City -owned parks, and which do not. This map 4-14
shall then be overlaid on a population map showing the most current U.S. Census population
data available in order to calculate if at least80% of the city's population lives within the ten-
minute walk buffer.
Policy PR-1.1.4.1 Every three years, when the City updates the Parks and Recreation Level of
Service Map for parks owned by the City of Miami, the City shall also perform a study based
on the national model established by the Trust for Public Land ParkScoreTM system. The study
shall include the following_ 1) creation and updating of a GIS layer that includes all park and
recreation land open to the public in the City of Miami, including linear parks, whether or not the
land is owned by the City; 2) creation of maps that show a ten-minute barrier -free walk for all
parks (regardless of ownership and including linear parks), and similarly, for parks of at least IA
acre in size and parks of at least 1 acre in size; 3) identification of median park size (regardless
of ownership); 4) identification of the percentage of all city acres that are parks (regardless of
ownership); 4) the number of playgrounds per 10,000 residents; and 5) the total spending (both
operational and capital) on parks and recreation per resident over the preceding three fiscal
years. The purpose of this study is to provide the City with analysis to support decision -making
on acquisition of park land and on park and recreation services, as well as to compare the city's
park resources with other cities.
Policy PR-1.1.5: The City will shall review and enact provisions and create a plan to remedy
deficiencies for residents who do not have access to a park within a ten-minute, barrier -free
walk, including financing for acquisition to remedy deficiencies.
Policy PR-1.1.6: The City of Miami w+l-kshall work towards providing a park of approximately one
acre or more within a ten minute, barrier -free walk to park entrances for 6-680% of the city's
population.
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Objective PR-1.2: Provide sufficient per capita funds for the parks system to support the parks,
recreation and open space standards expected by the public, as indicated in surveys and other
responses to public outreach, for resources and programs that benefit the community. The City
w+l-kshall strive to meet and exceed a benchmark level annual of spending for operations and
capital improvements combined to be established in the latest adopted Parks Master Plan e#
$100 per capita in 2007 dollars, within fiscal limits and based on identified needs.
Policy PR-1.2.1: The City shall establish the cost of providing park and recreation programs
and services, identify which core park and recreation services are to be offered according to
criteria related to level of benefits to individuals and the community as a whole, identify which
services and programs should be free, and formulate how a fee structure should be set for other
services and programs.
Policy PR-1.2.2: The City shall develop annual parks and recreation budgets that explain the
rationale behind the program, operational and maintenance standards that the City intends to
meet; the costs of meeting those standards; and the per capita budget in comparison with
similar cities, including cities in Florida.
Policy PR-1.2.3: The City will shall allocate program rev r,.- senerated by the Parks and
Recreation Department to the department's budget.
Policy PR-1.2.4: The City shall work to identify and create - •edicated funding source for the
park system.
Policy PR-1.2.5: The City will shall seek grants and other fun for new resources, including
land, activities, and programs. Some of these funds may come from nonprofit partnership
groups that may be formed, such as a potential Miami Parks Foundation.
Objective PR-1.3: Pursue expanded and new opportunities identified in the 2007 latest adopted
Parks Master Plan (and any subsequent updates) to share park, recreation and open space
resources with the school district, the housing authority, churches, nonprofit organizations,
transportation agencies and other groups that may be able to share land and programs with the
City Parks and Recreation Department.
Policy PR-1.3.1: The City shall establish communication with and liaisons to agencies and
groups that have existing and potential recreation and open space resources in order to pursue
access to these resources by City residents.
Policy PR-1.3.2: The City will shall evaluate current costs, benefits and procedures for sharing
resources and programming and will shall develop policies and procedures that will maximize
benefits for City residents.
Objective PR-1.4: Expand existing and create new greenways and trails to meet resident needs.
Policy PR-1.4.1: The City shall continue to work with transit agencies to coordinate the park
system and pedestrian connections with opportunities to improve and expand the Metro -Path
Trail.
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Policy PR-1.4.2: The City will shall continue to work with transportation agencies to implement
the Commodore Trail improvements and the Flagler Trail (FEC Corridor Greenway).
Policy PR-1.4.3: The City shall continue to work to implement the Overtown Greenway plan
to link the Miami River through Overtown to Downtown.
Policy PR-1.4.4: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County and other groups to ensure
that greenway, trail and park systems within the City are effectively linked to proposed regional
trails such as the Underline, the Venetian Connector, the Unity Trail, the Perimeter Trail, the
Ludl+am Trail, and the East-West Trail. The City will shall continue to advocate for funding of
trails identified in the Miami -Dade Metropolitan Planning Organization 2030 Long -Range
Transportation Plan.
Policy PR-1.4.5: The City shall designate as scenic transportation corridors those segments
of roadways that have significant vegetative features, and shall encourage the development
of bicycle and pedestrian paths along such corridors, where appropriate. Future 4Land
development regulations shall encourage the provision of sufficient land areas for uses that
are compatible with and encourage the flow of bicycle and pedestrian traffic along these
corridors.
Policy PR-1.4.6: Implement the development of the 1-395 Underdeck Park.
Policy PR-1.4.7: Continue to support planning for joint use of recreation facilities with important
stakeholders such as, but not limited to, Miami -Dade County, Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, adjacent municipalities, major civic groups, and the private sector in order to promote
recreational and educational opportunities in a cost-effective manner.
Objective PR-1.5: Ensure that future development and redevelopment pay an equitable,
proportional share of the cost of public open space and recreational facilities required to
maintain adopted LOS standards.
Policy PR-1.5.1: The City's land development regulations shall establish mechanisms to
meet expanded demand for Citywide parks; neighborhood parks, mini parks, dog parks, natural
areas and nature parks, multipurpose trails; facilities such as restrooms, pools, and sidewalks;
and recreational programs such as adult fitness and wellness, special events, nature programs,
swimming and cultural classes, resulting from new residential development, including, but not
limited to, impact fees, Zoning Ordinance intensity bonuses and contributions in lieu of land that
wil-kshall be used to provide new park and recreation resources to serve new development. The
City shall review these fees annually in accordance with recreation and open space needs
and revise them as necessary to reflect increases in the cost of providing public open space and
recreational facilities to meet its adopted Level of Service for parks, recreation and open space.
Policy PR-1.5.2: The City shall continue to work with developers of mixed use and
nonresidential projects to ensure the creation of appropriate public spaces.
Policy PR-1.5.3: The City shall consider the use of special assessment districts to help fund
open space and recreational facilities projects whose public benefits tend to be localized to
specific geographic sub areas of the City.
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Goal PR-2: Preserve and enhance existing parks and recreation facilities.
Objective PR-2.1: Protect existing park land.
Policy PR-2.1.1: The City has a no -net -loss policy for public park land and shall adopt
procedures to this effect for park land in the City Zoning Ordinances, as described in the 2007
Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan. These w+l-kshall allow only recreation and cultural
facilities to be built on park land, will shall limit building footprint on any such land, wil-shall
require that conversion of park land for any other purposes be subject to public procedures, and
replace the converted park land with land similar in park, recreation or c rvation value in
terms of usefulness and location.
Policy PR-2.1.2: The City w+l-kshall continue to define and protect conservation areas in the
zZoning GCode, as well as other parks and recreation areas.
Policy PR-2.1.3: The City w+l-kshall amend the zZoning &Coo e to limit the amount of total
building footprints and impervious parking area surfaces in parks of one (1) acre or more to no
more than 25% of the park land area. Buildings and parking surfaces within parks and
recreation areas will shall continue to be limited to recreational and cultural uses and accessory
elements that serve park and recreation goals. Any request to expand this percentage will shall
require a special permit (warrant) and public hearings with residents within a half milc ar
surrounding the park.
Objective PR-2.2: Maintain and enhance existing parks and recreation facilities.
Policy PR-2.2.1: The City w+l4-shall provide appropriate staffing, services, equipment, and
maintenance at all parks. Criteria for appropriateness will -shall include park category (for
example Citywide or neighborhood), recreation programs, demand for passive and active
spaces and activities, sizes, and facilities.
Policy PR-2.2.2: The City w+4l-shall maintain and staff as many public swimming pools to be
open all year round as possible given funding constraints and will shall strive to identify new
funding sources to expand access to year-round swimming.
Policy PR-2.2.3: The City, through the Parks and Recreation Department, wil4shall continue to
develop and implement maintenance lLevel of &Service standards, identify associated costs,
and address funding those costs, including appropriate staffing levels, staff training, and
replacement programs for equipment and vehicles, before adding more assignments.
Policy PR-2.2.4: The Parks and Recreation Department wi.l-kshall maintain and regularly update
the Inventory and Evaluation of City -Owned Parks that was prepared for the 2007 as part of the
periodic update of the City's Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan.
Policy PR-2.2.5: Adopt best practices in park site maintenance (i.e., techniques, schedules,
etc.), including tree/landscape care.
Goal PR-3: Increase public access to all parks, recreation, facilities and open spaces
including waterfront areas and the Picnic Islands in Biscayne Bay.
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Objective PR-3.1: Enhance and expand public access by pedestrians and bicyclists to parks
and recreation sites.
Policy PR-3.1.1: The City shall continue to implement sidewalk and shade tree planting
programs along public roadways that connect to parks and other community destinations. The
improvements will be targeted to Prioritize improvement of pedestrian routes that provide a
4Qten-minute walk to a park to the greatest number of persons. Tree planting programs w+l-kshall
be implemented in accordance with the 2007 City of Miami a citywide Tree Master Plan or
context -based, area -specific tree planting programs prepared to complement pedestrian -route
improvement plans.
Policy PR-3.1.2: The City through the Parks and Recreation Department ai-l-kshall work with
neighborhood groups to identify the ten-minute pedestrian routes within a half -mile radius of
parks that are appropriate for improvements to, and determine and budget for necessary
improvements, including but not limited to sidewalks, lighting, street trees and landscaped
buffers intersection treatments/crosswalks and pedestrian count -down signals, curb extensions,
frequent access points and signage, as described in the 2007- Parks anal P— blic Spacec Plan
Policy PR-3.1.3: BProvide safe, convenient, sufficient, and accessible bicycle parking facilities
such as including but not limited to marked bike lanes, bicycle boxes, stop bars, lead signal
indicators, bike racks/bike lids, repair stations, bicyclist -scale lighting, and high -visibility signage
shall be provided in existing and future park projects.
Objective PR-3.2: Enhance the public's visual and physical access to waterfront areas.
Policy PR-3.2.1: The City shall continue to work to complete the Baywalk, encompassing as
much of the Biscayne Bay waterfront as possible, and to complete the Riverwalk and the Miami
River Greenway.
Policy PR-3.2.2: All City -owned waterfront property, including the Miami River shorelines, wffl
shall provide fobpublic open spaces that provide access to the shoreline.
Policy PR-3.2 2.1 The City w+l-kshall continue to promote creation of pocket parks at waterfront
locations, such as "PlayStreets" created on dead-end streets, in order to enhance public access
to waterfronts.
Policy PR-3.2.3: The City will incorporate provisions for public physical and/or visual access to
the shoreline in its waterfront zoning regulations. {See Coastal Management Policy CM 2.1.7.)
Policy PR-3.2.4: Where appropriate and in the interest of public safety and promotion of outdoor
recreation opportunities on environmentally sensitive areas, future land development regulations
w+l-kshall require non -water dependent or related development and/or redevelopment to maintain
public access to the coastal and Miami River shorelines. {See Coastal Management Policy CM
2.1.1.)
Policy PR-3.2.5: The City will shall continue to expand launch areas for personal
kayaks/canoes, kayak/canoe rentals and other boating programs at parks on Biscayne Bay, the
Miami River and the South Fork of the Miami River.
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Policy PR-3.2.6: The City will shall pursue creation of water shuttles or water taxis that will shall
expand public access to the Picnic Islands in Biscayne Bay off the Upper Eastside and the
Dinner Key islands off Coconut Grove.
Policy PR-3.2.7: The City shall work with other organizations and agencies to identify public
recreational opportunities, including boating, on the smaller waterways in the City, such as
Wagner Creek, the Little River, and the canals.
Policy PR-3.2.8: All renovations and improvements to City parks and recreational facilities w+44
shall be designed to enhance rather than obstruct waterfront views.
Policy PR-3.2.9: The City will shall increase public recreational opportunities on Virginia Key
through implementation of the Virginia Key Master Plan and wi11-shall introduce land use
designations and/or zoning, as appropriate, to permit use of previously disturbed land areas on
Virginia Key for amenities and uses that support passive and active park recreation at suitable
locations on Virginia Key.
Policy PR-3.2.10: The City shall continue to ensure that park and recreational lands open to the
public are included in redevelopment projects for Watson Island and wi11-monitor the project after
construction to ensure continued public access without any requirements for the public to make
purchases or any other barriers to open public use.
Policy PR-3.2.11: As specified in the City of Miami Charter and R ed Laws, and more
specifically the Waterfront Charter Amendment, require all new development and redevelopment
along the downtown waterfront is required to provide a waterfront setback, and those
developments that require publicly accessible shoreline walkways; w+41-shall design them in
conformance with the "Baywalk/Riverwalk Design Standards." (See Coastal Management Policy
CM 2.1.8.) The City wi11-shall monitor these areas to ensure continued public access, as
required.
Objective PR-3.3: Park and recreational facilities wi11-shall be accessible to handicapped
persons with disabilities and provide opportunities for special needs groups.
Policy PR-3.3.1: All renovations, expansions, and development of park and recreation facilities
w+4kshall be designed in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements,
including handicapped parking spaces, ramps, handrails, pathways and other accessibility
improvements to be appropriately located with respect to recreational facilities.
Policy PR-3.3.2: Designs for renovations, expansions, and developments of park and recreation
facilities will shall be evaluated to ensure that there are sufficient facilities within the service area
to provide for the recreation, education, and safety needs of preschool age children, the elderly,
persons with disabilities and other special needs groups.
Goal PR-4: Enhance the quality of recreational and educational opportunities for all age
groups, persons with disabilities, and other special needs groups.
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Objective PR-4.1: Continue to improve the quality and diversity of recreational programs offered
at destination and community parks, and neighborhood parks where such programs may be
offered.
Policy PR-4.1.1: The City shall use participant evaluation surveys, at the completion of
recreational programs to evaluate program success, online public opinion surveys at least once
every three years, and scientific surveys at least once every seven years to identify needed and
desired programs.
Policy PR-4.1.2: The City will shall increase staff and hours of operation where necessary and
fiscally feasible, provide professional development opportunities for park and recreation staff,
and encourage staff to be certified by the Florida Recreation and Parks Association.
Policy PR-4.1.3: The City shall continue to provide interpretive displays, educational
programs, wildlife observation locations, and picnic areas in parks and open spaces for outdoor
recreation activities.
Policy PR-4.1.4: The City will shall continue to coordinate with nonprofit providers of social
services to the elderly, youth, and other special needs groups, so as to permit such providers to
use public park facilities for meeting the recreational and educational needs of these groups.
Goal PR-5: Improve management and operations) the palwk and recreation system.
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Objective PR-5.1: Increase the efficiency of k operationsrhile improving the quality of
recreation services and strengthening the fin pport of the parks and recreation service
system.
Policy PR-5.1.1: Periodically review Tthe vision and mission of the Parks and Recreation
Department will be revised to include the protection of green spaces and natural areas in
addition to the existing focus on recreational and cultural activities to ensure these are based on
the needs, aspirations, and demographic and cultural preferences of the community.
Policy PR-5.1.2: The City's operating budget and the Capital Improvements Element (CIE) wi4
shall give priority to the quality of programs in, and the physical condition of, existing park
facilities and to meeting existing deficiencies, before constructing new facilities for parks and
recreation. This policy does not preclude the use of impact fees or other funds to purchase
additional land to be held in inventory for new parks in underserved neighborhoods.
Policy PR-5.1.3: A projection and analysis of operational and maintenance costs associated with
all park and recreation related capital projects which exceed $50,000, with their anticipated
funding sources, shall be required and made publicly available prior to the decision to
appropriate public funds for capital improvements.
Policy PR-5.1.4: The City shall continue to implement innovative management and
maintenance alternatives designed to increase effectiveness and minimize operating and
maintenance costs while notwithout reducing the extent and quality of programs or adversely
affecting the physical condition of, or access to, the City's park facilities. This shall be done
through establishment of core services according to level of benefit to the community, identifying
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costs and potential revenues, improving management accountability, establishing preventive
maintenance and replacement programs, establishing formal policies and systems for working
with groups that sponsor programs that use City facilities, and strengthening support services.
Policy PR-5.1.5: The City shall continue to assign staff time to develop and manage a
network of volunteer "friends" groups for individual parks.
Policy PR-5.1.6: The City shall continue to develop and implement public/private
partnerships to contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of parks, recreational facilities,
and public spaces, while ensuring that public spaces remain freely opethe public.
Policy PR-5.1.7: The City will shall encourage creation of a Citywide Miami Parks Foundation by
non -governmental groups and individuals to serve as a nonprofit partner to focus attention on
the park system, raise money to help support maintenance, enhance and expand parks and
recreational programs, attract volunteers, and broaden the constituency for the park system.
Policy PR-5.1.8: The City shall seek to maintain its national accreditation status by submitting to
a reaccreditation process every five (5) years in compliance with the Commission for
Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) guidelines.
Objective PR-5.2: Create institutions and procedures to ensure resident and community
consultation in the development of system wide policies and planning for park and recreation
program improvements.
Policy PR-5.2.1: The City will shall continue to work with a permanent Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board made up of residents who are park users, program participants, and
representatives of groups with special relevant expertise. The Board's responsibilities shall
include advising elected officials and staff on implementation of the 2007 latest adopted Parks
and Public Spaces Master Plan -and any adopted subsequent updates to that Plan. The Board
wil-kshall be supported by staff from the Parks and Recreation Department, and shall report
annually to the Mayor and City Commission on progress in implementing the Master Plan,
including financial reports, holding at least one public hearing on the draft report before
submitting it to the Mayor and Commission. The Board shall also review and advise on
capital plans and designs based on the Master Plan and advise the Commission on any
proposals to expend more than $50,000 to acquire new park land, to diminish or convert
existing park land, to accept donated land for parks, or to sell City land that may be suitable for
parks. The City shall periodically review and refine the mission and charge of the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board in order to ensure maximum opportunities for public involvement and
effectiveness in addressing parks and recreation needs. Proposed changes to the mission and
charge of the Board shall not be implemented until after a public hearing by the appropriate
public board.
Policy PR-5.2.2: The City shall survey City residents to monitor preferences, needs and
satisfaction with the park system on a regular basis, at a minimum through evaluations of all
programs by program participants to evaluate program success, online surveys every three
years, and scientific surveys every ten years (starting from the Parks Master Plan survey of
2006).
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Policy PR-5.2.3: The City will shall develop regular procedures to provide opportunities for park
users and neighborhood consultation in the planning and design of park and recreation facilities
improvements and new parks and programs.
Policy PR-5.2.4: The City shall develop a full update eeof the Parks and Public Spaccc
Master Plan at least once every ten (10) years, to coincide with a scientific survey of residents'
park and recreation needs.
Policy PR-5.2.5: The Parks and Recreation annual Capital Improvement Plan w+lkshall be
provided to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for their review and comment. The Board
may request presentations on park projects, on a project_by_project basis, and have 60 days to
review and provide comments and recommendations.
Objective PR-5.3: Continue to increase public safety and security within City parks.
Policy PR-5.3.1: The City shall continue to equip all parks with adequate energy efficient
night lighting as parks are updated with improvements and w+4l-shall continue to use remote
computer scheduling of lighting in order to advance energy efficiency in the park system.
Policy PR-5.3.2: Citywide and neighborhood parks will iPeriodically evaluate the feasibility and
appropriateness of increasinge th►ei-r hours of operation and enhanceinq their programs at
citywide and neighborhood parks, whenever feasible, co as to encourage a greater increase
public presence in the parks.
Policy PR-5.3.3: The City's Police Department will shall continue to work with neighborhood
residents to create and support community crime watch groups to assist in park safety and
crime prevention.
Policy PR-5.3.4: The City w+l-kshall continue regular, uniformed police patrols and presence in
and around Citywide and neighborhood parks.
Policy PR-5.3.5: In all parks with active recreation the City will shall maintain an adequate
number of trained staff based on standards recognized by professional organizations such as
the Florida Recreation and Park Association or the National Recreation and Park Association,
and on a regular basis wil-shall conduct safety inspections of equipment and structural facilities.
Policy PR-5.3.6: The City wi.l-kshall disseminate information to the public on proper safety
procedures that are to be followed while using park facilities.
Policy PR-5.3.7: When parks are being renovated or designed, the City shall evaluate the
park's safety, consulting with park users, neighborhood residents, and the police on whether
high fences, gates, or other obtrusive security measures remain necessary.
Goal PR-6: Develop and enhance the quality of parks and open spaces within the City's
downtown and other neighborhoods in a manner that meets the Level of Service
standard and addresses the needs of City residents, workers and visitors, and
strengthens the City's economic development.
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Objective PR-6.1: Implement the NET Area Visions in the 2007 latest adopted Parks and Public
Spa6es Master Plan park system vision, using the NET Area Implementation Tackc and Dark
Opportunities section of the Plan as a guide to enhancing and expanding Citywide and
neighborhood parks, recreational facilities and programs.
Policy PR-6.1.1: The City shall annually review implementation sections of the 2007 latest
adopted Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan to include implementation actions in developing
an annual work plan and capital improvements plan for parks and recreation facilities and
programs.
Policy PR-6.1.2: The City will shall work to implement the specific master plans that include
parks and recreation facilities, such as the Coconut Grove Waterfront Master Plan, the Museum
Park Master Plan, and the Virginia Key Master Plan, and create pedestrian and water linkages
among Fern Isle Park, Sewell Park, the recently acquired Police Benevolent Association
property, and Curtis Park to create a Miami "Central Park." As depicted in the Waterfront Master
Plan and programmed in the CIE, the City will shall strive to provide a continuous network of
public parks and major attractions along the downtown waterfront
Policy PR-6.1.3: The City will shall continue to redevelop Lumm Park in the Riverside District
to provide an activity/program center for history, riverfront activities and recreational facilities for
visitors and City residents.
Policy PR-6.1.4: The City shall create a specialty "Fishermen's Wharf" cafe district and
marine services center in the Riverside District along N.W. North River Drive on the Miami River.
Policy PR-6.1.5: Develop some parks or reserve sections of parks, for un-organized activities,
free play and/or general community recreation access rather than organized sports.
Objective PR-6.2: Improve and enhance public spaces and linkages in the City.
Policy PR-6.2.1: The City shall continue to encourage development of urban street
promenade linkages with widened sidewalks, high quality materials, shade trees, landscaping,
lighting, graphics and furnishings.
Policy PR-6.2.2: The City wiThshall continue to work toward improving landscaping and
pedestrian -oriented amenities along major boulevards, including Biscayne Boulevard, Brickell
Avenue, and North 1st Avenue, and other major transportation corridors, to create distinctive
images and unifying elements between downtown districts.
Policy PR-6.2.3: The City shall continue to work towards enhancement of public spaces
(entrances, plazas, lobbies, courtyards and atriums) and gateways through artwork. The City
wil-kshall use, whenever appropriate, the "Art in Public Places" allocation in public facility
construction budgets as well as the assistance of the County Arts Council staff, and encourage
private organizations to construct civic monuments at gateway locations.
Goal PR-7: Develop public parks and open spaces that are aesthetically appealing and
enhance the character and image of the City.
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Objective PR-7.1: Improve the aesthetic qualities of parks and recreation facilities.
Policy PR-7.1.1: The City w+lkshall use the design principles in the 2007 latest adopted Parks
and Public Spaces Master Plan as a basic framework for the design and redesign of parks and
park improvements, and prepare more specific design guidelines as needed.
Policy PR-7.1.2: The Parks and Recreation Department w+lkshall continue to have landscape
architects on staff who have knowledge of best practices in park and recreation facility design
and w+lkshall be employed to design park improvements, and to review and monitor park design
projects, when designers are retained on contract.
Goal PR-8: Encourage the development of high quality cultural arts facilities and
programs within the City.
Objective PR-8.1: Continue to develop and support cultural districts, facilitied programs.
Policy PR-8.1.1: The City will shall continue to support development of a downtown cultural arts
district as described in the proposed Downtown Master Plan, through land development
regulations and other strategies.
Policy PR-8.1.2: The City w+lkshall support cultural and heritage programs and facilities in
selected areas of the City such as, but not restricted to, Overtown, the Design District, and Little
Havana, including small performing arts venues, heritage trails, street fairs, and similar
programs, through land development regulations and other strategies.
Goal PR-9: Establish sustainable, resilient, and green best practices and innovative
approaches in park design, redesign, redevelopment, programming, maintenance,
building, planting and energy efficiency.
Objective PR-9.1: Protect and restore native plant communities, where feasible and appropriate,
and provide educ .onal programs and interpretive signage about South Florida environments.
Policy PR-9.1. : The ty w+lkshall continue it's program of native plant protection and
restoration and elimination of exotic plants at Simpson Park and the Virginia Key nature area;
expand this program to the conservation area at Wainwright Park; restore native vegetation in
woodland, shoreline and streamfront edges of parks, where appropriate; establish, where
appropriate, native plantings that require limited water and fertilizer in parks; and establish
native plantings in public road, rail, drainage and utility corridors that are not suitable for
pedestrian and recreation access.
Policy PR-9.1.2: The City w+lkshall continue to establish and maintain coastal hammock exhibit
plantings as part of environmental education programs and exhibits in community parks.
Policy PR-9.1.3: The City w+lkshall continue to promote the planting and preservation of native
species by property owners in the City through educational materials and programs.
Policy PR-9.1.4: Identify and evaluate parks which may be targeted as locations to establish
"resilience hubs" to serve residents, particularly in times of environmental crisis or emergency.
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"Resilience hubs" may offer shelter, connections to government initiatives, material resources,
internet access, and/or medical support.
Objective PR-9.2: Introduce sustainable and energy -efficient materials and methods in park
maintenance and operations.
Policy PR-9.2.1: The City shall employ life -cycle costing to evaluate costs of new park
structures and make efforts to incorporate energy- and water -efficient methods and materials, in
new and renovated park structures including the use of green roofs, solar panels, and other
innovative approaches.
Policy PR-9.2.2: The City will shall implement best management practices such as water
conservation, integrated pest management, water conservation, elimination of toxic chemicals,
and similar sustainable practices.
Policy PR-9.2.3: The City shall implement taall pesticide and herbicide methods of
application for all sodded areas in compliance with thtional Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) Permit.
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COASTAL
MANAGEMENT
MIAMI
COMPREHENSIVE
NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
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Coastal Management Element
Goal CM-1: Maintain, protect, and enhance the quality of life and appearance of Miami's
Coastal High Hazard Area (defined by Section 163.3178(2)(h)) including the preservation
of natural resources as well as the enhancement of the built environment.
Objective CM-1.1: Preserve and protect the existing natural systems including wetlands and
beach/dune systems within Virginia Key and those portions of Biscayne Bay that lie within the
City's boundaries; and improve water quality within the Miami River, its tributaries, and the Little
River.
Policy CM-1.1.1: As a precondition to the development or redevelopment of Virginia Key, a
comprehensive assessment of environmental hazards associated with past disposal activities at
the Virginia Key landfill and other relevant environmental concerns shall be conducted. Such
assessment will shall be made in cooperation with appropriate County, State and Federal
environmental agencies, and an action plan to reduce or eliminate any hazards will shall be
formulated. (See Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-1.1.1.)
Policy CM-1.1.2: The City shall prevent the increase in the number of storm water outfalls that
discharge into the Miami River and its tributaries, the Little River and directly into Biscayne Bay.
If positive drainage systems to these water bodies are deemed to be the only feasible method of
maintaining adequate storm drainage, then these storm sewers shall be retrofitted, designed,
and constructed to retain grease and oil and minimize pollutant discharges. (See Natural
Resource Conservation Policy NR-1.1.2 and Sanitary and Storm Sewers Policy SS-2.2.1.)
Policy CM-1.1.3: [Reserved]
Policy CM-1.1.4: The City will shall encourage the reduction of point and non -point sources of
pollution into Biscayne Bay through coordination with the Miami River Commission, Miami -Dade
County DERM, the South Florida Water Management District, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
and any other appropriate local state and federal agencies in order to reduce point and non -point
sources of pollution into Biscayne Bay.
Policy CM-1.1.5: Within the Coastal High Hazard Area, or along the Miami and Little Rivers, no
land uses which represent a likely and significant source of pollution to surface waters shall
be permitted, unless measures which substantially eliminate the threat of contamination are
implemented as conditions for approval of development or redevelopment.
Policy CM-1.1.6: The City shall adhere to Miami -Dade County DERM standards and require
DERM approvals in its permitting procedures to ensure that all fuel storage facilities in the Coastal
High Hazard Area or near major canals do not pose a significant threat to water quality.
Policy CM-1.1.7: The City will shall regulate development on Virginia Key and the intermittent
wetland areas of the coast of Coconut Grove to ensure that there will shall be no net loss of
functional wetlands; that beaches and dune systems on the island Virginia Key will shall not be
degraded or disrupted; that when non-native vegetation is removed, it shall be replaced with
native species; and that wildlife habitats and native species of fauna and flora will shall be
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protected. Priority will shall be given to water dependent land uses, and to development that
enhances the natural environment and ensures adequate physical public access to Virginia Key.
Policy CM-1.1.8: Because of its unique character and ecological significance, all development on
Virginia Key will shall be in conformance with the 1987 Virginia Key Master Plan and/or any
subsequent plans for Virginia Key that have been or might be adopted by the City and, if
necessary, the preparation of an updated plan.
Policy CM-1.1.9: Site development criteria shall ensure that development or redevelopment
within the Coastal High Hazard Area w+l-kshall not adversely affect the natural environment or lead
to a net loss of public access to the City's natural resources.
Policy CM-1.1.10: [Reserved]
Policy CM-1.1.11: All City owned property within the Coastal` gh Hard Area that may be
identified as areas of significant or unique natural resources shall be designated as
Environmental Preservation Districts, and the City wshall also consider designating private
properties within the Coastal High Hazard Area with significant or unique natural resources as
Environmental Preservation Districts.
Policy CM-1.1.12: The City w&shall continue to implement and enforce that all new and renovated
marinas meet marina siting requirements and receive appropriate county, state, and federal
approvals in the land development regulations.
Policy CM-1.1.13: The City will shall continue to work with the appropriate agencies to prevent
new development and redevelopment along the shorelines from directly discharging storm water
runoff into surface waters and to get support for state and county funding for any infrastructure
improvements deemed necessary to support development of Virginia Key and Watson Island.
Policy CM-1.1.14: The Cityw+l-shall cooperate with Miami -Dade County in fostering the protection
of coastal wildlife and wildlife habitat through the protection of nesting areas, the establishment
of wildlife corridors, the protection of travel corridors, and the promotion of public awareness of
wildlife resources.
Policy CM-1.1.15: The City w+l-kshall cooperate with Miami -Dade County in the implementation of
any antidegradation targets developed to protect Outstanding Florida Waters and Outstanding
National Resources Waters of Biscayne Bay.
Objective CM-1.2: The City will shall continue to follow and enforce the Florida Building Code,
which establishes construction standards that minimize the impacts of man-made structures on
beach and dune systems.
Policy CM-1.2.1: The City shall increase inspection and code enforcement efforts for coastal
area construction to ensure the proper standards are met and construction debris and sediments
are properly prevented from entering surface waters.
Policy CM-1.2.2: The City w+l-kshall require that any construction activities seaward of the Coastal
Construction Control Lines (CCCL) established pursuant to Section 161.053, Florida Statutes, be
consistent with the statutory provisions within Chapter 161.
Objective CM-1.3: In order to enhance the built environment of the coastal area, redevelop and
revitalize blighted, declining, or threatened coastal areas.
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Policy CM-1.3.1: The City will shall continue to adhere to its established policies regarding the
designation of Community Redevelopment Districts in appropriate coastal areas of the city.
Policy CM-1.3.2: Through increased citywide code enforcement of coastal areas with deteriorated
conditions the City will shall report any deteriorated structures in poor condition to the Unsafe
Structures Board to either - require improvements or facilitate the demolition of the structure.
Policy CM-1.3.3: The City shall monitor the age of structures within the Coastal High Hazard
Area to increase awareness of flood vulnerabilities.
Objective CM-1.4: Ensure that land development regulations and policies for the Coastal High
Hazard Area are consistent with the City's ability to provide the capital facilities required to
maintain adopted level of service LOS standards and those needed to maintain or enhance the
quality of life within the Coastal High Hazard Area of the city. (See Capital Improvements
Objective CI-1.2.)
Policy CM-1.4.1: The Coastal High Hazard Area of the Cityshall adhere to the level of service
standards as adopted and amended in the Capital Improvements Element, and more specifically
Policy CI-1.2.3 of that element.
Policy CM-1.4.2: Rise in sea level projected by the federal government, and refined by the
Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, wi.l-kshall be taken into consideration in all
future decisions regarding the design, location, and development of infrastructure and public
facilities in the City. (See related policy Cl- 1.2.6)
Goal CM-2: Improve public awareness, appreciation, and use of Miami's coastal resources
by preserving water- dependent and water -related uses, ensuring adequate public access
to such uses, and minimizing user conflicts.
Objective CM-2.1: Wherever feasible, increase, physical and visual public access to Biscayne
Bay, the Miami River, the City's shorelines, and publicly -owned islands.
Policy CM-2.1.1: Where appropriate and in the interest of public safety and promotion of outdoor
recreation opportunities on environmentally sensitive areas, future land development regulations
will shall require non -water dependent or related development or redevelopment to maintain
public access to the coastal and Miami River shorelines. (See Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Policy PR-3.2.4)
Policy CM-2.1.2: Where appropriate, City -owned waterfront property, including the Miami River
shorelines, will shall provide for public open spaces that allow similar access to County owned
public open spaces that provide access to the shoreline where appropriate.
Policy CM-2.1.3: The City w+l-kshall continue development of the river walk and bay walk along
City owned property as funds become available and w+l-kshall continue to require development of
the bay walk and river walk along private property through its land development regulations.
Policy CM-2.1.4: The City will shall continue to implement design guidelines along the baywalk
and riverwalk in accordance with the Miami River Greenway Action Plan and other adopted plans
as appropriate.
Policy CM-2.1.5: [Reserved]
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Policy CM-2.1.6: The City will shall incorporate provisions for public physical and/or visual access
to the shoreline in its waterfront zoning regulations (See Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Policy PR- 3.2.3.)
Policy CM-2.1.7: As specified in the City of Miami Charter and related laws, and more specifically
the Waterfront Charter Amendment and Ordinance Zoning Ordinance for the City of Miami all new
development and redevelopment along the downtown waterfront is required to provide a
waterfront setback, and those developments within Special Districts (SDs) that require publicly
accessible shoreline walkways, will shall be designed in conformance with the
"Baywalk/Riverwalk Design Standards." (See Parks, Recreation and Open Space Policy PR-
3.2.11.)
Policy CM-2.1.8: The City will shall continue to work toward increased physical public access to
Virginia Key and Watson Island by pursuing appropriate development redevelopment as
directed by the Virginia Key and Watson Island master plans.
Policy CM-2.1.9: The City shall ensure that development regulations are no altered so as to
prohibit water dependent facilities or uses such as s ing, boating, and fishing and w+l�shall
encourage and support such facilities and uses.
Objective CM-2.2: [Reserved]
Policy CM-2.2.1: [Reserved]
Policy CM-2.2.2: [Reserved]
Goal CM-3: Pursuant to Section 163.3178(2)(g), F.S., The City will -shall maintain strategies
that will shall be used to preserve and adequate supply of land for recreational and
commercial Working Waterfront uses defined in Section 342.07, F.S.'
Objective CM-3.1: The City w+l-shall strive to allow no net loss of acreage devoted to recreational
and commercial Working Waterfront uses in the coastal area of the City of Miami.
Policy CM-3.1.1: The compre sive plan and land development regulations w+l-kshall encourage
water -dependent uses along the shoreline, and strategies that wi l shall be used to preserve
recreational and commercial Working Waterfronts as defined in Section 342.07, F.S., particularly
on the Miami River. (See Goal PA-3 and Policy LU-1.3.3).
Goal CM-4: Ensure public safety and the protection of property within the Coastal High
Hazard Area from the threat of storms.
Objective CM-4.1: Minimize the potential for loss of human life and the damage of property from
storms.
Policy CM-4.1.1: Enforce building code standards that protect against the damage of structures
by storms, winds, and tidal swells.
1 Additional strategies to preserve and encourage recreational and commercial Working
Waterfront uses are contained in the Ports, Aviation, and Related Facilities Eelement, "Port of
Miami River" Sub -element.
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Policy CM-4.1.2: Continue to direct population away from the Coastal High Hazard Area, which
is defined as the areas below the elevation of the category 1 storm surge line, as established by
a Sea, Lake and Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) computerized storm surge model
pursuant to Section 163.3178(2)(h) F.S., as depicted on the CHHA map in Appendix CM-1. The
City will shall regularly update Appendix CM-1 as new data is made available. As a member city
of the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact (SFRCCC), the City uses the
SFRCCC's Unified Sea Level Rise Projection to create additional long-range inundation risk
analyses. All updates shall include at least two planning horizons for shorter -term and longer -
term planning efforts. (See maps CM-3 and CM-4 in Appendix CM-1.)
Policy CM-4.1.3: The City shall continue to implement measures for the protection of City
owned historic properties from damage in the event of a major storm, and plans for each site's
restoration in the event of destruction or major damage will remain in effect.
Policy CM-4.1.4: Immediately subsequent to the event of a major storm, the adequacy of existing
building standards and the appropriateness of land uses and development regulations in the
Coastal High Hazard Area will shall be reviewed, and all modifications to standards, zoning or
land use policies required to reduce future risk of loss of life and property damage will shall be
adopted prior to the approval of long term, post disaster redevelopment plans.
Policy CM-4.1.5: Each proposed future land use map change within the Coastal High Hazard area
of the city will shall require an analysis
needs in the event of a storms.
Policy CM-4.1.6 [Reserved]
Policy CM-4.1.7: The City will shall incorporate into its Comprehensive Plan any relevant
recommendations of interagency hazard mitigation reports as they become available.
Policy CM-4.1.8: The City shall work in cooperation with regional and state agencies to adopt
plans and policies that protect public and private property and human lives from the effects of
natural disasters.
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Policy CM-4.1.9: The City's Division of Emergency Management will shall work in cooperation
with regional and state agencies in the update of the regional hurricane evacuation plan.
Policy CM-4.1.10: Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, Hurricane Plan, and Debris
Management Plan for immediate repair and cleanup actions needed to protect public health and
safety. The City shall update these manuals on an annual basis.
Objective CM-4.2: The City will shall adhere to and cooperate with the County in executing
evacuation procedures as well as annually update information and procedural brochures for the
public; these brochures shall contain information on evacuation procedures and routes, and
wil-kshall be distributed to city residents and business owners at local businesses and government
agencies.
Policy CM-4.2.1: The City's fire and police departments will shall continue to work with Miami -
Dade County and regional emergency agencies to update and revise, as needed coordinated
peacetime emergency and evacuation plans.
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Policy CM-4.2.2: The City will shall annually update and distribute an informational brochure to
establish public awareness and information programs that educate as to the need for evacuation,
and indicate evacuation routes and procedures.
Policy CM-4.2.3: The City will shall follow the County in providing appropriate evacuation route
markers within City boundaries as part of a Countywide coordinated program.
Policy CM-4.2.4: Included with the educational media provided to residents, visitors, and business
owners of the City, the Division of Emergency Management shall work with relevant agencies
to develop an educational program for an appropriate shelter -in -place strategy.
Objective CM-4.3: Minimize the potential for loss of human life an• •mage of property from
natural hazards in the Coastal High Hazard Area.
Policy CM-4.3.1: Public expenditures for capital facilities in the _` taI Hi•" azard area shall
be limited to those required to eliminate existing LOS deficiencies, maintain adopted LOS
standards in non -high hazard areas, improve hurricane evacuation time, or reduce the threat to
public health and safety from high -tide events, storm surge, flash floods, stormwater runoff, and
related impacts of sea -level rise. (See Capital Improvements Policy CI-1.4.1.) Those public
expenditures for capital facilities must complete the Capital Planning Resilient Infrastructure
Review form and submit it to the Office of Resilience and Sustainability for review.
Policy CM-4.3.2: Public expenditures for capital facilities in the Coastal High Hazard Area
intended to further the goals and objectives of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan l
shall be limited to those projects that do not measurably increase the risk to public health, and
capital assets from safety from high -tide everMstailliPturg,sh floods, stormwater runoff, and
related impacts of sea -level rise. (See Capital Improvements Policy CI-1.4.2.)
Policy CM-4.3.3: Each proposed future land use map change to a residential land use category
within the Coastal High Hazard area of the city kiviThshall require an analysis by the Miami -Dade
County Office of Emergency Management of its potential impact on evacuation times and shelter
needs in the event of a category 5 storm event as measured on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
Policy CM-4.3.4: Proposed future land use map changes to a residential land use category within
the Miami -Dade County's Storm Surge Planning Zones A through E shall only be approved if
one of the following standards is met
a. A no greater than 16 hour level of service for out of county hurricane evacuation is
maintained for a category 5 storm event as measured on the Saffir-Simpson scale;
b. A no greater than 12 hour evacuation time to shelter is maintained for a category 5 storm
event as measured on the Saffir-Simpson scale and shelter space reasonably expected
to accommodate the residents of the development contemplated by the proposed
comprehensive plan amendment is available; or
c. Appropriate mitigation is provided that shall satisfy the provisions of subparagraph a.
or subparagraph b. Appropriate mitigation shall include, without limitation, payment of
money, contribution of land, and construction of hurricane shelters and transportation
facilities. Required mitigation will shall not exceed the amount required for the
development to accommodate impacts reasonably attributable to development. The City
and applicant for the plan amendment shall enter into a binding agreement to memorialize
the mitigation plan.
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Policy CM-4.3.5: The City wi.l-shall consider the use of undeveloped land in the Coastal High
Hazard Area for public or private recreational, stormwater retention and detention, parks, uses
and open space.
Policy CM-4.3.6: The City will shall prohibit the construction of new mobile home parks in the
Coastal High Hazard Area.
Goal CM-5: Preserve and protect the heritage of the City of Miami through the
identification, evaluation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, restoration and public awareness
of Miami's historic, architectural and archaeological resources, with consideration of
current and future environmental hazards. (See Land Use Goal LU-2.)
Objective CM-5.1: Maintain, update and amplify the Miami Register of Historic Places, to increase
the number of designated properties. Continue to survey properties and identify areas of the City
that are eligible for historic designation. (See Land Use Objective LU-2.1.)
Policy CM-5.1.1: The City will shall continue to identify potential historic districts and conduct
further surveys of contributing and noncontributing buildings. (See Land Use Policy LU-2.1.1.)
Policy CM-5.1.2: The City will shall continue to maintain an electronic database of all relevant
information for all designated sites in the Miami Register of Historic Places. (See Land Use Policy
LU-2.1.2.)
Policy CM-5.1.3: The City has designated erous historic sites and historic districts pursuant
to Chapter 23 of the Miami City Code. The i y w+l-kshall continue to designate sites and districts
as appropriate and warranted. (See Land Use Policy LU-2.3.2.)
Policy CM-5.1.4: The City w+l-shall continue to review nominations to the National Register of
Historic Places through the Certified Local Government Program. (See Land Use Policy LU-
2.3.1.)
Policy CM-5.1.5: The City w shall continue to include information on the City's historic,
architectural and cultural heritage for inclusion in public information, economic development
promotion and tourism materials. (See Land Use Policy LU-2.5.4.)
Objective CM-5.2: Increase the number of historic structures that have been preserved,
rehabilitated or restored, according to the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation. (See Land Use Objective LU-2.4.)
Policy CM-5.2.1: The City w+l-kshall continue to utilize the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards
for Rehabilitation as the minimum standards for preservation of historic properties. To receive
public financial support from the City, designated privately owned structures must meet these
standards. (See Land Use Policy LU-2.4.2.)
Policy CM-5.2.2: The City currently owns historic sites and other potential archaeological sites. If
it is deemed in the public interest for the City to transfer title of City properties of historic,
architectural, or archaeological significance, such transfer w+l-kshall include restrictive covenants
to ensure the protection and preservation of such properties. (See Land Use Policy LU-2.4.3.)
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Objective CM-5.3: The Office of Historic Preservation will shall work with the Office of Resilience
and Sustainability to take the effects of wind, flooding and other natural hazards into consideration
and implement improvements for historic preservation by 2025.
Goal CM-6: Achieve a flood resilient community by protecting and adapting public
infrastructure, services, natural systems, and resources from climate change impacts in
accordance with the Peril of Flood legislation (Section 163.3178, F.S.).
Objective CM-6.1: Include development and redevelopment principles, strategies, and
engineering solutions that reduce flood risk in coastal areas that results from high -tide events,
storm surge, flash floods, stormwater runoff, and the related impacts of sea -level rise.
Policy CM-6.1.1: Maintain and update as needed, all maps —including FEMA flood zones and
repetitive claim maps, storm surge/CHHA, and sea -level rise impact maps —identifying current
and potential future areas subject to high flood hazard. Mapping updates wshall consider
specific planning horizons and include the best available sea level rise projections, including, but
not limited to, the Unified Sea Level Rise Projection from the Southeast Florida Regional Climate
Change Compact.
Policy CM-6.1.2: Take the rise in sea level projected by National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration into consideration in all future decisions regarding the design, location, and
development or redevelopment of infrastructure and public facilities in the FEMA-designated
Special Flood Hazard Area.
Policy CM-6.1.3: The City w+l-kshall incorporate Low -Impact Develo ment (LID) into all new public
projects to reduce flood risk and deleterious effects of runoff on adjacent ecosystems and
property.
Policy CM-6.1.4: Continue to upgrade stormwater infrastructure through drainage improvements,
installation of tidal backflow preventers, seawall repair and hardening in addition to sustainable
flood management actions such as, but not limited to, installation of bioswales, recharge through
drainage wells, use of pervious surfaces, maintenance of natural preserve areas and protection
of tidal beaches that are adaptive, and consider future climate changes.
Policy CM-6.1.5: Require building construction techniques be consistent with, or more stringent
than, the flood -resistant construction requirements in the Florida Building Code and applicable
flood plain management regulations including for wind, flood -proofing, and storm surge protection
as set forth in the Title 44 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 60.
Objective CM-6.2: Encourage the use of best practices, development and redevelopment
principles, strategies, and engineering solutions that w+l-kshall result in the removal of coastal real
property from flood zone designations established by the Federal Emergency Management
Agency.
Policy CM-6.2.1: The City w+l-kshall develop a plan for the replacement of infrastructure which also
integrates innovative climate adaptation and mitigation in the Coastal High Hazard Area. This plan
w+l�shall be developed in coordination with the City's Comprehensive Emergency Management
Plan and other pertinent City documents.
Policy CM-6.2.2: New development and infrastructure in areas modeled to be within the Coastal
High Hazard Area will shall use best practices to address sea level rise.
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Policy CM-6.2.3: After disasters, all repairs must address and employ the most appropriate
mitigation strategies. Cost- benefit analyses shall be conducted to determine the most
appropriate mitigation strategy for damage caused by natural disasters, tidal flooding, and/or sea -
level rise, including relocating public facilities out of the Coastal High Hazard Area.
Objective CM-6.3: Utilize site development techniques and best practices that may reduce losses
due to flooding and claims made under flood insurance policies issued in the state.
Policy CM-6.3.1: Continue to use vegetative management, such as vegetative buffers around the
public lands that flank the Miami and Little Rivers.
Policy CM-6.3.2: Continue to utilize landscape retention areas in parki .lot medians, along edges
of impervious surfaces, and at the base of buildings.
Policy CM-6.3.3: Prioritize the use of pervious surfaces in rede men areas.
Policy CM-6.3.4: Participate in the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System
administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to achieve flood insurance
premium discounts for insurance policy holders.
Objective CM-6.4: The City shall establish a program of adaptive planning by 2025 by which
areas needing protection, accommodation, retreat, and avoidance are established. (This is in
conjunction with Future Land Use Policy LU-6.1)
Policy CM-6.4.1: The Adaptation Action Area, as defined by Section163.3164(1), F.S., is
designated for portions of the City (pursuant to Section163.3177(6)(g)(10), F.S.) as shown in
Appendix CM-1.
a. Adaptation strategies utilized within the Adaptation Action Area can be categorized as one
of the following:
a. Protection —structurally defensive measures that directly protect vulnerable
structures, allowing them to be left largely unaltered;
b. Accommodation —alter physical design of vulnerable structures to allow the
structure or land use to stay in place;
anaged Retreat —retreat from areas or infrastructure where protection or
accommodation will not be efficient or effective can be voluntary, incentivized, or
done gradually;
Avoidance —guiding new development away from areas that are subject to coastal
azards and can be done by implementing policy and/or offering incentives.
b. Criteria for an area's adoption into the Adaptation Action Area may include, but need not
be limited to:
a. Areas determined to be within the Coastal High Hazard Area;
b. Having a land elevation below, at, or near mean higher high water;
c. Having a hydrological connection to coastal waters; or
d. Being designated as an evacuation zone for storm surge.
Policy CM-6.4.2: Programming for the Adaptation Action Areas
1. Will shall include planning at the neighborhood scale;
2. Consider both hard and soft adaptation strategies to protect existing infrastructure,
property, and human health;
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3. Include strategies for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions; and
4. Be community driven.
Policy CM-6.4.3: Coordinate on adaptation activities and access technical assistance and support
with all relevant partners, including: Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, South
Florida Water Management District, Miami -Dade Water and Sewer Department, Florida
Department of Transportation, and other agencies that plan for, or own, operate and maintain
public infrastructure within, or crossing areas identified for adaptation, and adjacent local
governments if such areas extend beyond the City limits.
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Natural Resource Conservation Element
Goal NR-1: Maintain, preserve, enhance and restore the quality of natural resources
within the context of the city's urban environment.
Objective NR-1.1: Preserve and protect the existing natural systems within Virginia Key, the
Dinner Key spoil islands, and those portions of Biscayne Bay that lie within the City's boundaries.
Policy NR-1.1.1: The City shall continue to take actions to protect and restore the natural
environment of Virginia Key in cooperation with appropriate County, State and Federal
environmental agencies. {See Coastal Management Policy CM 1.1.1.)
Policy NR-1.1.2: The City will cContinue retrofitting the number of storm water outfalls that
discharge into the Miami River and its tributaries, the Little River and directly into Biscayne Bay
in accordance with water quality improvement programs and adopted plans. If positive drainage
systems to these water bodies are deemed to be the only feasible method of maintaining
adequate storm drainage, then these storm sewers will shall be designed and constructed to
retain grease and oil and minimize pollutant discharges. {See Sanitary and Storm Sewers Policy
Policy NR-1.1.3 [Reserved]
Policy NR-1.1.4: The City shall continue •articipate in the State funded SWIM program for
funding support in order to reduce point and non -point sources of pollution into Biscayne Bay.
Policy NR-1.1.5: Regulate development on Virginia Key to ensure that there shall be no net
loss of functional wetlands; that beaches and dune systems on the island shall not be
degraded or disrupted; and that will life habitats and native species of fauna and flora shall be
protected.
Policy NR-1.1.6: Through development regulations, ensure that development or
redevelopment within the Coe one wi-l-kshall not adversely affect the natural environment or
lead to a net loss of public access or public use of public owned property (consistent with
protection of natural systems) to the city's natural resources.
Policy NR-1.1.7: The City will shall increase code enforcement to prevent illegal disposal of
hazardous waste into the city's natural resources such as the Miami River and Biscayne Bay and
encourage Miami -Dade County to approve and post signs warning against illegal disposal.
Policy NR-1.1.8: The City will shall work with; and support the County's efforts to identify
generators of hazardous waste, and to develop and enforce procedures for the proper collection
and disposal of hazardous waste. The City shall support Miami -Dade County's development
of a hazardous waste temporary storage facility in a non- populated area. {See Solid Wastc
Collection Poli „ SW 1.2A.)
Objective NR-1.2: Improve the water quality of, and ensure health and safety within, the Miami
River, its tributaries, a4 the Little River, and Biscayne Bay.
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Policy NR-1.2.1: The City will shall continue to work with the Biscayne Bay Management Plan
Committee Watershed Management Advisory Board and with the appropriate agencies in order
to encourage and support Miami -Dade County Department of Environmental Resource
Management in the monitoring of contaminants within these water bodies and to ensure that the
City is kept adequately informed of environmental conditions.
Policy NR-1.2.2: Continue to implement the Biscayne Bay Management Plan, Biscayne Bay
Recovery Plan (adopted in 2020), the recommendations of the Miami Dade County Biscayne Bay
Task Force, and other relevant plans in order to reduce the level of contaminants in these water
bodies and improve the water quality within them.
Policy NR-1.2.3: Participate in state and federally funded programs to remove abandoned and
repair leaking underground fuel storage tanks on City owned properties.
Policy NR-1.2.4: The City of Miami will shall continue to cooperate with the Miami River
Commission, which has been granted broad powers over environmental and other issues related
to the Miami River by state statute. Among the issues to be addressed by the commission are
those related to acceptable water quality standards for the Miami River and its tributaries. The
City of Miami shall cooperate with the Miami River Commission in establishing such standards
and, to the extent feasible, achieving them.
Policy NR-1.2.5: Continue to provide public education on, and enforcement of, best management
practices for fertilizer application, including the fertilizer blackout period during the summer rainy
period from May 15th to October 15th, and restriction on fertilizer applications adjacent to
waterfronts.
Objective NR-1.3: Maintain and enhance the status of native species of fauna and flora.
Policy NR-1.3.1: Continue and, where necessary, expand the use of scenic corridor and
Environmental Preservation District designation.
Policy NR-1.3.2: Identi t y-owned land with significant native vegetative features or wildlife
habitats, and designate those areas as Environmental Preservation Districts.
Policy NR-1.3.3: Continue designating private properties with significant or unique resources as
Environmental Preservation Districts.
Policy NR-1.3.4: Review development and redevelopment to determine any adverse impacts on
adjacent areas with significant native vegetative features, wildlife or marine life, and establish
regulations that reduce or mitigate such impacts.
Policy NR-1.3.5: Through the development review and approval process, ensure that off -site
mitigation for disruption or degradation of significant natural resources occurs in an orderly and
sound manner, so as to maximize benefits to the overall natural system.
Policy NR-1.3.6: Through the development review process, deny the use of intrusive exotic plant
species, encourage the use of native plant species, and those species that do not require the
excessive use of fertilizers, excessive watering, are not prone to insect infestation or disease, and
do not have invasive root systems.
Policy NR-1.3.7: Permit applications for all boating facilities located on city shorelines shall be
evaluated in the context of their cumulative impact on manatees and marine resources.
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Policy NR-1.3.8: Slow or idle speed zones shall be adopted in areas frequented by manatees and
enforcement of speed zones shall be improved.
Policy NR-1.3.9: To the extent that there are wetlands on the Resources of Regional Significance,
State Save Our Rivers, or Dade County Environmentally Endangered Lands acquisition lists
within the City of Miami, consideration will shall be given to public acquisition and management
of such properties when such actions are feasible. {
Objective NR-1.4: Maintain, protect and enhance the City's tree canopy and significant trees to
beautify neighborhoods, provide habitat for wildlife, capture greenhouse gas emissions, and
reduce urban heat island effect throughout the city. AINIr
Policy NR-1.4.1: The City will shall continue to protect the tree canop and significant trees
through the Tree Protection Ordinance.
Policy NR-1.4.2: The City shall work with public and privatepartners to a ve the 2007 Troy
Master Plan goal of an increase of 30% tree canopy coverage citywide by 20202030.
Policy NR-1.4.3: The City shall develop an ordinance describing criteria for designation of City
of Miami Historic Trees, procedures for nomination of a Miami Historic Tree, and procedures for
official designation and signage identifying Miami Historic Trees.
Policy NR-1.4.4 The City shall work to implement street tree and streetscape master plans that
exist throughout the City.
Goal NR-2: Maintain an adequate and safe supply of water for the city residents.
Objective NR-2.1: Ensure adequate levels of safe potable water are available to meet the needs
of the city. {See Potable Water Objective PW 1.2.)
Policy NR-2.1.1: In periods of regional water shortage, the City shall support the South Florida
Water Management District's policies and regulations regarding water conservation.
Policy NR-2.1.2: The City shall continue to enforce Florida Building Code requirements for the
on -site retention of the first inch of storm water runoff. (See Sa ;itary Stor ewers--P y
SS 2.2.5.)
Policy NR-2.1.3: The City will -shall continue to support the South Florida Water Management
District efforts to monitor the water levels at the salinity control structures within the city to prevent
against further saltwater intrusion and protect the aquifer recharge areas and cones of influence
of wellfields from contamination. {See Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Policy AR 1.1.3.)
Policy NR-2.1.4: Since the potable water network is an interconnected, countywide system, the
City will shall cooperate with Miami -Dade County Water and Sewer Department (MDWASD) to
jointly develop methodologies and procedures for biannually updating estimates of system
demand and capacity, and ensure that sufficient capacity to serve development exists. (-ee
Potable Water Policy PW 1.1.1.)
Policy NR-2.1.5: Ensure potable water supplies meet the established ILevel of sService standards
for transmission capacity as set in the Capital Improvements Element. (See Potable Water Policy
Din .�-a-n-E1-Crapital evements-Policy 01 1 3
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Policy NR-2.1.6 [Reserved]
Policy NR-2.1.7: Pursuant to Section 163.3177(6)(c), F.S., Tthe City has adopted an Updated
Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (contained in Appendix PW-1 of the MCNP) for a 210-year
planning period {2014 2033) to be consistent with the MDWASD planning period and that is also
consistent with the current Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update approved by the South
Florida Water Management District (SRWMD) on November 8, 2018 and the current adopted
Miami -Dade County's 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan adopted April 2022 and
corresponding CDMPTextAmendments adopted on January 19, 2023. The City's Work Plan and
the County's Work Plan are incorporated into the City's Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan y
reference. {See Potable Water Policy PW 1.2.2.)
Policy NR-2.1.8: The City w+l-kshall continue to practice water conservations measures (i.e. new
residential and commercial development w+l-kshall be required to install high efficiency plumbing
fixtures and appliances) that are enforced through Chapters 8 — Building Code, and 32 — Water
and Sewer Regulations, of the Miami Dade County Code of Ordinances, updated September 2,
2008March 7, 2023.
Policy NR-2.1.9: The City will shall continue to implement the same or more stringent water
conservation measures as provided through Chapters 8 - Building Code {updated September 2,
2-008), Chapter 32 - Water and Sewer Regulations {updated September 2, 2008), and Chapter
18A and 18B - Landscape Ordinance {updated May 5, 2009), of the Miami -Dade County Code of
Ordinances and Chapter 40E-21, FAC, Water Shortage Plan.
Goal NR-3: Attain and maintain a degree of air quality that is safe and to —meets all
attainment standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the city as a
whole.
Objective NR-3.1: Improve the monitoring of air quality within areas perceived to have the highest
potential for air quality problems.
Policy NR-3.1.1: The City shall continue working with County, State, and federal environmental
agencies to ensure that the number of air quality monitoring stations maintained by these
agencies are sufficient to ensure accurate ongoing monitoring of air quality standards.
Objective NR-3.2: Prevent the degradation of ambient air quality within the city.
Policy NR-3.2.1: Establish vehicular transportation patterns that reduce the concentration of
pollutants in areas known to have ambient air quality problems.
Policy NR-3.2.2: The City of Miami continues to support the provision of efficient transit and
paratransit services that serve existing and future trip generators and attractors, the provision of
safe and convenient transit passenger transfer terminal facilities, and the accommodation of the
special needs of the City of Miami's population. Therefore, the City of Miami will shall support
Miami -Dade County in the provision of these essential transit services. {See Transportation
Objective 1.5)
Policy NR-3.2.3: The City will shall work with the Miami -Dade County transportation planning
agencies to continue to increase the quality of transit services within the city.
Policy NR-3.2.4: The City w+l-kshall work with the appropriate federal, state, regional, and county
agencies to ensure that owners of buildings and facilities with unacceptable levels of asbestos
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containing materials as long as this action w+l-kshall not cause further degradation to the air quality.
Policy NR-3.2.5: The City will shall monitor developers to ensure that they appropriately treat
exposed construction areas by means such as mulching, spraying, or grass coverings, to
minimize air pollution.
Policy NR-3.2.6: The City shall reduce human exposure to air pollution by taking into
consideration climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies from the recommendations of
the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact to reduce greeouse gas emissions
in accordance with all applicable regulations.
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Education Element
Goal EDU-1: Develop, operate, and maintain a system of public education by Miami -Dade
County Public Schools, in cooperation with the City and other appropriate governmental
agencies, which will -shall strive to improve the quality and quantity of public educational
facilities available to the citizenry of Miami -Dade County, Florida.
Objective EDU-1.1: Work towards the reduction of the overcrowding which currently exists in the
Miami -Dade County Public Schools, while striving to attain an optimum Level of &Service
pursuant to Objective EDU-1.2. Provide additional solutions to overcrowding so that citywide
enrollment in Miami -Dade County's public schools w+l-kshall meet state requirements for class
size by September 1 2010
Policy EDU-1.1.1: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County 1iblic Schools in their efforts to
continue to provide new student stations through the capital Outlayprogram, in so far as
funding is available.
Policy EDU-1.1.2: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County `Pubic Schools in their efforts to
develop and implement alternative educational facilities, such as primary learning centers,
which can be constructed on small parcels of land and relieve overcrowding at elementary
schools, in so far as funding and rules permit.
Policy EDU-1.1.3: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
provide public school facilities to the students in the City, which operate at optimum capacity, i
e. Operational alternatives may be developed and implemented, where
appropriate, which mitigate the impacts of overcrowding while maintaining the instructional
integrity of the educational program.
Policy EDU-1.1.4: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
maintain and/or improve the established level of service (LOS); for Public Educational Facilities,
as established for the purposes of school concurrency.
Policy EDU-1.1.5: The Miami -Dade County School Board (School Board) comments shall be
sought and considered on comprehensive plan amendments and other land use and zoning
decisions which could impact the school district, in order to be consistent with the terms of the
state mandated Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning pursuant to Sections
1013.33 and 163.31777, Florida Statutes.
Policy EDU-1.1.6: Capital improvement programming by the Miami -Dade County Public Schools
should be based on future enrollment projections and demographic shifts and targeted to
enhance the effectiveness of the learning environment. The future enrollment projections should
utilize student population projections based on information produced by the demographic,
revenue, and education estimating conferences pursuant to Section 216.136, Florida Statutes,
where available, as modified by the School Board based on development data and agreement
with the City of Miami, the State Office of Educational Facilities and the State SMART Schools
Clearinghouse. The School Board may request adjustment to the estimating conferences'
projections to reflect actual enrollment and development trends. In formulating such a request,
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the School Board will shall coordinate with the City regarding development trends and future
population projections.
Policy EDU-1.1.7: The City will shall, through the Staff Working Group of the Interlocal
Agreement for Public School Facility Planning, coordinate with Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, and applicable Cities to review annually the Education Element and school enrollment
projections.
Policy EDU-1.1.8: The City shall assist, as necessary and/or appropriate, in collecting impact
fees from new development for transfer to Miami -Dade County Public Schools to offset the
impacts of additional students on the capital facilities of the school system.
Objective EDU-1.2: The City of Miami shall coordinate new residential development with the
future availability of public school facilities1 consistent with the adopted tLevel of sService
standards for public school concurrency, to ensure the inclusion of those projects necessary to
address existing deficiencies in the 5-year schedule of capital improvements, and meet future
needs based upon achieving and maintaining the adopted level of service standards throughout
the planning period.
Policy EDU-1.2.1: Beginning January 1, 2008, tThe adopted ILevel of &Service (LOS) standard
for all Miami -Dade County public school facilities is 100% utilization of Florida Inventory of
School Houses (FISH) Capacity (With Relocatable Classrooms).This LOS Standard, except for
magnet schools, shall be applicable in each public school concurrency service area (CSA),
defined as the public school attendance boundary established by the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools2.
The adopted LOS standard for Magnet Schools is 100% utilization of FISH (with relocatable
classrooms), which shall be calculated on a districtwide basis.
Policy EDU-1.2.2: It is the goal of Miami -Dade County Public Schools and The City of Miami for
all public school facilities to achieve and maintain 100% utilization of Permanent FISH (No
Relocatable Classrooms) capacity by January 1, 2018. To help achieve the desired 100%
utilization of Permanent FISH by 2018, Miami -Dade County Public Schools should continue to
decrease the number of relocatable classrooms over time. Public school facilities that achieve
100% utilization of Permanent FISH capacity should, to the extent possible, no longer utilize
relocatable classrooms, exert as an operational solution.
1 Level of Service standards for public school facilities to those traditional
educational facilities, owned and operated by the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, that are required to serve the residential development within their
established Concurrency Service Area. Level of Service standards do not apply
to charter schools. However, the capacity of both charter and magnet schools will
shall be credited against the impact of development. No credit against the impact
of development shall be given for either magnet or charter schools if their district
wide enrollment is at, or above, 100% FISH Capacity.
2 Relocatable classrooms may be used by Miami -Dade County Public Schools as a
operational solution to achieve the level of service standard during replacement,
remodeling, renovation or expansion of a public school facility.
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By December 2010, the City and County in cooperation with Miami Dadc County Public School
will assess the viability of modifying the adopted LOS standard to 100% utilization of Permanent
FISH T ca to Classroe-m) for all rcAc.
Policy EDU-1.2.3: In the event the adopted LOS standard of a CSA cannot be met as a result of
a proposed development's impact, the development may proceed provided at least one of the
following conditions is met:
Policy EDU-1.2.3.1 The development's impact can be shifted to one or more adjacent CSAs that
have available capacity, subject to such provisions in the Interlocal Agreement for Public School
Facility Planning with Miami -Dade County Public Schools that may limit the shifting of impacts to
those facilities, located, either in whole or in part, within the same Geographic Areas (Northwest,
Northeast, Southwest, or Southeast, see Figures 1A, 2A and 3C within Appendix EDU-1) as the
proposed development;
Policy EDU-1.2.3.2 The development's impact is mitigated, proportionate to the demand for
public schools it created, through a combination of one or more proportionate share mitigation
options as defined in Section 163.3180 (13)(e)1 (6)(h)2, Florida Statutes, and subject to such
provisions in the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning with Miami -Dade
County Public Schools as may further define the available proportionate share mitigation
options. The intent of these options in policies EDU-1.2.3.1 and EDU-1.2.3.2 is to provide for the
mitigation of residential development impacts on public school facilities, guaranteed by a legal
binding agreement, through mechanisms that include, one or more of the following_ contribution
of land; the construction, expansion, or payment for land acquisition or construction of a
permanent public school facility; or, the creation of a mitigation bank based on the construction
of a permanent public school facility in exchange for the right to sell capacity credits. The
proportionate share mitigation agreement is subject to approval by Miami -Dade County School
Board and the Miami -Dade County Board of County Commissioners and must be identified in
the most recent Miami -Dade County Public Schools Facilities Work Program-; or
Policy EDU-1.2.3.3 The development's imps re phased to occur when sufficient capacity will
be available. If none of the above conditions is met, the development shall not be approved.
If none of the above conditions in policies EDU-1.2.3.1, EDU-1.2.3.2, or EDU-1.2.3.3 are met,
the development shall not be approved. It is provided, however, that nothing in this element or in
the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning shall be construed or applied to
effect a permanent or temporary taking of private property in violation of the United States
Constitution or the Florida Constitution, to result in the unlawful abrogation of vested rights or
other violation of law, to require the payment of compensation for impacts on private property, or
to modify or eliminate any remedy available to prevent or rectify a taking, abrogation of vested
rights, or violation of law.
Policy EDU-1.2.4: Concurrency Service Areas (CSA) shall be delineated to1) maximize capacity
utilization of the facility, 2) limit maximum travel times and reduce transportation costs, 3)
acknowledge the effects of court -approved desegregation plans, 4) achieve socio-economic,
racial, cultural and diversity objectives, and 5) achieve other relevant objectives as determined
by the School Board's policy on maximization of capacity. Periodic adjustments to the boundary
or area of a CSA may be made by the School Board to achieve the above stated factors. Other
potential amendments to the CSAs shall be considered annually at the Staff Working Group
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meeting to take place each year no later than April 30 or October 31, consistent with Section 9
of the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning.
Policy EDU-1.2.5: The City through the implementation of the concurrency management system
and Miami -Dade County Public School Facilities Work Program for educational facilities, shall
ensure that existing deficiencies are addressed and the capacity of schools is sufficient to
support residential development at the adopted tLevel of &Service (LOS) standards throughout
the planning period in the 5-year schedule of capital improvements.
Policy EDU-1.2.6: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools Facilities Work Program shall be
evaluated on an annual basis to ensure that the ILevel of &Service standards w+tkshall continue
to be achieved and maintained throughout the planning period.
Objective EDU-1.3: Obtain suitable sites for the development and expansion of public education
facilities.
Policy EDU-1.3.1: In the selection of sites for future educational facility development, the City
encourages the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to consider whether a school is in close
proximity to residential areas and is in a location that would provide a logical focal point for
community activities.
Policy EDU-1.3.2: Where possible, the Miami -Dade County Public Schools should seek sites
which are adjacent to existing or planned public recreation are s, community centers, libraries,
or other compatible civic uses for the purpose of encouraging jo t use facilities or the creation
of logical focal points for community activity
Policy EDU-1.3.3: The City acknowledges and 'orirs that, when selecting a site, the Miami -
Dade County Public Schools w+tkshall consider if the site meets the minimum size criteria as
recommended by the State Department of Education or as determined to be necessary for an
effective educational environment.
Policy EDU-1.3.4: When considering a site for possible use as an educational facility, the Miami -
Dade County Public Schools should review the adequacy and proximity of other public facilities
and services necessary to the site such as roadway access, transportation, fire flow and
portable water, sanitary sewers, drainage, solid waste, police and fire services, and means by
which to assure safe access to schools, including sidewalks, bicycle paths, turn lanes, and
signalization.
Policy EDU-1.3.5: When considering a site for possible use as an educational facility the Miami
Dade County Public Schools should consider whether the present and projected surrounding
land uses are compatible with the operation of an educational facility.
Policy EDU-1.3.6: The City shall encourage and cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools in their effort for public school siting reviews to help accomplish the objectives and
policies of this element and other elements of the MCNP. The City shall cooperate with the
Miami -Dade County Public Schools to establish provisions for a scoping or pre -application
meeting as part of the educational facilities review process, if determined to be warranted.
Policy EDU-1.3.7: The City shall continue to cooperate with Miami -Dade County Public
Schools in utilizing Miami -Dade County Public Schools as emergency shelters during county
emergencies.
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Objective EDU-1.4: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools, in conjunction with the City of
Miami and other appropriate agencies, shall strive to improve security and safety for
students and staff.
Policy EDU-1.4.1: Continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to
develop and/or implement programs and policies designed to reduce the incidence of violence,
weapons and vandalism on school campuses. Encourage the design of facilities, which do not
cncourage discourages criminal behavior and provides clear sight lines from the street.
Policy EDU-1.4.2: Continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to
develop and/or implement programs and policies designed to reduce the number of incidents
related to hazardous conditions as reported by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the
fire marshal, the State Department of Education (DOE), the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection, Miami -Dade County DERM, and other appropriate sources.
Policy EDU-1.4.3: Continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to provide
for the availability of alternative programs for at -risk students at appropriate public educational
facilities.
Policy EDU-1.4.4: Coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools and municipalities to
provide for pedestrian, bicycle, and traffic safety in the area of schools (Safe Routes to School)
and signalization for educational facilities.
Policy EDU-1.4.5: Coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools Division of School
Police and other law enforcement agencies, where appropriate, to improve and provide for a
secure learning environment in the public schools and their vicinity.
Objective EDU-1.5: Continue to develop programs and opportunities to bring the schools and
community closer together.
Policy EDU-1.5.1: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
provide "full service" schools, parent resource centers, adult and community schools and
programs as appropriate.
Policy EDU-1.5.2: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
continue to provide opportunities for community and business leaders to serve on committees
and task forces, which relate to the development of improved provision of public educational
facilities and programs.
Policy EDU-1.5.3: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to continue to work
with the development industry to encourage partnerships in the provision of sites and
educational facilities including early childhood centers.
Policy EDU-1.5.4: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools through agreement
with appropriate agencies to increase medical, psychological, and social services for children
and their families as appropriate.
Objective EDU-1.6: Miami -Dade County Public Schools wildshall continue to enhance
effectiveness of the learning environment.
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Policy EDU-1.6.1: Miami -Dade County Public Schools is encouraged to continue the design and
construction of educational facilities which create the perception of feeling welcome, secure,
and positive about the students' school environment and experiences.
Policy EDU-1.6.2: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools is encouraged to continue to design
and construct facilities which better provide students access to technology designed to improve
learning, such as updated media centers and science laboratories.
Policy EDU-1.6.3: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools is encouraged to continue to improve
existing educational facilities, in so far as funding is available, through renovation and expansion
to better accommodate increasing enrollment, new educational programs., and other activities,
both curricular and extra -curricular.
Objective EDU-1.7: The School Board Miami -Dade County Public Schools, the City, and other
appropriate jurisdictions and agencies shall establish and implement mechanisms for ongoing
coordination and communication; to ensure the adequate provision of public educational
facilities.
Policy EDU-1.7.1: The City shall coordinate and cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, the State, municipalities, and other appropriate agencies to develop or modify rules
and regulations in order to simplify and expedite proposed new educational facility
developments and renovations.
Policy EDU-1.7.2: The location of future educational facilities should occur where capacity of
other public facilities and services is available to accommodate the infrastructure needs of the
educational facility.
Policy EDU-1.7.3: The Miami- ade County Public Schools should is encouraged to coordinate
school capital improvemei pins with the planned capital improvement projects of other County
and municipal agencie$
Policy EDU-1.7.4: The ray shall cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their
efforts to ensure that they art obligated to pay for off -site infrastructure in excess of their fair
share of the ts.
Policy ED - .7.5: The City of Miami and the Miami -Dade County Public Schools w+l-kshall
annually review the Educational Element and the City will shall make amendments, if
necessary.
Policy EDU-1.7.6: The City shall seek to coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools
in formalizing criteria for appropriate sharing of responsibility for required off -site facility
improvements attributable to construction of new public schools or expansion of existing ones.
Policy EDU-1.7.7: The City shall coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools, a8
Miami -Dade County, and adjacent local governments to eliminate infrastructure deficiencies
surrounding existing school sites.
Policy EDU-1.7.8: The City and the Miami -Dade County Public Schools shall coordinate efforts
to ensure the availability of adequate sites for the required educational facilities.
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Policy EDU-1.7.9: The City and the Miami -Dade County Public Schools shall coordinate the
appropriate roles and responsibilities of affected governmental jurisdictions in ensuring the
timely, orderly. and efficient provision of adequate educational facilities.
Policy EDU-1.7.10: The City will shall work with Miami -Dade County Public Schools and Miami -
Dade County w+ll to account for the infrastructure needs of new, planned, or expanded
educational facilities when formulation formulating and implementing its own capital
improvement plans.
Objective EDU 1.8: Promote environmental education and understanding of resilience
principles. AIMIr
Policy EDU 1.8.1: The City shall continue engagement with Miami -Dade County Public Schools
to create a K-12 resilience literacy curriculum focused on local climate change impacts and
innovative solutions for regional and personal resilience.
Policy EDU 1.8.2: The City shall continue to work with existing advocacy organizations and non-
profits to improve citywide climate literacy and awareness.
Goal EDU-2: Examine green economy growth opportunities and prepare the local
workforce.
Objective EDU-2.1: Build local skills and expertise in trades that are relevant to the City's
infrastructure needs.
Policy EDU-2.1.1: The City shall work with local universities and Miami -Dade County Public
Schools to develop curriculum and training programs to meet Miami's trades labor force gaps.
Policy EDU-2.1.2 The City shall continue to foster partnerships with local universities to utilize
their expertise on innovative resilience projects that could benefit from academic research.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION PROGRAM
In order to enable the preparation of the periodic Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) as
required by Section 163.3191, Florida Statutes (F.S.), and Rulc 9J 5.0053, F.A.C., this section
w+ll outlines the procedures, the monitoring and evaluating of the Element and its
implementation.
Monitoring Requirement
The primary mechanism to monitor progress in achieving the objectives and policies in this
Element is the collection and update of appropriate baseline data. Further, as required by the
State Requirements for Educational Facilities, at least once every five (5) years the School
Board shall arrange for an educational plant survey to be conducted. This plant survey w+l-kshall
include data regarding existing facilities and a five (5) year projection of student population. The
written report from this survey shall include the following:
Inventory
An inventory of existing ancillary and
educational plants and auxiliary
facilities.
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Student Population
An analysis of past and projected
student population.
Capital Outlay
An analysis of expenditures and
projected capital outlay funds.
Facilities
Statements of proposed types of
facilities, grade structure, and list
student capacity.
Funding
A proposed funding plan.
A.
The information obtained from the educational plant survey shall be to generally
monitor the progress of the objectives and policies contained in the Education Iement and
will provide specific indicators for Objective ED I_1 1 and Objective ED I_'I it
The enforcement or adoption of interlocal agreements shall be explored as a mearto help
implement components of the Educational Element, and to coordinate the efficient provision of
public educational facilities. The performance of any agreements related to Objectives of this
element w+l-kshall be monitored as they are set in place.
Objective EDU 1.1 policies relating to the maintenance and improvement of specific level of
compare the official enrollment of the school system with thc numbcr of studcnt stations
available to determine the current operating LOS.
Objective EDU 1.2 will be measured through an annual review of the latest adopted Miami
Dade County Public Schools Facility Work Program in order to determine if the adopted
concurrency level of service standard (including the Interim LOS standards) is being achieved.
The number of developmcnt ordcrs
approved, those disapproved au dse that have achieved LOS standards through mitigation
options will also be reviewed.
Objective EDU 1.3 will be monitored through the annual invcntory and assccsmcnt by thc
roperty. The numbcr of now citcs
shall be reported annually and in the full review period reported in the EAR.
Objective EDU 1A will be monitored through the review and analysis of the statistics relating to
Police. A review and analysis of new and existing r ctivc and proactivc safcty and crimc
prevention programs will also be conducted on an annual basis.
Objective EDU 1.5 shall be monitored by the Miami Dade County Public Schools by reporting
and reviewing the progress and number of new and existing community oriented programs,
programs.
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Objective EDU 1.6 shall be monitored by the Miami Dade County Public Schools by reporting
science laboratories.
Objective EDU 1.7 will be addressed by implementing and tracking the development of
to expedite the provision or enhancement of public educational facilities.
Monitoring methods may be added or deleted as circumstances and criteria evolve. Any
Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan amendment process.
Evaluation
Available data regarding the vary public educational faces will bc u • o asccss-pregresc
on specific objectives. In order to evaluate the level of service being provided, student capacity
totals will be reviewed in comparison to student enrollment to determine the status of the current
level of service being provided. Similarly, performance in terms of achieving other objectives
development and implementation of other programs a.lsociated with each objective. Results of
these calculations and measures will bc analyzcd and changing circumstances and
opportunities will be considered.
accordance with the results of this process of continued monitoring and evaluation. Any
necessary changes will be made through the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan
amcndmcnt proses.
Future Conditions Maps
Consistent with Section 163.3177(122 (g), Florida statutes, maps showing existing and future
conditions are included in theis Element. A The map series (Figures 1A, 2B and 3C within
Appendix EDU 1) indicates the public school and ancillary facility locations as December 31,
2007 Propo ed Existing,and Ancillary Educational Facilities locations through the Year 2026.
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CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT
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MIAMI
COMPREHENSIVE
NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
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Capital Improvements Element
Goal CI-1: Adhere to sound fiscal management policies that ensure the timely provision
of public capital facilities required to maintain existing public infrastructure, that meet
the need for public facilities resulting from future development and redevelopment, and
that enable the provision of public capital facilities that enhance the quality of life within
the city.
Objective CI-1.1: The Capital Improvements Element of the Comprehensive Plan will -shall
provide for the sound fiscal planning of capital facility needs and a 5ess t a financial capacity of
the City to undertake capital improvement projects.
Policy CI-1.1.1: The Capital Improvement Element (CIE) ande Capital Im tvement Program
(CI P) represent the means by which the capital facilities needs of the city will -shall be
addressed, and both the CIE and CIP will -shall be revised on an ar nual basis to reflect changes
in the economic, social and public fiscal environment.
Policy CI-1.1.2: All capital expenditures in excess of $511.1k000 per distinct project must appear
within the CIE and CIP, with the exception of expenditures required to meet public emergencies
or unforeseeable and unplanned contractual obligations.
Policy CI-1.1.3: The City will -shall adopt a Capital Budget that corresponds to the first year of
the CIE and CIP.
Policy CI-1.1.4: As capital projects are incorporated into the CIE and CIP, consideration will be
given to the elimination of public hazards, the elimination of shortfalls between the adopted level
of service (LOS) standards and the existing capacity of public facilities; the impact of proposed
capital projects on the capital and operating budgets of the City; the fiscal capacity of the City to
proposed projects; the environmental impacts of proposed projects; the public facility
requirements of new development or redevelopment; consistency between proposed capital
projects to create a stronger, more resilient and innovativc futurc for Mimi by orchestrating
optimizing all available resources and the goals and objectives yet forth in the various elements
Florida Water Management District and Miami Dade County Public Schools. The City shall
continue to employ the Proiect Prioritization Matrix to incorporate capital proiects into the CIE
and CIP. The nine criteria utilized to analyze, rank, and prioritize proiects should be periodically
updated to reflect the City's vision. The criterion are as follows:
Life, Health, and Safety,
Legal and Regulatory Compliance,
Essential Improvements,
Strategic Alignment,
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Infrastructure Risk Management and Resiliency,
Environmental Protection,
Coordination and Dependency,
Leverage External Funds,
Revenue Producing or Cost Savings.
Policy CI-1.1.5: In the appropriation of capital funds priority will be given to the maintenance,
The CIE and CIP shall require, prior to
the regular appropriation requests in the CIP Budget, a simple high level project scoring and
ranking framework to aide in the determination to create and/or fund projects in the next fiscal
year CIP Budget.
Policy CI-1.1.6: All bond authorizations must be in conformance with the capital facilities needs,
programs and expenditure requirements as expressed within the City's Capital Improvement
Element.
Policy CI-1.1.7: The City wishall continue to seek the advice of qualified counsel to ensure the
proper timing of debt issuance and efficient management of its capital financing resources.
Policy CI-1.1.8: Debt issuance timing, size, and amortization schedules w+l-kshall be planned
and executed to maintain a level repayment and minimize fluctuations in the ad valorem tax
rate.
Policy CI-1.1.9: Competitive sale w+l-kshall be utilized whenever possible to assure that the City
obtains the most competitive interest rate in the municipal markets.
Policy CI-1.1.10: The Cityshallmaintain its long standing policy of avoiding the issuance of
short term financing in the form of Bond Anticipation Notes, and Revenue Anticipation Notes,
unless there is a compelling need or extraordinary circumstance for such interim financing.
Policy CI-1.1.11: The ratio of net direct general obligation debt as a percentage of the assessed
valuation of taxable property wi-l-kshall not exceed 25% of the Charter -mandated limit of 15% of
the assessed valuation, or 3.75% of assessed valuation.
Policy CI-1.1.12: Total debt service payments as a percentage of the Combined General Fund,
Enterprise Fund, and Debt Service Fund expenditures shall not exceed 15%.
Policy CI-1.1.13: To the greatest extent possible, capital projects financed through the issuance
of general obligation bonds shall have an expected useful life commensurate with the period of
the financing.
Policy CI-1.1.14: Direct net general obligation and special obligation debt shall be maintained at
below $1,000 per capita.
Policy CI-1.1.15: The City w+l-kshall seek to attain a bond rating of investment grade to ensure
that its citizens benefit from the lowest possible interest rates on its bonds.
Policy CI-1.1.16: The City will shall assist where possible Miami -Dade County Public Schools
and Miami Dade County in providing school concurrency related capital improvements and
seeking to expand the funding sources available to meet those requirements.
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Policy CI-1.1.17: The CIE shall specifically consider projects identified through any City -initiated
master planning or sub -area planning process, and encourage such planning efforts to provide
and prioritize implementation projects for consideration in the CIP.
Objective CI-1.2: Ensure through the City's land development regulations that development
orders authorizing new development or redevelopment that results in an increase in the density
or intensity of land use shall be contingent upon the availability of public facilities and services
that meet or exceed the minimum LOS standards for sanitary sewer, solid waste, stormwater,
potable water, adequate water supply, parks and recreation, and transportation facilities, and
that land use map changes maintain the financial feasibility of the MCNP. (See Coastal
Management Objective CM-1.4 or Educational Objective EDU-1.2.)
Policy CI-1.2.1: The impact of proposed #Future ILand 6Use Map changes on meeting
adopted LOS standards and public capital facility needs shall be assessed for their effect on
the financial feasibility of the MCNP before such proposals are adopted and no land use map
change shall be approved if the change causes the MCNP not to be financially feasible.
Policy CI-1.2.2: All development orders authorizing changes in permitted land uses for new
development or redevelopment that results in an increase in the density or intensity of land use
wil-kshall be contingent upon the ability of existing or programmed public facilities to continue to
provide service at or above the adopted LOS standard for the public facilities listed in Policy CI-
1.2.3. The public facilities to serve the new development or redevelopment shall be in place and
available to serve new development as follows:
a) Sanitary sewer, solid waste, potable water facilities and adequate water supply shall be
in place and available to serve new development Band redevelopment no later than the
issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent. The concurrency
requirement for sanitary sewer may be met through the use of onsite sewage treatment
and disposal systems approved by the Department of Health. Prior to approval of a
building permit or its functional equivalent, the city shall consult with the Miami- Dade
County Water and Sewer Department (MDWASD) to determine whether the adequate
water supplies to serve the new development shall be available no later than the
anticipated date of issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent.
Furthermore, MDWASD shall be responsible for monitoring the availability of water
supplies for all water users of MDWASD and for implementing a system that links water
supplies to the permitting of new development.
b) Park and recreation facilities shall be in place or under construction to serve new
development or redevelopment no later than one (1) year after the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent. The acreage for such facilities shall
be dedicated or acquired by the GCity prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its
functional equivalent, or funds in the amount of the developer's fair share shall be
committed no later than approval to commence construction.
c) Transportation facilities shall be in place and available to serve new development eand
redevelopment no later than three (3) years after the issuance of a building permit or its
functional equivalent that results in traffic generation, consistent with the provisions of
Objective TR-1.7 & related Policies and Policy TR-1.3.3. If the funds in the CIE are
insufficient to fully fund the transportation facility improvement required, the City may
enter into a binding proportionate -share agreement sufficient to mitigate the impacts by
paying for one or more improvements which will significantly benefit the impacted
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transportation system, which improvements shall be adopted into the 5 year capital
improvements schedule at the next annual CIE update.
d) Storm -sewer. Issuance of any development permit shall require compliance with the
stormwater level of service standard.
Policy CI-1.2.3: Acceptable Level of Service Standards for public facilities in the City of Miami
are:
a) Recreation and Open Space — Provide a municipally -owned park within a ten-minute
barrier -free walk to park entrances by80% of the city's population as measured by
GIS pedestrian network analysis. A ten-minute walk w+l-kshall be defined as a one-half
mile, barrier -free distance on a safe pedestrian route. Barrier -free means a continuous
walk on a sidewalk or designated pedestrian route that may include crossing streets but
does not encounter barriers such as walls or highway embankments that impede
passage. Safe pedestrian routes include those that mli include crossing of streets with
speed limits of up to 40 mph. (See Parks, Recreation and Open Space Policy PR-1.1.4.).
b) Potable Water Transmission Capacity 92.05 gallons/ resident/ day 97.54 gallons per
capita per day (GPCD). (See Potable Water Policy PW-1.2, and Natural Resource
Conservation Policy NR-2.1.5.).
c) Sanitary Sewer Transmission Capacity — 44-1- 122 gallon'1 resident/day. (See Sanitary
and Storm Sewers Policy SS-1.3.1.)
d) Storm Sewer Capacity — One -in -five-year storm event. (See Sanitary and Storm Sewers
Policy SS- 2.1.3.)
e) Solid Waste Collection Capacity 1.28 tons/resident/year maintain a solid waste
disposal capacity sufficient to accommodate waste flows committed to the system for a
minimum of five (5) years. (See Solid Waste Collection Policy SW- 1.1.1.)
f) Traffic Circulation — The City w+lkshall utilize a tiered LOS analysis when reviewing traffic
impacts for new developments whereby the Person -Trip LOS methodology w+l-kshall only
be applied within areas identified as a Center (as depicted on Map TR-14.2 within
Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis) while the traditional automobile LOS
methodology w+l-kshall be applied to all other areas within the City. Both methodologies
are then expressed as a ratio corresponding to letter grades LOS A through LOS F
based on the volume -to -capacity ratio in the same manner as used by the traditional
LOS methodology.
Issuance of development orders for new development eand significant expansion of existing
development w+l-kshall be contingent upon the development of an approved mitigation plan for
an area at LOS E (100 percent of capacity) standard or beyond within GCenters, transit
corridors, and all other areas.
The City w+l-kshall require a generalized Traffic Statement documenting the trip generation and
site access for developments and redevelopments that generate a minimum of 20 new peak
hour trips. A detailed Traffic and Neighborhood Impact Analysis will shall be required for
developments and redevelopments that generate more than 20 new peak hour trips.
Determination of the number of new peak hour trips projected to result from the development
w+l-kshall be calculated according to the latest version of the ITE Trip Generation Manual. (See
Policy TR-1.3.3 and Objective TR-1.7 & related Policies for additional information)
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The City has adopted FDOT's minimum LOS targets for Florida Intrastate Highway System
(FIHS) roadways. (See Objective TR-1.6)
g) Miami -Dade Public Schools Beginning January 1, 2008, tThe adopted (Level of
sService (LOS) standard for all Miami -Dade County public school facilities is 100%
utilization of Florida Inventory of School Houses (FISH) Capacity (With Relocatable
Classrooms). This LOS Standard except for magnet schools, shall be applicable in each
public school concurrency service area (CSA), defined as the public school attendance
boundary established by the Miami -Dade County Public Schools'.
The adopted LOS standard for Magnet Schools is 100% utilization of FISH (with relocatable
classrooms), which shall be calculated on a districtwide basis.
h) Adequate Water Supply -- As determined by the Miami -Dade County Water and Sewer
Department.
Policy CI-1.2.4: The latest point in the application process for determination of concurrency shall
be prior to the approval of an application for development order or permit that contains a specific
plan for development, including the densities and intensities of development. Concurrency 4
shall be determined by the Planning Department during the review of a Major Use Special
Permit, rezoning, and special permits and exceptions pursuant to the City's land development
regulations.
Policy CI-1.2.5: The Planning Department, with the assistance of various City departments and
agencies, shall be responsible for monitoring and ensuring adherence of the issuance of
development orders to the adopted TLevel of sService standards, the schedule of capital
improvements and the availability of public facility capacity.
Policy CI-1.2.6: Rise in sea level projected by the federal government, and refined by the
Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, shall be taken into consideration in all
future decisions regarding the design, location, and development of infrastructure and public
facilities in the City to meet or exceed adopted Level of Service (LOS) Standards. (See related
policy CM-1.4.2)
Objective CI-1.3: Ensure that future development and redevelopment pay an equitable,
proportional share of the cost of public facilities required to maintain adopted LOS standards.
Policy CI-1.3.1: The City shall continue to use developer contributions, including
development impact fees, to help fund the cost of public facilities needed to serve new
development a and redevelopment.
Policy CI-1.3.2: The City shall periodically revise all fees related to the impact of new
development and redevelopment to reflect increases in the cost of providing public capital
facilities.
1 Relocatable classrooms may be used by Miami -Dade County Public Schools as a
operational solution to achieve the level of service standard during replacement,
remodeling, renovation or expansion of a public school facility.
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Policy CI-1.3.3: The City will shall consider the use of special assessment districts to help fund
capital projects whose public benefits tend to be localized to specific geographic sub areas of
the city.
Policy CI-1.3.4: The City will shall take appropriate measures to ensure that increased property
values resulting from new development and redevelopment are accurately reflected on the
County Tax Assessor's property tax rolls in a timely manner.
Policy CI-1.3.5: The City shall work with the Miami Dade County and ##e Miami -Dade
County Public Schools to identify appropriate funding mechanisms in orde assure the fiscal
resources to maintain acceptable ILevels of &Service.
Policy CI-1.3.6: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools Facilities Work Program shall be
evaluated on an annual basis to ensure that the ILevel of &Service standards shall continue
to be achieved and maintained throughout the planning period.
Objective CI-1.4: Ensure that public capital expenditure within the Coastal Zone does not
encourage private development that is subject to significant risk of storm damage. (See Coastal
Management Objective CM-4.3.)
Policy CI-1.4.1: Public expenditures for capital facilities in the coastal high hazard area will shall
be limited to those required to eliminate existing LOS deficiencies, maintain adopted LOS
standards in non -high hazard areas, improve hurricane evacuation time, or reduce the threat to
public health and safety from storm events. (See Coastal Management Policy CM-4.3.1.)
Policy CI-1.4.2: Public expenditures for capital facilities in the coastal zone intended to further
the goals and objectives of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan shall be limited to
those projects that do not measurably increase the risk to public health and safety from storm
damage. (See Coastal Management Policy CM- 4.3.2.)
Objective CI-1.5: The City's Capital Improvements Program and Schedule is adopted as follows
in Appendix CI-1 of the M
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Goal IC-1: Increase effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of government services
through the appropriate coordination of local government actions.
Objective IC-1.1: To establish formal procedures for coordinating City planning and operating
functions that are directly related to the City's comprehensive neighborhood plan with the
Miami -Dade County Public Schools Board, Miami -Dade County Water and Sewer Authority
Department, Miami -Dade County Transportation and Public Works Department, Solid Waste
Division Management Department, Miami -Dade County Department of Environmental Resource
Management (DERM), the Seaport Department (Port of Miami), Aviation Department (Miami
International Airport), the Miami --Dade County Metropolitan Planning Organization, the Miami -
Dade County Shoreline Development Review Committee, Miami -Dade Transit, the South
Florida Regional Transportation Authority, the South Florida Regional Planning Council, the
South Florida Water Management District, the Florida Department of Transportation, the Florida
Department of Environmental Regulation, the Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative
Services, the Division of Historical Resources, Department of State, adjacent local
governments, and any other state, local or federal agency whose cooperation is required to
accomplish the goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan. [(
Policy IC-1.1.1: By 2005, Continue, or seek to establish by interlocal or other formal agreement
with appropriate jurisdictions, joint processes for collaborative decision making on issues
including, but not limited to, the location and extension of public facilities subject to concurrency
and the siting of facilities wi untywide significance, including locally unwanted land uses.
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Policy IC-1.1.2: The City shall continue implementation activities associated with the
Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami -Dade County, effective
approved February 27, 2003, including, but not limited to, coordinating City, County, and School
Board plans based upon consistent projections of the amount, type, and distribution of
population growth and student enrollment; participating in decision -making, through floating
membership on the School Board's District's School Site Planning and Construction Committee
and Staff Working Group, regarding potential sites for new schools and proposals for significant
renovation, the location of relocatables or additions to existing buildings, and potential closure of
existing schools; and collaborating to identify options aimed to provide the capacity to
accommodate anticipated student enrollment demand associated with increases in residential
development potential. [(c)3]
Policy IC-1.1.3 [Reserved]
Policy IC-1.1.4: The City will shall continue to ccck mcmberchip participate on the Biscayne Bay
Management Committee, the principal coordinating body for Biscayne Bay, as a means of
expressing its policies pertaining to Biscayne Bay. {(c)1]
Policy IC-1.1.5: The City shall maintain its membership and involvement with committees and
groups addressing the environmental healthy and water quality of Biscayne Bay.
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Policy IC-1.1.6: The eCity will shall coordinate with county, state and local governments, districts
and agencies to create partnerships to share open spaces and recreational facilities and
promote enhancement and expansion of parks, recreational facilities and programs, greenways,
trails,, and similar resources for use by Miami c residents.
Policy IC-1.1.7: The City will shall continue to implement the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection (FDEPil, National Pollutant Elimination System (NPDESil Permit
addressing the requirements for compliance with the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDLil for
pollutants entering city bound water bodies and ultimately Biscayne Bay.
Policy IC-1.1.8: The City shall coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District
(SFWMD) to accommodate its water supply and management planning and permitting process,
the City's adopted population projections, spatial characteristics of the MCNP Future Land Use
Plan cl4Map, and policies of the MCNP Land Use and Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge
and Coastal Management Elements. It is further City policy to accommodate future population
and economic growth by utilizing the range of alternative water supply technologies outlined
under MCNP Potable Water Element Objective PW-1.2, including sources from expanded
and/or new Florida Aquifer wellfields, Floridian Aquifer storage and recover (ASR) techniques,
water conservation methods, water reclamation, water and wastewater reuse and other
advanced technologies.
Policy IC-1.1.9: In its development of future potable water supplies and the Water Supply
Facilities Work Plan as outlined in Objective PW-1.3, the City shall consider, and be compatible,
with the South Florida Water Management District's Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply
Plan, adopted November 8, 2018.
Policy IC-1.1.10: The City of Miami shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County WASD by
requiring applications to be reviewed by MDWASD during the site plan review process prior to
approving a Building Permit, in order to determine whether adequate water supplies will be
available to serve the development by the anticipated issuance date of the certificate of
occupancy for properties located within the City of Miami. The City will shall monitor proposed
amendments to the Miami -Dade County Comprehensive Development Master Plan as they
relate to water supply planning and sea level rise in the City of Miami and provide input as
necessary.
Policy IC-1.1.11: The City shall participate in the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change
Compact and shall coordinate with other agencies, local municipalities, and the private sector to
develop initiatives and goals to address climate change mitigation and adaptation. Climate
related goals that support regional climate change objectives shall be integrated into the City's
Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan as appropriate.
Policy 1.1.12: All City departmental master plans and strategic business plans shall include and
prioritize climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. Climate change related
amendments shall be recommended through the next feasible, regularly scheduled amendment
process or departmental master plan update for each respective planning document.
a. Each City department shall consider extending planning horizons as appropriate to
adequately address (i.e. 30, 50, 75 10, 15 and 20-year plans) the projected long-term
climate change impacts into resource allocation recommendations.
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b. All new departmental climate change policies and programs shall be monitored for
effectiveness.
Policy IC-1.1.13:The City shall coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District
concerning its jurisdictional authority as necessary and support its efforts concerning the 2018
Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update, ACCELER8 Everglades and CERP and the
Biscayne Bay Coastal Wetlands Proiect to protect an Outstanding Florida Water — Biscayne
Bay. The City hereby adopts by reference the Miami -Dade County Comprehensive
Development Master Plan Amendments adopted January 19, 2023, the Miami -Dade Water and
Sewer Department 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (April 2022), the 2018 Lower East
Coast Water Supply Plan Update (LEC) approved by the South Florida Water Management
District (SFWMD) on November 8, 2018 and additional information found within Water Use
Permit 13-00017-W are herein incorporated by reference. The Water Use Permit which was
modified and approved by the SFWMD on March 8, 2022, shall now expire on December 27,
2065.
Policy 1.1.14: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County, Florida Department of Health,
and neighboring municipalities on response programs and activities related to public health
threats including epidemics and pandemics.
Goal IC-2: Promote orderly and appropriate regional land development and
transportation policies through consultations with Miami -Dade County, adjacent
counties, the region, and locally impacted municipalities.
Objective IC-2.1: To further and strengthen existing and potential planning coordination
mechanisms to ensure that consideration is given to both the impacts of land development and
transportation policies within Miami the City on areas outside the City's jurisdiction and the
impacts of land development outside the City's boundaries on the City of Miami. r(
Policy IC-2.1.1: The City wi-l-kshall continue its active participation in the Miami -Dade Planners'
Technical Committee (PTC) for the purpose of addressing common concerns and sharing
resources toward solving planning problems, water supply needs and coordinate water use and
sea level rise issues as needed with particular emphasis on examining State of Florida planning
requirements in the context of Miami -Dade County's unique governmental structure to more
effectively coordinate local planning efforts.
Policy IC-2.1.2: Working through the Planners' Technical Committee, the City wildshall share
copies of its comprehensive plan and plan amendments as well as information regarding
scheduled comprehensive planning -related public hearings for the benefit of adjacent and other
interested jurisdictions, and tilkshall encourage other participating jurisdictions to provide this
information as well.
Policy IC-2.1.3: The City w+4-kshall support the South Florida Regional Planning Council in
developing informal coordination mechanisms such as regional issue study groups that
coordinate land development and transportation policies among local governments; and to
establish mediation mechanisms to resolve potential regional conflicts. (See Intergovernmental
Coordination Policy IC-3.1.1.)
Policy IC-2.1.4: The City wi-l-kshall continue to utilize and coordinate with FDOT's South Florida
Commuter Services (SFCS) program to establish and implement transportation demand
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management strategies for all future and existing employers with more than 50 employees. The
City wi.l-kshall lead by example in developing transportation demand management strategies for
City employees. (See Policy TR-1.5.3)
Policy IC-2.1.5: The City will shall assist Miami -Dade County in developing the premium transit
projects identified in the Transportation Planning Organization's L4TPO's1 Long Range
Transportation Plan (LRTP) within the City limits. The City w+l-kshall utilize land development
regulations and other incentives to help direct development where it will best support existing
and planned transit services. (See PolicyTR-2.1.2)
Policy IC-2.1.6: The City wildshall coordinate with Miami -Dade County to implement resiliency
policies to mitigate and protect vulnerable roadways and critical evacuation routes (illustrated in
Maps TR-15 and TR-11 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section
respectively) within the City. (See PolicyTR-2.2.11)
Policy IC-2.1.7: The City will shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County's SMART Plan, which
specifically aims to provide premium transit service along roadways in the City including
Biscayne Boulevard and West Flagler Street. (See TR- 2.4.1)
Policy IC-2.1.8: To improve regional mobility, the City w+ll-shall regularly coordinate with, but not
limited to, Miami -Dade County, FDOT, 11A-TPO, South Florida Regional Transportation Authority
(SFRTA), the Port of Miami, the Miami River Commission, the Miami International Airport and
other public agencies or private entities, such as Brightline, to ensure that future improvements
to the transportation network within the City from these agencies are consistent with the goals,
objectives, and policies of the City of Miami's MCNP. (See Policy TR-2.4.2)
Policy IC-2.1.9: The City w+l-kshall continue to coordinate with SFRTA, FDOT, Miami -Dade
County, and other local agencies to support and develop plans to the implementation of the
FEC Coastal Link Commuter Rail. (See TR-2.4.5)
Policy IC-2.1.10: The City shall work with regional partners to establish a regional infrastructure
coordination committee with South Florida's major infrastructure organizations to develop
climate change informed design standards, identify cascading vulnerabilities, and establish
coordination mechanisms.
Objective IC-2.2 [Reserved]
Policy IC-2.2.1 [Reserved]
Goal IC-3: Contribute to an atmosphere of cooperation among local governments within
Miami -Dade County.
Objective IC-3.1: Maximize the use of informal, cooperative agreements as mechanisms for
intergovernmental conflict resolution within Miami -Dade County and minimize the use of
litigation.
Policy IC-3.1.1: The City w+l-kshall exhaust all efforts to solve intergovernmental conflicts arising
from adoption and implementation of comprehensive plans through informal mechanisms,
including but not limited to working through the Miami -Dade Planners' Technical Committee or
utilizing the Miami -Dade County League of Cities and the South Florida Regional Planning
Council's mediation process, before seeking remedies through the judicial system, provided that
efforts at informal resolution do not prevent the City from seeking legal remedies, or jeopardize
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the City's ability to prevail in any legal action. (See Intergovernmental Coordination Policy IC-
2.1.3.).
Policy IC-3.1.2: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County and other municipalities to share
data related to infrastructure and impact of climate hazards to facilitate regionally coordinated
planning and development.
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Property Rights Element
In accordance with the legislative intent expressed in Sections 163.3161(10) and 187.101(3)
Florida Statutes, as amended, that governmental entities respect judicially acknowledged and
constitutionally protected private property rights, each local government is required to include in
its comprehensive plan a property rights element to ensure that private property rights are
considered in local decision making.
Accordingly, the following rights shall be considered in the City's i• aking:
The right of a property owner to physically possess aniii
d of his or her intere the
property, including easements, leases, or mineral rights.
The right of a property owner to use, maintain, develop, and improve his or her property for
personal use or for the use of any other person subject to state law and local ordinances.
The rights of the property owner to privacy and to exclude others from the property to protect
the owner's possessions and property.
The right of a property owner to dispose of fir he operty through sale or gift.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Mayor
Francis X. Suarez
City Commissioners
Alex Diaz de la Portilla - District 1
Sabina Covo - District 2
Joe Carollo - District 3
Manolo Reyes - District 4
Christine King - District 5, Chair
Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board
Mercedes Rodriguez, Board Member (District 1)
Robert William Rodriguez, Board Member (District 1)
Anthony Parrish, Vice Chair (District 2)
Juan Carlos Zapata, Board Member (District 2)
Alex Dominguez, Board Member (District 3)
Paul Mann, Board Member (District 3)
Manuel Vadillo, Board Member (District 4
Adam J Gersten, Board Member (Distric )
Elon Metoyer, Board Member (Distri. 5)
Chris Collins, Chair (Mayoral App. ntee)
Arthur Porosoff, Board Member (May. al Alternative)
City Manager's c ice
Arthur Noriega, CI - Manager
Nzeribe Ihekwaba, D:.uty City Manager
Larry M Spring, Chief Financi Officer/Assistant City Manager
Natasha S Colebrook- lams, Assistant City Manager
Planning Department
Lakisha Hull, Director
Sevanne Steiner, Assistant Director
David Snow, Assistant Director
Erica Lee, Assistant to the Director PI. ning
Contributing Planning Depart, ent Staff
Sue Trone, Chief of Comprehen ve Planning
Graham Jones, Chief Ur.:n Design
Vickie Toranzo, Chief La . Development
Olga Zamora, Chief . earing Boards
Kenneth Kalmis, Interi ' Preservation Officer
Efren Nunez, Senior P anning Project Manager
Ryan Shed•, Principal Planner
Kathryn ngleton, Planner II
Josh. a Gloster, Planner II
Ja..ueline Ellis, Planner II
Devo ' nderson, GIS Data Specialist
Thomas Smo. -Russell, Special Projects Coordinator/DRI
Marion Knowles, Intern
Flo nce Murray, Hearing Boards Specialist II
Al: sander Sanchez, Hearing Board Specialist I
Alba de la Paz, Special Projects Coordinator
Matthew Nahrstedt, Planner II
Andrea Sandoval, Planner II
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Samantha Maldonado, Planner II
Richard Cody Brown, Planner I
Maxwell Utter, Planner II
Code Compliance
Robert Santos-Alborna, Director
Eric Nemons, Assistant Director
Communications
Kenia Fallat, Director
Louis Castillo, Communications Technical Operator
Graphic Services Administration
Jennifer Ramirez, Director
Richard Rios, Print Shop Superintendent
Capital Improvements
Hector Badia, Director
Jorge L. Mora, Assistant Director
Fire Rescue -Emergency Management
Joseph F. Zahralban, Fire Chief
Adrian Plasencia, Assistant Director
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Erica Paschal, Director
Grants Administration
Lillian Blondet, Director
Dorian Gibson, Special Projects Assistant
Housing & Community Development
George Mensah, Director
Alfredo Duran, Assistant Director
Human Services
David Gilbert, Interim Director
Innovation and Technology Department
Ivette Guzman, Virtual Meeting Host
James Jackson, Information Technology Technician II
Daniel Seijo, Web Developer
Office of Management and Budget
Marie Gouin, Director
Office of Resilience and Sustainability
Sonia Brubaker, Chief Resilience Officer
Alissa Farina, Assistant Chief Resilience Officer
Office of the City Attorney
Victoria Mendez, City Attorney
George K. Wysong, Deputy City Attorney
Amber L. Ketterer, Deputy City Attorney
Office of Zoning
Dan Goldberg, Director/Zoning Administrator
Tamara Allen -Frost, Assistant Director
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Parks and Recreation
Chris Evans, Director
LaCleveia Morley, Assistant Director
Denise Medina, Special Projects Coordinator
Real Estate Asset Management
Andrew Frey, Director
Hans Maichel, Real Estate Man per
Resilience and Public 'orks
Juvenal Santana, P.E., CF , Director
Collin Worth, Projec anager
Solid Waste
Wade Sa .ers, Director
C iefs of Staff
Dis ct 1 — Albert Robert
Dis ct 2 — Anthony Balzebre
istrict 3 — William Ortiz
istrict 4 — Esteban Ferreiro
District 5 — Yvette Harrell
City anager's Office — Melissa Fernandez Stiers
City Mayor — Donny Wolfe
Consultant
Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc.
Special Thanks
To all City staff, partners, stakeholders who provided
valuable input —THANK YOU! This plan is a reflection of
your commitment to the City of Miami.
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Contents
Introduction
Future Land Use Element
Urban Central Business District
The Downtown Miami Master Plan
Regional Activity Centers
Health District Regional Activity Center
Interpretation of the Future Land Use Map
Conservation
Public Parks and Recreation
Commercial Recreation
Marine Facilities
Single Family Residential
Duplex Residential
Low Density Multifamily Residential
Medium Density Multifamily Resid ial 1-24
High Density Multifami sidentia 1-25
Low Density Restricted .•mmer ' 1-25
Medium Density Restric cial 1-26
Major Institutional, Pu licc Fa Transportation and Utilities 1-26
Restricted Commercial 1-26
Central Business Distric CBD) 1-27
General Commercia 1-28
Industrial r�,�_.� 1-28
Light Industr':I 1-29
Correspo ' dence Table — Zoning and Comprehensive Plan 1-30
Housing ement 2-1
Sanit. y & Storm Sewers Element 3-1
N. ural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Element 4-1
Potable Water Element 5-1
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Transportation Element
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Ports, Aviation & Related Facilities Element 8-1
Port of Miami River Sub -Element 8-2
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Element 9-1
Coastal Management Element 10-1
Natural Resource Conservation Element
Education Element
Capital Improvements Element
Intergovernmental Coordination Element 14-1
Property Rights Element 15-1
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INTRODUCTION
More than a century ago, a city sprung up almost overnight. As a result, one of Miami's ma
nicknames is the Magic City. Much like her geographical description, Miami's history is co •rful,
magnetic, and exotic. Ever -evolving, Miami is surging as a major international port and •ateway
for global industries establishing footholds in the U.S. despite the City's relatively yo ' g age.
Since the early 2000s, Miami has seen a boom of high-rise architecture, dubbed . `Miami
Manhattanization" wave. This included the construction of many of the tallest b dings in Miami,
with nearly 20 of the City's tallest 25 buildings completed after 2005. This boo- transformed the
look of Downtown Miami, which now has one of the largest skylines in the ited States, ranked
behind New York City and Chicago. This boom slowed after the 2008 finscial crisis.
The City of Miami has been experiencing an impressive economic rec % ery and expansion
since the middle of the 2010s. According to the Kauffman Foundatio' , in 2017, the Miami area
ranked first among the largest metro areas in the U.S. for startup - tivity. This startup
environment is supported by the area's international flavor and iami's status as the gateway to
Latin America and has drawn an influx of immigrants that gen ate a mixture of innovative ideas
from different cultures. The continued growth and forward t king by the communities that
make up the City of Miami aid in it remaining a major inte ational, financial, and cultural center.
Over the next decade, Miami stands ready to embrac- he exciting opportunities and challenges
that lie ahead. With beautiful year-round weather fe other cities can parallel, a thriving
business climate ripe for international expansion, d a steadfast commitment to climate
resiliency, Miami is well -positioned to attract ec• omic development that continues to spur
population growth.
The update to Miami's Comprehensive Ne
Envisioning 2035, seeks to build upon t
diverse population, and preserve neig
metropolitan area that supports mul
importance of the MCNP lies in its
needs of the community to effec
initiatives. Through collaborati
design professionals, prope
achieving the community'
recreation, housing, an
the goals, policies, a
(TOD) and Transit
of park land, whil
neighborhoods
hborhood Plan (MCNP), known as Miami:
City of Miami's unique history, embrace its culturally
orhood vitality while promoting a vibrant urban
modal transportation and mixed -use communities. The
bility to shape positive community change while meeting the
vely integrate citywide policies and state and regional
n between City staff and residents, businesses, developers,
y owners and city officials, the MCNP lays the foundations for
vision. The four overarching themes of transportation, parks and
economy were key topics that helped to receive comments for updating
objectives that support enhancements of Transit Oriented Development
ed areas, the concept of a 15-minute community, expansion and retention
supporting resiliency and the protection of established residential
r all residents.
The MCNP the City's official comprehensive plan for making decisions related to physical
development including land use and housing, parks and open space, and transportation. It sets
forth th ity's vision for the future and establishes the goals, objectives, policies, and programs
to rea e that vision. The MCNP thus helps the City fulfill its mission to elevate the quality of life
of it residents by improving public safety, housing, mobility, diverse shared spaces that foster
c• munity, and efficient and transparent government.
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DEMOGRAPHICS & POPULATION PROJECTIONS
The population projections for the City of Miami are comprised of data received from the US
Census and Miami -Dade County. The City of Miami is the anchor of both Miami -Dade Cour y
and the Miami -Fort Lauderdale -Pompano Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). A shown
in the table below, the estimated population in the City of Miami in 2020 was 442,241. he
population is expected to increase by 86,816, or 19.63%, to 529,057 by 2035.
City of Miami Population Projections
2010 Census 2020 Census 2025 Projection 2030 Projection 2035 Project' n 2020-2035 Growth
399,457 442,241 466,515 496,370 52•,I57 19.63%
Sources: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program; Miami -Dade County Minor Statistical Area Population Projections; City of Miami Planning Departme
Population of City of Miami's Portion of MSA's
MSA
Decennial Counts
Projections
2010
2020
2025
2030
2035
1.2
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1
1
1
1
4.1
41,172
39,882
40,341
40,917
41,652
4.2
22,749
24,732
25,551
26,510
27,515
4.6
43,101
44,455
45,898
47,599
49,425
4.7
49,595
69,778
79,338
91,886
107,935
5.1
131,881
132,515
135,595
139,059
142,257
5.2
70,629
87,251
95,025
104,384
113,175
5.3
40,316
43,627
44,766
46,014
47,097
Total
399,457 442,241 466,515 496,370 529,057
3.2
826
5.4
4.4
4.5
a�n
5.3
2.4
4.2 is
4.6
5.2
Miami -Dade Coun tracks historic and projects future population across the county
using their Minor-tatistical Areas (MSA's). The City of Miami falls within eight MSA's.
Census Block ' ere used to determine the proportion of the City of Miami's population
within each ' nor Statistical Area. The percentages of City of Miami population within
each MSA .r 2020 were then applied to the MSA projections for 2025, 2030, and 2035.
The fah! - . n the map shows only the City of Miami's population counts and projections.
2.1
1.3
City of Miami
Minor Statistical Areas (MSA)
Highways
0 0,5 1 MilesH
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Population Growth Patterns: 2010 and 2020
Between 2010 and 2020, population growth and housing changes occurred throughout the'ity
of Miami. The heat map below shows the population growth during that period. The 2020 ' ap
shows a higher concentration of population within the greater downtown area bounded ► 1-195
(north), 1-95 (west), Biscayne Bay (east), and the Rickenbacker Causeway (south).
2010
Population
More People
Fewer People
Metrorail Stations
Metrarail
City Boundary
2020
0 1 2 4 Miles
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Sources: Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
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Miami's Population Growth by Race/Ethnicity,
Generational Groups, and Sex
Between 2010 - 2020, the median age slightly changed while housing
units and number of households increased by 15.3% and 18.36%,
respectively, in the City of Miami. The population change by generation
decreased for all birth ranges from 1901 — 1980. The Millennial
Generation is the predominant generation in 2020, with a 39.50%
increase in the City, leading the County, State and US in the highest
percentage of Millennials in 2020. The population growth for the past
two decades averaged 10%.
The median age in the City of Miami in 2020 is 39.7, which means that
the City has residents that are predominately in the Millennial
Generation group (1981-1996). The next two pages show the
comparison of age by sex and the population change by generati• for
2010 and 2020.
City of Miami Population & Housin
Data Point 201
Population 399, 4 7
Median Age 8.5
Housing Units ;3,994
Households 158,317
Average Household Size 2.45
Owner -Occupied 51,186
Renter -Occupied 107,131
Vacant Housing Unit 25,677
Source: US Census Bureau D: ennial Census Program
City of
•
Population Gro
1990-
2000
h by Decade
0.2%
•
10.7%
•
2000- 2010-
2010
2020
Source: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
Changes, 2010-2020
2020 2010-2020
442,241
39.7
212,146
187,379
2.30
53,107
134,272
24,767
iami Race & Origin Changes, 2010-2020
10.71%
3.12%
15.30%
18.36%
- 6.12%
3.75%
25.33%
- 3.54%
Race
White
Black
American Indi or Alaska Native
Asian
Native Ha aiian and Other Pacific Islander
Some O er Race
Two o ' More Races
Hisp is or Latino Origin
N. Hispanic or Latino
ispanic or Latino
ource: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
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2010 2020
289,920 133,690
76,880 57,254
1,195 1,890
3,953 6,145
85 90
16,684 63,383
10,740 179,789
120,001 131,769
279,456 310,472
2010-2020
- 53.89%
- 25.53%
58.16%
55.45%
5.88%
279.90%
1574.01
9.81
11.10%
iv
85+
80 to 84
75 to 79
70 to 74
65 to 69
60 to 64
55 to 59
50 to 54
45 to 49
40 to 44
35 to 39
30 to 34
25 to 29
20 to 24
15 to 19
10 to 14
5 to 9
0 to 4
5%
85+
80 to84
75to79
70 to 74
6 -
55 to 59
50 to 54
45 to 49
40 to 44
35 to 39
30 to 34
25 to
20 t
24
to19
0 to 14
5 to 9
0to4
5%
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City of Miami Age by Sex, 2010
4% 3% 2% 1% 0%
® Male ■ Fe
City of Mia
1% 2% 3% 4% 5%
Age by Sex, 2020
4% 3% 2% 1% 0% 1% 2% 3% 4% 5%
El Male ■Female
rce: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program
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City of Miami Population Change by Generation, 2010-2020
Generation
Greatest Generation
Silent Generation
Baby Boomers
Generation X
Millennials (Gen Y)
Generation Z
Generation Alpha
Total
`Growth rates cannot be calculated when starting value is 0
Sources: US Census Bureau Decennial Census Program; Pew Research Center; City of Miami Planning Depar
Birth Ranges
1901-1927
1928-1945
1946-1964
1965-1980
1981-1996
1997-2012
2013-Present
2010 Population 2020 Population 2010-2020
12,678 1,922 -84.84
51,309 33,244 -35.
92,896 87,477 - .83%
97,758 96,936 -0.84%
87,213 121,658 39.50%
57,603 67,969 18.00%
0 33,0 NIA*
399,457 442 41 10.71%
Comparison of Miami's Socio-Demogr
hics
Regarding ethnic composition, based on US Census data, ov= 70% of the population in the
City of Miami identifies as Hispanic or Latin Origin. The City as a larger Hispanic or Latino
Origin population than Miami -Dade County (2%+ more in 1 iami), the state of Florida (43%+
more in Miami) and the US (52%+ more in Miami). On e next page, the comparison by
generations are provided, with the City of Miami leadi'g with a larger percentage of Millennials
than the County, State or US.
Hispanic or Latin • Origin Comparison, 2020
70.20%
Miami -Dade County 68.73%
26.45%
States 18.73%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 1 00%
Source: US Dec-, nial Census Program
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Miami r
Miami -Dade
County
Florida
United States
9.17%
Comparison of Generations, 2020
21.03%
27.51%
21.62%
19.56%
19.78%
22.62%
19.87%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60°. 70% 80% 90% 100%
•Gen Alpha Gen Z Millennials Gen X •Baby :.00mers Greatest & Silent
Source: US Decennial Census Program
Travel to Work & Housing Ten e
Approximately 70% of the people living in Miam ent the homes in which they live. For those
Miamians participating in the workforce, appro imately 66% of them drive alone in an
automobile to work. The remaining 34% trav-I to work by other means —including 4% who work
from home.
Means of Transportation t ork
Car, truck, or van - drove alone
66%
Car, truck, or van - carpoo
1
Public tra . port8%aton
Walked A.
Taxicab, motorcycle,
bicycle, or tither
5%
Worked from home
4°/a
Sou e: US Decennial Census Program
Housing Tenure
Owner Occupied
Renter Occupied
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FUTURE
LAND USE
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Future Land Use Element
Goal LU-1: Maintain a land use pattern that (1) protects and enhances the quality • life in
the City's Miami's distinct neighborhoods and diverse communities; (2 fosters
redevelopment and revitalization of blighted or declining areas; (3)
facilitates economic development and the growth of job opportunities in he city; (4)
fosters promotes the growth and development of downtown as a reg' • nal center of
domestic and international commerce, culture and entertainment an• transit -oriented
development (TOD) areas as centers of domestic and international bu : iness, commerce,
culture, and entertainment with a range of housing opportuniti - and choices; (5)
promotes supports the efficient use of land and •• • •• -
encourages compact
design while protecting and enhancing residential areas thin neighborhoods; (6)
promotes walkable neighborhoods and integration with = variety of transportation
choices; (7) protects and conserves the city's significant atural and coastal resources
while incorporating adaptation and resilience; (78) maint ns the integrity and quality of a
neighborhoods' form and function by ensuring meani►gful community engagement and
consistent noticing and public hearings process rega : ing updates to zoning and land use
regulations; and (9) protects the integrity and quali of the City's existing neighborhoods
by insuring public notice, input and appellant rig s regarding changes in existing zoning
and land use regulations.
Objective LU-1.1: Ensure that land use and dev= opment regulations arc consistcnt with fostering
foster a high quality of life in all arc\ac Miami'- neighborhoods including the timely provision of
public facilities that meet or exceed the min um level of service (LOS) standards adopted in the
Capital Improvements Element (CIE) oft - Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan.
Policy LU-1.1.1: Development orders - thorizing new development or redevelopment that results
in an increase in the density or integsity of land use shall be contingent upon the availability of
public facilities that meet or excee• the minimum LOS standards adopted in the CIE, specifically
sanitary sewer, solid waste, sto water, potable water, parks and recreation, and transportation
facilities. The public services nd facilities provided to meet concurrency requirements shall be
consistent with the Capital I provements Element, or guaranteed in an enforceable agreement.
The public services and f- ilities will include public schools when the Miami Dade County School
Board and local govern ents in the county implement school concurrency pursuant to paragraph
163.3177(12)(i), F.S.
Policy LU-1.1.2: T►e City's Planning Department, with the assistance of various City departments
and agencies, shall (1) continuously monitor land development activities to ensure compliance
with the adop -d 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map (contained in Appendix LU-1 of the MCNP
including F M, Wellfield Protection Area, Wetlands and General Soils maps as amended from
time to ti -) and the goals, objectives, and policies of the Future Land Use element of the MCNP;
(2) mon or all proposed amendments to land development regulations to ensure consistency with
the NP and l shall forward its recommendation on such amendments to the Planning
ory Board Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and to the City Commission; (3)
tinuously monitor the current and projected LOS standards provided by public facilities; and
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(4) w+E4 perform the required concurrency review of proposed development, as required by Flor
Statutes and administrative rules.
a
Policy LU-1.1.3: The City's zoning ordinance provides for protection of all areas of the c from:
(1) the encroachment of incompatible land uses; (2) the adverse impacts of future la . uses in
adjacent areas that disrupt or degrade public health and safety, or natural or man-made
amenities; (3) transportation policies that divide or fragment established neighbor •ods; and (4)
degradation of public open space, environment, and ecology. Strategies to furthe protect existing
neighborhoods through the development of appropriate transition standa'.s and buffering
requirements will shall be incorporated into the City's land development reg ations.
Policy LU-1.1.4: The City will shall continue to aggressively addres code violations in its
neighborhoods through the implementation of code enforcement strate• es and initiatives with the
intent of preserving and enhancing neighborhood environmental co ditions thaf/preserve safe
maintained, and well -designed neighborhoods.
Policy LU-1.1.5: The Planning Department, with the assistanc- of various ity departments and
agencies, shall annually monitor steps taken to fulfill the Go , Objectives, and Policies (GOPs)
of the MCNP and biennially report the status of the GOPs t• he Planning, Advisory Board Zoning
and Appeals Board and City Commission, including, but •t limited to, improving measurability of
objectives.
Policy LU-1.1.6: The City's street and storm sewe stormwater improvement projects will shall
provide curb and gutter, and street landscaping, less deemed to be physically or economically
infeasible.
Policy LU-1.1.7: Land development regulati• s and policies allow for the development
and redevelopment of well -designed mix -•-use neighborhoods that provide for the full range of
residential, office, live/work spaces, nei - borhood retail, and community facilities in a walkable
area and that are amenable to a v=riety of transportation modes, including pedestrianism,
bicycles, automobiles, and mass tr- sit, and aerial mobility.
Policy LU-1.1.8: The City of Mi i& Planning Department will be responsible for coordinating
shall coordinate the City's Ian• development regulations and policies with those of Miami -Dade
County and adjacent munici•-Iities, and in particular: with respect to impacts 4.e on infrastructure,
contiguous development h regard to physical height and masc trancitiono, transitions in scale
and density, and the pr-:ervation and enhancement of public open space.
Policy LU-1.1.9: The ity maintain low to moderate density uses in the West Flagami
area of the city (as -hown on Figure 111.1 of Volume II Data and Analysis of the MCNP map LU-
7) as necessary to protect the secondary aquifer recharge area. (See Natural Groundwater
Aquifer Recha •e Policy AR-1.2.1.),
Policy LU- .1.10: The City's land development regulations encourage high density
residenti development and redevelopment in close proximity to Metrorail and Metromover fixed -
rail sta •ns. (See Transportation Policy TR-2.1.3 and Housing Policy HO-1.1.9.)
Polk LU-1.1.11: The City hereby adopts designation of the City, excluding Virginia Key, Watson
Is :nd and the uninhabited islands of Biscayne Bay, that have a land use and zoning classification
f Conservation, as an Urban Infill Area pursuant to Miami -Dade County's designation of an Urban
Infill Area lying generally east of the Palmetto Expressway and including all of the City of Miami.
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Within this area, the concentration and intensification of development around centers of activity
shall be emphasized with the goals of enhancing the livability of residential neighborhoods and
the viability of commercial areas. Priority w&shall be given to infill development on vacant parce
adaptive reuse of underutilized land and structures, the redevelopment of substandard s es,
downtown revitalization and the development of projects that promote public transportatio► (See
Policy TR-1.1.1). Maintenance of transportation levels of service within this designated Urban Infill
Transportation Concurrency Exception Area shall be in accordance with th= adopted
Transportation Corridors level of service standards and the City of Miami ' erson Trip
Methodology as set forth in Objective TR-1.7 and related Policies of the Transpo ation Element
of the MCNP as well as Appendix TR-1.
Policy LU-1.1.12: In order to encourage the development and mainten ce of educational
facilities in the City of Miami, the City's Land Use policies permit s ools in all land use
classifications except Conservation, Public Parks and Recreation, an' Industrial. During pre -
development program planning and site selection activities, the City s, all coordinate with Miami -
Dade Public Schools and continue to seek, where feasible and mut -ally acceptable, to co -locate
schools with other facilities such as parks, libraries, and communit, centers to the extent possible.
Policy LU-1.1.13: The City shall review and evaluate the area •esignated Urban Infill Area (UIA)
and/or Transportation Concurrency Exception Area (TCEA) _ every five (5) years of the
adoption of this policy to determine, but not limited to, th following: the appropriateness of the
areas included in the UTA and/or the TCEA; the benefit and/or disadvantages resulting from the
inclusion (or exclusion) of these areas within the UTA . nd/or the TCEA; the strategies to support
mobility and alternative modes of transportation wit n those areas included in the UTA and/or the
TCEA; and the strategies to address urban desi• and network connectivity to improve mobility
within those areas included in the UTA and/or t TCEA.
Policy LU-1.1.14: Improve facility and pr
gram accessibility through implementation of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 a : all subse•uent u•dates.
Policy LU-1.1.15 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.1.16 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.1.17: The City
integrate the existing and planned multi -modal transportation
systems includin• air mobilit with existing and future developments. (See Objective TR-2.1)_
Policy LU-1.1.18 [Resery
Policy LU-1.1.19: The
development to inte
new mixed use de
areas of private
ity shall encourage the incorporation of transit facilities within private
rate access to alternative modes with direct access and synergies within
lopments. This includes the co -location of transit stations and public common
evelopments. (See Policy TR- 2.1.4.),
Objective L -1.2: Promote, facilitate, and catalyze the redevelopment and revitalization of
blighted, d-clining or threatened residential, commercial and industrial areas through a variety of
public, p ate, and public- private redevelopment initiatives and revitalization programs including,
where appropriate, historic designations.
Po y LU-1.2.1: The City defines blighted neighborhoods as areas characterized by the
evalence of older structures with major deficiencies and deterioration, high residential
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vacancies, widespread abandonment of property, litter, and poor maintenance of real property.
Declining neighborhoods are defined as areas characterized by the prevalence of structures
having minor deficiencies, a general need for improvements in real property, significant declin
in real property values, high vacancy rates in commercial structures,, and increasing difficul in
obtaining insurance. Neighborhoods threatened with decline are defined as areas charac rized
by significant but infrequent property maintenance neglect, an aging housing stock, •-clining
property values, general exodus of traditional residents, and influx of lower income ho-seholds.
Policy LU-1.2.2: The City's land development policies will shall be consistent h affordable
housing objectives and policies adopted in the Housing Element of the MCNP.
Policy LU-1.2.3: The City's priorities in implementing, facilitation facilitatin• and encouraging
redevelopment and revitalization projects shall be determined on an - ea specific basis in
accordance with the adopted Consolidated Plan, Fiscal Years 200/1 20'49 2019-2023 adopted
redevelopment plans, specific neighborhood and area plans, the 2007 'arks and Public Space
Master Plan Reimagine Parks Miami 2022: Parks and Recreation S istem Master Plan, and the
land development regulations, as appropriate and as incorporate • in the MCNP by reference-
accordance with F.A.C. 9J 5.005(2)(g).
Policy LU-1.2.4: The City will shall continue to adhere t• its established policies regarding
Community Redevelopment Districts and shall continua to implement plans for the Omni and
Southeast Overtown/Park West as Community Redeye! • •ment Districts.
Policy LU-1.2.5: The City shall continue to develo% information programs on the availability of
redevelopment opportunities within the city.
Policy LU-1.2.6: In recognition of interest in em ging urban industrial development patterns, the
City recognizes that development of lodging facilities within the Industrial Future Land Use
designation may spur economic developm= t and encourage more efficient use of land.
Policy LU-1.2.7: Appropriate Land Deve pment Regulations shall be adopted to address and,
as necessary, prevent negative exter :lities to the development of lodging within Industrial areas
of the City.
Objective LU-1.3: The City hall continue to encourage commercial, office, and industrial
development within existing •mmercial, office, and industrial areas; increase in the utilization
and enhance the physical character and appearance of existing buildings; encourage the
development of well-desi• ed, mixed -use neighborhoods that provide for a variety of uses within
a walkable area in acc► dance with neighborhood design and development standards adopted
as a result of the a ndments to the City's land development regulations and other initiatives;
and concentrate c%ncentration of new commercial and industrial activity in areas where the
capacity of exist g public facilities can meet or exceed the minimum standards for Level of
Service (LOS)dopted in the Capital Improvement Element (CIE).
Policy LU-1 .1: The City shall continue to provide incentives for commercial redevelopment
and new 'instruction in designated Neighborhood Development Zones (NDZ), the Empowerment
Zone, t►e Enterprise Zone, the Brownfield Redevelopment Area, Commercial Business Corridors,
Opp. tunity Zones, and other targeted areas. Such commercial redevelopment and new
co truction shall be conducted in accordance with neighborhood design and development
andards adopted as a result of the amendments to the City's land development regulations and
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other initiatives. Such incentives may be offered through the building facade treatment program,
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and other redevelopment assistance
programs.
Policy LU-1.3.2: The City will shall continue to encourage the expansion of existing building and
new construction through the private sector by assisting in making available commerc :l loan
funds for rehabilitation and small business loans and seed moneys, particularly to loc minority
businesses, and encouraginge the maximum participation, especially through p •lic/private
partnerships, of financial institutions, chambers of commerce, the Beacon Council, • er business
organizations, property owners and residents of the areas. Priority areas incl •e, but are not
limited to, designated Neighborhood Development Zones (NDZ),
Enterprise Zone, the Brownfield Redevelopment Area, Commercial : siness Corridors,
Opportunity Zones, and other targeted areas.
Policy LU-1.3.3: Pursuant to Ch.Sec. 163.3177(6)(a),_F.S., the City =hall maintain regulatory
incentives and criteria that encourage the preservation of recreatio and commercial Working
Waterfronts as defined in Ch.Sec. 342.07,_F.S., particularly i► the "Port of Miami River"
Subelement to guide future development within the Miami River ' orridor.
Policy LU-1.3.4: The City shall continue to work with the ami-Dade County School Board to
ensure the expansion of educational facilities in areas that re easily accessible by public transit
and facilitate the expansion of job training/job placement ograms offered to youths (full time and
summer terms) and low-income persons.
Policy LU-1.3.5: The City shall continue to pro •te through its land development regulations,
the creation of high intensity activity centers wich may be characterized by mixed -use and
specialty center development. Such activity c= ters shall be in accordance with the Miami
Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan and -ighborhood design and development standards
adopted as a result of amendments to e City's land development regulations and other
initiatives.
Policy LU-1.3.6: The City shall
and commercial activities and to
promotion efforts so that the
Business Corridors, 0
international cycles. The y shall continue to use the City's Enterprise Zone, Empowerment
Zonc, Commercial Busi -ss Corridors, Brownfield Redevelopment Area, and Opportunity Zones
strategies to stimulate -conomic revitalization7 and encourage employment opportunities. (Policy
PA-3.3.10)
Policy LU-1.3.7: he City shall continue to use the City's Enterprise Zone, Empowerment
Zone, Comme'cial Business Corridors Opportunity Zones, and Brownfield Redevelopment Area
strategies t•. timulate economic revitalization7 and encourage employment opportunities. (Policy
PA-3.3.10
it Zones
c• tinue to encourage a diversification in the mix of industrial
ants through strategic and comprehensive marketing and
esignated Neighborhood Development Zones (NDZ), the
the Brownfield Redevelopment Area, Commercial
and other targeted areas are buffered from national and
Policy U-1.3.8: The City shall foster or develop and implement job training, vocational, and
edu .tional programs to assist the City's existing and future residents, water dependent and water
re . ted businesses and uses along the Miami River, in achieving economic self-sufficiency
ilizing government resources as necessary, and will shall continue to work with appropriate
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State and County agencies to direct training programs and other technical assistance, to support
minority and semi -skilled residents of the city including, without limitation, their involvement i
recreational and commercial working waterfronts along the Miami River as defined by Ch. -c.
342.07, F.S. (Policy PA-3.3.11).
Policy LU-1.3.9: The City will shall continue to concentrate Community Development -fforts in
small geographic areas that have special opportunities and/or potential for red = elopment
consistent with implementation of small- area action plans that have the support of -ighborhood
residents and business owners.
Policy LU-1.3.10: The City will shall continue to aggressively address co• violations in its
neighborhoods through the implementation of ongoing and new neighborhoo• improvements, and
code enforcement strategies and initiatives; and will shall adopt and enforce performance
standards appropriate to preserve and enhance the physical condi •n and appearance of
commercial and industrial areas in the city by July 2009. The City shall report on an annual
basis; what has been accomplished to fulfill the requirements of this •olicy.
Policy LU-1.3.11: The City's land use regulations shall provi• - incentives for the inclusion of
day care facilities near major employment centers.
Policy LU-1.3.12: The City's land use regulations will shall p: mit neighborhood -based health care
facilities.
Policy LU-1.3.13 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.3.14: The City will shall continue to
private projects which shall be consistent with n
shall be in accordance with the neighborhood
result of the amendments to the City's land
eforce urban design guidelines for public and
ghborhood character, history, and function, and
esign and development standards adopted as a
velopment regulations and other initiatives.
Policy LU-1.3.15: The City shall cont.' ue to encourage a development pattern that enhances
existing neighborhoods by developing - balanced mix of uses including areas for employment,
shopping, entertainment housing, a . recreation in close proximity to each other.
Policy LU-1.3.16: The City shall e' courage a diverse mix of uses and housing typologies in close
proximity to each other and im'ortant services such as healthcare, recreation, and healthy food
access, in a pedestrian-frien• environment, to promote aging -in -place for aging residents.
Objective LU-1.4: Contin
domestic and internati
performing arts and
base.
e the growth of Downtown Miami, expand its role as a center of
al commerce, further its development as a regional center for the
er cultural and entertainment activities and develop an urban residential
Policy LU-1.4.1 eserved]
Policy LU-1.'.2: The City will shall continue to investigate and, where appropriate, create
managem= t districts, funded by special assessments to provide extra services and special
events n-eded to attract visitors and residents to the retail core, and other special retail shopping
areas downtown.
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Policy LU-1.4.3: The City will shall continue to promote an active pedestrian sidewalk environment
along the ground floor frontage of buildings on "pedestrian streets" through land development
regulations.
Policy LU-1.4.4 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.5 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.6 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.4.7: The City shall continue to enforce regulations within downtow o ensure that
retail office and commercial signage is of high quality and consistent with he design and
development objectives for downtown.
Policy LU-1.4.8: The Cityshall continue to enforce land development
in order to encourage rehabilitation and sensitive, adaptive reuse of his
structures in downtown, and to exempt rehabilitation projects from
Impact (DRI) mitigation fees as •ermitted b the res•ective develo
Policy LU-1.4.9: The City shall continue to promote rehabilita
and underutilized spaces and provide incentives for rehabilitat
re• lations as necessary
•ric properties and older
evelopment of Regional
ent order.
n and adaptive reuse of vacant
n of older buildings in downtown.
Policy LU-1.4.10: The City shall continue to develop m•:ifications to existing regulations with
the intent of providing greater flexibility in the design and implementation of mixed -use
developments within the general Downtown area and particularly along the Miami River up to and
including 5th Street consistent with the Port er of Mi- i River Sub -Element.
Policy LU-1.4.11: The City shall continue • streamline the development application for
development approvals to simplify and standar• e the process, while ensuring that the regulatory
intent of the approvals is maintained.
Policy LU-1.4.12: The City shall contin , e to implement the Downtown DRI development orders
for downtown and Southeast Overtow 'ark West, and seek approval for future increments of
development in a timely manner.
Objective LU-1.5: Land develop -nt regulations will shall protect the city's unique natural and
coastal resources, its neighbor •ods, and its historic and cultural heritage.
Policy LU-1.5.1: Developmeorders in the city shall be consistent with the goals, objectives
and policies contained in t Natural Resource Conservation and Coastal Management elements
of the MCNP.
Policy LU-1.5.2: Lan% use regulations and development policies shall be consistent with the
intent and purpo of Miami- Dade County's Waterfront Charter Amendment, Shoreline
Development R- iew Ordinance, rules of the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve Management Area,
and other app •priate requirements regarding waterfront access and management.
Policy LU- .5.3: Notice of application for special permits or other such administrative land use or
zoning p rmits provided for in the future, shall be provided to any homeowners associations or
neighb•rhood associations registered with the City and located in the same designated area of
the bject property thirty days as provided in the City's land development regulations or City
C•:e prior to issuance of the special permit or such administrative land use or zoning permits
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provided for in the future zoning and land use regulations and promptly after issuance of the
decision with explanation of appeal procedures allowing sufficient time for such appeals.
Policy LU-1.5.4: Notice of application requiring public hearings shall be provided to . y
homeowner and neighborhood associations registered with the City and located in the me
designated area of the subject property_and to owners within a certain number of feet as p •vided
for in the City code.
Objective LU-1.6: Regulate the development Grand redevelopment of real property thin the city
to ensure consistency with the goals, objectives and policies of the Comprehensi Plan.
Policy LU-1.6.1: The City hereby adopts the 2020 2035 Future Land Use M. referenced and
contained in Appendix LU-1 of the MCNP. The "Interpretation of the Fut - e Land Use Map"
section of this element, which follows these land use goals, objectives a • policies, establishes
the activities and facilities uses, densities, and intensities allowed withi each land use category
appearing on the adopted 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map, and thCity's land development
regulations shall be consistent with the 2020 2035 Future Land Use ap.
Policy LU-1.6.2 [Reserved]
Policy LU-1.6.3: The City's Planning Department shall revie
Zoning Ordinance and any other land development re
consistency between any proposed amendment and the
and Appeals Board, the City's "local planning ag
recommendation to the City Commission for
all proposals to amend the City's
lations, and shall report as to the
CNP, to the Planning Advisory , Zoning
cy," which will shall then forward its
consideration.
Policy LU-1.6.4: Any proposal to amend the City' Zoning Atlas that has been deemed to require
an amendment to the Future Land Use Plan ap by the Planning Department; shall require a
Level of Service (LOS) review and a findin ; from the Planning Department that the proposed
amendment will shall not result in a LO: that falls below the adopted minimum standards
described in Policy CI-1.2.3, and sha not be in conflict with any element of the MCNP. Based
on its evaluation, and on other relev. ' t planning considerations, the Planning Department 4
shall forward a recommended actio on said amendment to the Planning Advisory, Zoning and
Appeals Board, which shall th= forward its recommendation to the City Commission.
Policy LU-1.6.5: The City may
as a land development r
development objectives in
ontinue to use special district area or neighborhood designations
ulation instrument for the purpose of accomplishing specific
articular areas of the city.
Policy LU-1.6.6: The C shall continue to enforce signage regulations to ensure the quality
of life in the city's nei
borhoods.
Policy LU-1.6.7: e City will shall provide adequate opportunity for public comment regarding
zoning change and variances within neighborhoods.
Policy LU-1.%.8: The City's land development regulations and policies w+l-kshall encourage and/or
require, a set forth in the Parks, Recreation and Open Space element of this plan, the provision
of open .pace in development projects in both residential and commercial ar aa.
Poli LU-1.6.9: The City's land development regulations will shall establish mechanisms to
mi gate the potentially adverse impacts of new development on existing neighborhoods through
e development of appropriate transition standards and buffering requirements.
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Policy LU-1.6.10: The City's land development regulations and policies will shall allow for the
provision of safe and convenient on -site traffic flow and vehicle parking and will shall provi
access by a variety of transportation modes, including pedestrianism, bicycles, automobiles, nd
transit.
Policy LU-1.6.11: The City's land development regulations and policies will shall ensure t- at areas
designated conservation are protected from development other than that which p •motes its
passive appreciation.
Policy LU-1.6.12: The City's land development regulations shall direct recr=:tional activities
to areas of the city where facilities and services are available and promote ge -ral recreation via
citywide initiatives (e.g. Miami River Greenway and The Underline).
Objective LU-1.7: Ensure that the Miami Comprehensive Neighborho
needed to meet changing conditions and; improve its effectiveness an
d Plan is updated as
success.
Policy LU-1.7.1: Update the MCNP by January 2009, to include a de -ilcd list of dcfinition of tcrms
used by the MCNP with an effective timeline showing coordinatio and consultation with various
City departments and stakeholders. The City shall ensure defi ions found in Section 163.3177,
F.S., are hereby incorporated by reference into this Plan, uess a more stringent definition is
found in the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, M :mi21 and/or the Code of the City of
Miami, Florida, as amended.
Objective LU-1.8: The location, design and man .gement practices of development and
redevelopment in the Gcity shall ensure the prot= tion of natural resources and systems by
recognizing, and sensitively responding to, cons aints posed by climate change and sea level
rise.
Policy LU-1.8.1: The City shall assist Miami-►•ade County in their analysis on climate change and
its impacts on the built environment addr= sing development standards and regulations related
to investments in infrastructure, develop ent/redevelopment, and public facilities in hazard prone
areas including areas vulnerable to a level rise, tidal flooding, and other impacts of climate
change. Recommendations from t - analysis shall address appropriate changes to land use
designations and zoning of imp ted properties, and development standards, among other
relevant considerations.
Policy LU-1.8.2: The City sh- make the practice of adapting the built environment to the impacts
of climate change and se- evel rise; an integral component of all planning processes, including
but not limited to compr ensive planning, infrastructure planning, building and life safety codes,
emergency managem- nt and development regulations, stormwater management, and water
resources manage nt.
Policy LU-1.8.3: e City shall actively participate in the Southeastern Florida Regional Climate
Change Comp ct and collaborate to increase regional climate change resiliencye by sharing
technical ex•-rtise, assessing regional vulnerabilities, advancing agreed upon mitigation and
adaptation strategies, and developing joint state and federal legislation policies and programs.
Policy-1.8.4: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County to determine the feasibility of
desig►ating areas in the City as Adaptation Action Areas as provided by Section
163 177(6)(g)(10), Florida Statutes, and designate Adaptation Action Areas as provided by
S-ction 163.3164(1), Florida Statutes, in order to determine those areas vulnerable to coastal
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storm surge and sea level rise impacts for the purpose of developing policies for adaptation and
enhanceinj the funding potential of infrastructure adaptation projects.
Policy LU-1.8.5: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County to support the implementati►n of
climate related policies, through education, advocacy, and incentive programs such a public
outreach, including workshops and a website with relevant information.
Goal LU-2: Preserve and protect the heritage of the City of Miami through the id-ntification,
evaluation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, restorations and public awarene s of Miami's
historic, architectural, and archaeological resources.
Objective LU-2.1: Maintain, update, and amplify the City of Miami porti• of the Miami -Dade
County Historic Survey, which identifies and evaluates the City's hi .ric, architectural, and
archaeological resources, and continue to increase the number of elk •le properties included in
the Miami -Dade County Historical Survey (See Coastal Manageme Objective CM 5.1.).
Policy LU-2.1.1: The City will shall continue to identify potenti historic districts and conduct
additional historic surveys to identify eligible historic resources
CM 5.1.1.)
Policy LU-2.1.2: The Cityshall continue to maintain -- an electronic
database of all relevant information for all designated -ites in the Miami Dade County Historic
Survey Miami Register of Historic Places.
presentation. (Scc Coact
Objective LU-2.2: Protect archaeological resources within the city from destruction and loss.
Policy LU-2.2.1: The City shall pursue e designation of significant archaeological sites and
zones under the Historic Preservation A icle of the City Code.
Policy LU-2.2.2: The City will sh continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County
Archaeologist in monitoring buildin ; activities near archeological sites.
Policy LU-2.2.3: The City s :II require, as part of the building permit application, pursuant to
state law, that the City of Mia► i archaeologist be notified of construction schedules in significant
historical e# or archaeologi =1 zones and where potentially significant historical or archaeological
artifacts are uncovered d ing construction, and permit state and local archaeological officials the
opportunity of surveyin ; and excavating the site.
Policy LU-2.2.4: Th: City shall adopt an ordinance levying civil penalties for failure to report the
discovery of an araeological site during construction.
Objective LU- .3: Encourage the preservation of all historic, architectural, and archaeological
resources t .t have major significance to the city by continuing to increase the number of
nationally -. nd locally designated sites for the period 2008 2013 2023 - 2035. [(b)41
Policy-2.3.1: The City will shall continue to review nominations to the National Register of
Hist. c Places through the Certified Local Government Program. (See Coastal Management
Po y CM 5.1 A1.)
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Policy LU-2.3.2: The City had designated 67 historic sites and five historic districts pursuant
the Historic Preservation Article of the City Code. An additional 26 sitcs (or groups of mul •Ic
sitcs) and six districts have been identified as potentially worthy of designation. The City hall
seek to increase its locally designated historic resources by 2010 2035. (See ' oastal
Management Policy CM 5.1.3.)
Objective LU-2.4: Increase the number of historic structures that have bee preserved,
rehabilitated or restored, according to the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's standards for
Rehabilitation. (See Coastal Management Objective CM 5.2.)
Policy LU-2.4.1: The City will shall encourage the conservation, rehabilitat . n, restoration and
adaptive reuse of historic and architecturally significant housing resource through low interest
housing rehabilitation loans that may be offered by City agencies.
Policy LU-2.4.2: The City shall continue to utilize the U.S. Secretar; of the Interior's Standards
for Rehabilitation as the minimum standards for the treatment of his •ric properties. The City shall
create and maintain district -specific design guidelines accessible o the public. To receive public
financial support from the City, designated privately owned struc res must meet these standards.
(See Coastal Management Policy CM-5.2.1.)
Policy LU-2.4.3: The City currently owns nine historic si •s and other potential archaeological
sites. It is deemed in the public benefit for the City to F• the transfer of title of City properties of
historic, architectural or archaeological significance, ch transfers will shall include restrictive
covenants to ensure the protection and preser ation of such properties. {See Coastal
Management Policy CM 5.2.2.)
Policy LU-2.4.4: The City shall continue to ork with other local governments that have title
to properties of major historic or archit= tural significance to ensure the conservation,
preservation, and adaptive and sensitive r se of such properties.
Objective LU-2.5: Increase public aw-reness of the historical, architectural, archaeological
resources and cultural heritage of the ' ty, and public policy and programs to protect and preserve
this heritage, through public inform. ion and education programs.
Policy LU-2.5.1: The City ash- continue to develop a series of publications relating to historic
preservation in general and th city's historic resources in particular.
Policy LU-2.5.2: The City shall maintain an historic marker program for designated properties
and other key areas, and shall publish same.
Policy LU-2.5.3 [Rese- ed]
Policy LU-2.5.4: e City will shall continue to provide information on the City's historic,
architectural an• cultural heritage for inclusion in public information, economic development
promotion and ourism materials. {See Coastal Management Policy CM 5.1.5.)
Goal LU-3• Encourage urban redevelopment in identified Urban Infill Areas and Urban
Redevel • • ment Areas.
Objec e LU-3-1: Promptly review and act on petitions for land use plan amendments and
rezo ing of property in Urban Infill Areas or Urban Redevelopment Areas to facilitate
re• evelopment.
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Policy LU-3.1.1: Continue review of existing zoning regulations to determine if they provie
adequate flexibility to promote redevelopment with a mix of uses in Urban Infill Areas or U-•an
Redevelopment Areas and, if not, revise said existing zoning regulations or adopt new , oning
regulations to promote redevelopment.
Policy LU-3.1.2: Create Regional Activity Centers if appropriate in Urban Infill Area and Urban
Redevelopment Areas to facilitate mixed -use development, encourage mass tran , reduce the
need for automobile travel, provide public open space and parks as require • in the Parks,
Recreation and Open Space eElement of this plan, provide incentives for qu- ty development,
and give definition to the urban form. The permitted uses and density and int= sity of uses within
a RAC shall be governed by the underlying future land use map desig tions of the subject
property, except as otherwise limited by the designation of the RAC in t - comprehensive plan.
A designated RAC shall routinely provide service to, or be regularly use,. by, a significant number
of citizens of more than one county; contain adequate existing public acilities as defined in Rulc
9J 5, F.A.C., or committed public facilities, as identified in the sCat tal +Improvements eElement
of the City's CGomprehensive Pplan; and shall be proximate and ccessible to interstate or major
arterial roadways.
Policy LU-3.1.3: Designate the Downtown Miami Master P n area an Urban Ccntral Bucincs�
District in order to increase the Development of Regional I - pact threshold for development within
those portions of downtown Miami that are not already ithe DRI area.[Reservedl
Objective LU-3.2 [Reserved]
Policy LU-3.2.1 [Reserved]
Policy LU-3.2.2 [Reserved]
Goal LU-4: Incentivize sustainable, ordable housing solutions while continually
improving the quality of life for all wh • live in the City of Miami.
Objective LU-4.1: By 2023, five perce (5%) of the nNew housing stock to be built will Served
foF include mixed income develo•ments and new housing typologies to expand housing
opportunities as described in the applicable land development regulations.
Policy LU-4.1.1: Developers b ding residential projects for low-income households, as identified
in the applicable land development regulations, are encouraged to build additional units per acre
to increase the amount of-ustainable housing solutions available for households that are cost -
burdened relative to hou ng expenses. The additional density is permitted subject to the detailed
provisions of the appli•-ble land development regulations.
Policy LU-4.1.2: Th- City shall study modifications to land use categories to expand new housing
typologies. New 'using opportunities that are context -sensitive to the existing urban fabric shall
be explored th-ough development and redevelopment in neighborhoods throughout the City.
Areas in clo proximity to fixed -rail transit shall be prioritized for new housing opportunities.
These new ousing opportunities shall be transitional in form with the existing scale and character
of the ne •hborhood. (See Housing Policy HO-2.1.9.)
Policy U-4.1.3: The City shall explore code changes to expand the availability of accessory
dwe ing units in greater areas of the City, while respecting the scale and architectural character
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of each neighborhood, and shall develop suitable development regulations. (See Housing Policy
HO-2.1.10.1
Objective LU-4.2: By 2023, forty percent ('10%) of the housing stock built under affordable an•
attainablc mixcd incomc programs, as dcccribcd in the applicable land development regulatios,
will be reserved for housing low income elderly households. {Reserved.'
Objective LU-4.3: By 2023, forty percent ('10%) of the housing stock built under afford, •Ie and
attainable mixed income programs, as described in the applicable land development regulations,
will be reserved for workforce housing. {Reserved.'
Goal LU-5: The City shall focus on planning for all neighborhoods in the ' ity to address
general matters pertaining to quality of life in the context of a rapidly g'owing city, most
particularly, transportation, resilience, housing, equitable deve • pment, parks &
recreation, and the economy.
Objective LU-5.1: The development of transit -supportive land uses ar ncouraged around fixed -
rail stations to create well -designed, pedestrian -oriented neighb
shopping, and recreation.
hoods for living, working,
Policy LU-5.1.1: Transit Sheds are those areas within a on- mile radius of a fixed -rail station
where dense, transit -supportive land uses support the conc
t of 15-minute communities.
Policy LU-5.1.2: Transit Oriented Developments ("TOD") re those areas within a half -mile radius
of a fixed -rail station.
Policy LU-5.1.3: Within a TOD, Bike/Ped Sheds a - areas with enhanced accessibility to fixed -
rail stations.
Policy LU-5.1.4: The TOD shall be a leisure! ive to ten-minute trip through active mobility.
Policy LU-5.1.5: In areas that include Co' plete Streets or Transportation Demand Management
strategies, Transit Shed benefits are a owed up to one mile from a fixed -rail station to support
the concept of a 15-minute neighborhood.
Policy LU-5.1.6: Transit Sheds s-all be developed according to Land Development Regulations.
Policy LU-5.1.7: Encourage ransit-supportive development patterns that promote walkable,
mixed -use neighborhoods at help to increase transit ridership, reduce automobile trips, and
provide increased mobili for all people.
Policy LU-5.1.8: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City shall ensure that blocks are
easily walkable to aximize pedestrian and bicycle access to the transit station areas and
beyond.
Policy LU-5.1.•: To improve pedestrian mobility, for all new developments and redevelopments,
provide p=:estrian access for building frontages in accordance with Land Development
Regulati• s.
Polic U-5.1.10: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City shall, where appropriate,
de gnate primary and secondary streets so that buildings are oriented to primary streets to create
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superior pedestrian environments while service functions such as parking and loading can be
accommodated along secondary streets.
Policy LU-5.1.11: The City shall ensure a strong interface between new developments - d
redevelopments and the public transportation system by encouraging Multimodal D ign
Guidelines listed below that emphasize improved connectivity between transit facilities any these
developments and incorporate a balanced streetscape design program to consider the f► lowing:
A. Encouraging development of a wide variety of residential and non-resident land uses
and activities in nodes around rapid transit stations to produce short ps, minimize
transfers, attract transit ridership, and promote transit operation- and financial
efficiencies. The particular uses that are approved in a given station - -a should respect
the character of the nearby neighborhood, strive to serve the needs •f the neighborhood,
and promote balance in the range of existing and planned land ses along the subject
transit line.
B. Accommodate new development around rapid transit sta
ns that is well designed,
conducive to both pedestrian and transit use, and architec Arally attractive.
C. In recognition that many transit riders begin and end th= r trips as pedestrians, pedestrian
accommodations shall include, as appropriate, contin ous sidewalks to the transit station,
small blocks and closely intersecting streets, bui sings oriented to the street or other
pedestrian paths, parking lots predominantly to e rear and sides of buildings, primary
building entrances as close to the street or tra it stop as to the parking lot, shade trees,
and awnings and other weather protection •r pedestrians. On all arterial and collector
streets served by public transit, new non-r- sidential buildings and substantial alterations
to existing non-residential buildings, a residential buildings wherever practical shall
provide at least one full-time building - ntrance that is recognizable and accessible from
the street and is comparably as clos; to the street and/or transit stop as it is to the primary
parking lot.
D. New residential and non-resid- tial developments, subdivisions and replats shall provide
for buildings that front the tr- sit street, or provide streets or pedestrian connections that
intersect with the transit s -et in close proximity to transit stops not more than 700 feet
apart.
E. New residential and
for bicycle and p
proximity to trans
n-residential developments, subdivisions, and replats shall provide
estrian connections that intersect with the transit street in close
stops.
a) Redevelopm- t of property within one-half mile of existing and planned transit stations
and bus ro es shall not cause an increase in walking distance from nearby areas to the
transit se ices and shall, wherever practical, be done in a manner that reduces walking
distanc and is comfortable and attractive to pedestrians.
a) Lan• uses that are not conducive to public transit ridership such as car dealerships, car -
or nted food establishments, and container yards should not be permitted to locate or
xpand within one -quarter mile of a rapid transit station.
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H. Increase the density of development within walking distance of rapid transit statio - in a
manner appropriate to the particular setting of each transit station, and existing • Gutting
residential neighborhoods are to be protected and preserved.
I. Encourage incorporation of transit stations within private development to inte' rate access
to alternative modes with direct access and synergies within n= mixed -use
developments. This includes the co -location of transit stations and public common areas
of private developments.
J. The City of Miami encourages the development projects locat=G in transit -oriented
development areas of a transportation demand management plan o reduce overall peak -
hour demand and use of single occupant vehicles to include TP strategies, consistent
with policy TC-1F of the Traffic Circulation Subelement of t Miami -Dade 2035 Long
Range Transportation Plan (LRTP).
K. The City's Land Use Regulations shall encourage flex •le space such as incubators,
accelerators and makerspaces that support innovation -.nd emerging industries.
L. Develop accessible community gathering places suc -s plazas, parks, farmers' markets,
sidewalks, and streets, especially within Downtow►, Transit Oriented Developments, in
denser, mixed -use communities, and other r= Gevelopment areas, that encourage
interaction and provide places for people of all ..es to visit and relax.
M. Promote a sense of cultural community plac making by highlighting the City's diverse
cultural background by recognizing and i egrating various cultural characteristics in
events, activities and experiences throug placemaking thus achieving cultural diversity
and empowering culture throughout the ity to further define Miami as a hub of cultural
diversity.
Objective LU- 5.2: In an effort to protect t quality of life of neighborhoods, the Neighborhood
Planning program shall conduct master % alining exercises for neighborhoods within the City of
Miami. (See Land Use Objective LU-6.
Policy LU-5.2.1: The Neighborhoo• Planning program shall analyze neighborhood conditions,
character, history, and needs for ompliance with the Miami 21 Task Force Recommendation
Report.
Goal LU-6: All developme r and redevelopment will -shall be sustainable and resilient.
Sustainable developme will —shall contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas
emissions; protect and nhance the vitality and coverage of natural systems; and improve
community health. R--ilient development will -shall withstand the shocks and stresses of
a changing climate be adaptive to changing environmental conditions; and provide
housing and mobi ty options for all members of the community.
Objective LU-6. . The Department of Planning shall work with the Office of Resilience and
Sustainability ` S RS"), or successor office, to develop and implement resilient and sustainable
developmen • uidelines by year 2025.
Policy LU
build an
heat, - d
.1.1: The development and redevelopment of real property shall be coordinated to
promote neighborhoods with infrastructure that is resilient to current and future flood,
storm risk.
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Policy LU-6.1.2: The City will shall promote a development pattern that advances greenhouse • :s
reduction, energy conservation, and carbon mitigation including transit -oriented, co •act
development that is supportive of modes of mobility that are not oriented around the auto ' obile,
such as walking, biking, and public mass transit.
Policy LU-6.1.3: New development and infrastructure in areas modeled to be within e Coastal
High Hazard Area or FEMA flood zones are encouraged to use best practices t• address sea
level rise. (See Coastal Management Policy CM-6.2.2). Such best practices may clude, but are
not limited to, low impact development, raising existing development and onstructing new
development above established flood levels, and discouraging new resi
within areas modeled to be inundated by storm surge or sea level rise
Policy LU-6.1.4: The Department of Planning will shall meet with the
and Public Works and the Office of Resilience and Sustainability
complete the guidelines.
Policy LU-6.1.5: The City will shall provide the finalized study backup data and analysis for
updated goals, objectives, and policies to address the City's ap• oach for land development within
the Coastal High Hazard Area.
ntial development
Objective LU-6.2: The City will shall adopt one resilient ne
vulnerabilities to sea level rise and climate change thr
infrastructure development. (See Coastal Manageme' t
rela d flooding.
epartment of Resilience
(or equivalent offices) to
hborhood every two years to decrease
ugh sustainable land use planning and
Objective CM-6.4).
Policy LU-6.2.1: Resilient neighborhood plannin• will shall consider future land use planning
strategies that address vulnerabilities to sea le -I rise and climate change as well as consider
changing housing and economic demands. .ch resilient neighborhood planning initiative w+44
shall incorporate land development strategi: to manage stormwater runoff and heat, as well as
expand opportunities for renewable energ . (See Future Land Use Policy LU-6.1.2)_
Policy LU-6.2.2: Resilient neighborh
partnership and outreach to stakehol
od planning will shall include extensive community
ers, including meetings and social media.
Policy LU-6.2.3: Future Land Use ap changes, Zoning Atlas changes, and special permits w+44
shall be reviewed for resilience - ch that approvals meet the criteria established below:
A. direct population i reases to those areas of the City that are projected to be safe from
inundation from se- level rise and storm surge;
B. not increase , sk to human life, property, or infrastructure from the effects of sea level
rise and stor urge;
C. adhere
evacuation and shelter requirements (see Coastal Management Policies CM-
4.3.3 an. CM-4.3.4); and
D. no require public expenditures for capital facilities in the Coastal High Hazard Area
exc-pt for those required to eliminate existing LOS deficiencies, maintain adopted LOS
s ndards in non -high hazard areas, improve hurricane evacuation time, or reduce the
reat to public health and safety from high -tide events, storm surge, flash floods,
stormwater runoff, and related impacts of sea -level rise. (See Coastal Management Policy
CM-4.3.1).
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Goal LU-7: Land use patterns that support emerging technologies in transportation
including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).
Objective LU-7.1: The City shall encourage the placement of future advanced air m••ility
infrastructure facilities in key development areas. The City shall partner with Mia -Dade
Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) to explore potential vertiport locations withi he local
transportation system and network.
Policy LU-7.1.1: The City shall examine appropriate land use designations and lan
regulations to ensure they are supportive of future AAM infrastructure.
Urban Central Business District
development
An Urban Central Business District (UCBD) identifies the single urbcore area within the City of
Miami. The UCBD shall be consistent with the Comprehensive P .n and Future Land Use Map,
shall contain mass transit service as defined in Chapter 9J , F.A.C., and shall contain high
intensity, high density multi -use development to include: ret-.il; professional and governmental
office uses; cultural, recreational and entertainment facilitie-, high density residential; hotels and
motels; and appropriate industrial activities. In accordanc ith Chapter 28 2/1.01/1(10)(a), F.A.C.,
the City of Miami shall:
Increase the threshold for residential, hotel, •tel, office, or retail development by fifty percent
(50%);
Increase the threshold for applicable mult use guidelines and standards by one hundred percent
(100%), provided that one land use oft - multi use development is residential and the residential
development amounts to not less th- ' thirty five percent (35%) of the City of Miami's applicable
residential threchold; and
Increase the threshold for resor
(150%).
or convention hotel development by one hundred fifty percent
The following area has •een designated an Urban Central Business District (UCBD) on the City
of Miami Future Land se Map (FLUM) within Appendix LU-1:
The Downt• n Miami Master Plan
The Dow town Miami Master Plan was adopted by the Miami City Commission by Resolution
Numbe 89-990 on October 26, 1989. The Downtown Miami Master Plan contains approximately
1,35acres and is bounded on the north by: Northwest 20th Street on the north; Biscayne Bay,
inc ding Brickell Key (Claughton Island), on the east; Southwest 15th Road on the south; and
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Interstate 95, the Miami River, Northwest 5th Street, Interstate 395 and the Florida East Coast
Railroad right-of-way on the west (see the Future Land Use Map within Appendix LU-1 for exact
boundaries).
Permitted Uses:
Permitted uses within the Urban Central Business District shall be those of the u•derlying land
use classification within the current Downtown Miami Master Plan, which i ludes: Central
Business District; Major Institutional Public Facilities, Transportation & Utilities. •ffice; Restricted
Commercial; General Commercial; Industrial; Recreation; High Density M 'fa Residential;
and Medium Density Multifamily Residential (see descriptions in Interpret on of the Future Land
Use Map).
The following minimum and maximum development thresholds s •II apply:
The following numerical guidelines and standards shall be appl -d within the City of Miami's Urban
Central Business District according to Chapter 28 2/1.01/1(1 , F.S.:
be required to undergo developme-
Regional Activity C: ters
Regional Activity Cent: (RAC). A Regional Activity Center designation is intended to encourage
and promote large cale development and redevelopment as well as small parcel infill
development and edevelopment that facilitates a balanced mix of land uses by providing
maximum flexibi y for development and redevelopment activities.
In accordancwith Chapter 28-24.014(10)(c)2, F.A.C., a Regional Activity Center in the City of
Miami shal •e a compact, high intensity, high density multi -use area designated as appropriate
for inten e growth as an urban infill or urban redevelopment area by the City and may include:
reside ial use; commercial; office; cultural and community facilities; recreational and
ente ainment facilities; hotels or motels; transportation facilities; utilities; and appropriate
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industrial activities. The major purposes of this designation are to facilitate mixed -us
development, encourage mass transit, reduce the need for automobile travel, provide incenti -s
for quality development and give definition to the urban form.
For an area to qualify as a Regional Activity Center, the following criteria must be met:
The type of land uses permitted within each Regional Activity Center and th density of
residential uses shall be specified herein and within the City of Miami 2020 20 : Future Land
Use Map.
Regional Activity Centers shall include mixed land uses of regional sign ' cance.
Regional Activity Centers shall consist of active pedestrian environm= is through high quality
design of public spaces and buildings that create an appropriate h•man scale at street level
and provide for connectivity of places through the creation of a sy em of pedestrian linkages.
Each Regional Activity Center shall be a defined geographic area of no less than 20 acres
and shall be delineated on the City of Miami 2020 2035 F re Land Use Map.
Regional Activity Centers shall be proximate and acc-ssible to interstate or major arterial
roadways.
The following area has been designated Regional ctivity Center within the City of Miami 2020
2035 Future Land Use Map:
Buena Vista Yards Intensity Preservation
General Location:
rea
South of Northeast 36th Street, No of Northeast 29th Street, East of North Miami Avenue and
West of the Florida East Coast ':ilroad (FEC) right-of-way; excluding certain properties located
along Northeast 29th Street. See Future Land Use Map within Appendix LU-1 for exact
boundaries).
I ntensity:
The intensity adopted ith the Buena Vista Yards Regional Activity Center (RAC), adopted by
Ordinance 12446, s •ported by data and analysis, is retained by the Buena Vista Yards Intensity
Preservation Are- pon the sunset of the RAC. The Future Land Use Map Interpretation provides
guidance with r= pect to the intensity for this area.
Health District Regional Activity Center
The H=:Ith District Regional Activity Center is hereby designated to be a Regional Activity Center
purs -nt to Florida Statute, Chapter 380 and, subject to amendment by the Strategic Regional
Po cy Plan for South Florida by the South Florida Regional Planning Council, as a regional
velopment district (a geographic area specifically designated as highly suitable for increased
threshold intensity) for the purpose of increasing DRI thresholds.
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General Location:
South of NW 20th Street, North of State Road 836, East of NW 17th Avenue, and West •f
Interstate 95.
Permitted Uses:
Permitted uses shall be as for the underlying land use classification; whether us'-s shall be
required to undergo additional regional review shall be governed by the provisio►s of Chapter
380, Florida Statutes and Chapter 28, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), -- such may be
amended from time to time, pursuant to the designation of the Health District as Regional Activity
Center. The following maximum thresholds shall apply:
{1) Maximum thresholds shall be consistent with Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C., as such may be
amended from time to time.
Residential: Maximum units consistent with Rule 28-24.014, F .C. Commercial: Maximum
square feet consistent with Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C. Office: Maxi ► m square feet consistent with
Rule 28-24.014, F.A.C. Hotel: Maximum units consistent with ' le 28-24.014, F.A.C.
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INTERPRETATION OF THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP
The 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map (contained in Appendix LU-1 of the MCNP as amend
from time to time) is a planning instrument designed to guide the future development and
distribution of land uses within the city in a manner that is consistent with the goals, obj= fives
and policies of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP).
The 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map is a generalized map that does not depict a -as of less
than 2 acres. The Planning Director is responsible for making all determinations of concurrency
as defined in state statutes, and shall also interpret the map based on all - •plicable state
laws and administrative regulations and on the consistency between the pr••osed change or
changes and the goals, objectives and policies expressed in the MCNP. e Planning Director
wil-kshall also determine whether or not proposed zoning changes requ 'e an amendment to the
comprehensive plan.
Land development regulations and policies are to be consistent w the 2020 2035 Future Land
Use Map. The land development regulations further define and •escribe all requirements
applicable to zoning categories contained under each land us designation, permitting the
treatment of new development according to the particular c• ditions existing in different areas,
and always consistent with the goals, objectives and poli es of the MCNP, and specifically with
the Future Land Use Element and its Future Land Use ap. The land use designations are
general designations that may include more than on= zoning category. All activities and uses
within each designation are compatible with each . er by virtue of their scale, intensity and
character, or by additional conditions required b he land development regulations, more
specifically by the City Zoning Ordinance, whi describes and regulates development within
zoning districts in order to achieve more defi ite goals and objectives.
The land use designations that appear i e 2020 2035 Future Land Use Map are arranged
following the "pyramid concept" of cu 4lative inclusion, whereby subsequent categories are
inclusive of those listed previously e ept as otherwise noted. These designations, and the uses
allowed in them, are defined as fol •ws:
Conservation
This land use designatio is restricted to environmentally sensitive areas that are to be left in an
essentially natural stat: Only activities that reinforce this character are allowed. Public access
to these areas, inclu• ng off-street parking, may be limited when unregulated access may
present a threat to ildlife and plant life within such areas.
Public P. ks and Recreation
The prim-,ry intent of this land use classification is to conserve open space and green spaces of
a park hile allowing access and uses which shall not interfere with the preservation of any
signi cant environmental features which may exist within the park.
T' is land use designation allows only open space and park uses with recreational and cultural
ses where the total building footprints and impervious parking area surfaces in parks of one (1)
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acre of more may cover no more than 25% of the park land area (See related Policy PR-2.1.3.).
Both passive and active recreational uses shall be permitted including but not limited to nature
trails, interpretive centers, picnic areas, park shelters, event spaces, pet areas, playgrounds,
canoe, kayak, and other recreational trails and launches, small concession stands, restroom ,
indoor and outdoor gyms, swimming pools, athletic fields, cultural facilities, marine and m. - na
facilities and other facilities supporting passive and active recreational and cultural uses
Lands under this designation with specific qualities that make them desirable for co ercial
photography shall be allowed to be used in this manner conditionally, and only wh: it is
determined that conducting such commercial photography shall not endangesignificant
environmental features within the area. [Added 3/23/99 by Ordinance 11782.]
Commercial Recreation
This land use designation only allows privately -owned recreation us: open to the public or to
private groups.
Marine Facilities
This land use designation is intended to apply to waterfr• t properties which are primarily public
properties and intended to be developed and utilized i► a manner which shall facilitate public
access to waterfront activities.
Permissible uses within this designation include arine and marina facilities, marine stadiums,
waterfront specialty centers (including restaur- ts, cafes and retailing), recreational activities
including water theme parks, cultural, educonal and entertainment facilities and accessory
hotel accommodations with maximum FA- limitations between the range of 0.65 to 1.72 and a
maximum density of 130 hotel units per cre; the higher FAR may be approved only upon
demonstration and finding that the ap% ication of the higher limitations shall not adversely
affect access. Permanent living fac ies are not permitted within this classification. [Added
3/23/99 by Ordinance 11782.]
Nonresidential floor area is th- sum of areas for nonresidential use on all floors of buildings,
measured from the outside .ces of the exterior walls, including interior and exterior halls,
lobbies, enclosed porches and balconies used for nonresidential uses. Not countable as
nonresidential floor are are:
a. Parking and oading areas within buildings;
b. Open terr ces, patios, atriums or balconies; or
c. Stairwa; s, elevator shafts, mechanical rooms.
Single 'amity Residential
Areas-•esignated as "Single Family Residential" allow single family structures of one dwelling
unit -ach to a maximum density of 9 dwelling units per acre, subject to the detailed provisions of
th applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service
r facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
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Supporting services such as foster homes and family day care homes for children and/or adults;
and community based residential facilities' (6 clients or less, not including drug, alcohol or
correctional rehabilitation facilities) also shall be allowed pursuant to applicable state law.
Places of worship, primary and secondary schools, child day care centers and adult day care
centers are permissible in suitable locations within single family residential areas.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and private clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures within historic sites or historic districts that have •een
designated by the Historical and Environmental Preservation Board and are - - - -
approved by City Commission within single family residential areas, pursuant to a• •licable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for s ch uses.
Density and intensity limitations for said uses shall be restricted to those of th= contributing
structure(s).
Duplex Residential
Areas designated as "Duplex Residential" allow residential struct -s of up to two dwelling units
each to a maximum density of 18 dwelling units per acre, subje to the detailed provisions of
the applicable land development regulations and the maintence of required levels of service
for facilities and services included in the City's adopted con• rrency management requirements.
Community based residential facilities (14 clients or less not including drug, alcohol or
correctional rehabilitation facilities) also shall be a •wed pursuant to applicable state law.
Places of worship, primary and secondary schools, , ild day care centers and adult day care
centers are permissible in suitable locations withi duplex residential areas.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, useums, and private clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures withi istoric sites or historic districts that have been
designated by the Historical and Environ -ntal Preservation Board and are in suitable locations
within duplex residential areas, pursua to applicable land development regulations and the
maintenance of required levels of ser ce for such uses. Density and intensity limitations for said
uses shall be restricted to those of e contributing structure(s).
Low Density Multifam Residential
Areas designated as "Lo Density Multifamily Residential" allow residential structures to a
maximum density of 36 welling units per acre, and maximum residential density may be
increased by up to o - hundred percent (100%), subject to the detailed provisions of the
1 A "Comm ity based residential facility" provides room (with or without board), resident
services, nd twenty- four hour supervision. Such a facility functions as a single housekeeping
unity. T s category includes adult congregate living facilities, facilities for physically disabled
and h ndicapped persons, for developmentally disabled persons, for non dangerous mentally ill
per . ns and for dependent children, as licensed by the Florida Department of Health, and
j enile and adult residential correctional facilities, including halfway houses, as licensed or
pproved by an authorized regulatory agency.
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applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Supporting services such as community -based residential facilities (14 clients or less, not
including drug, alcohol or correctional rehabilitation facilities) will shall be allowed pursuat to
applicable state law; day care centers for children and adults may be permissible in su able
locations.
Permissible uses within low density multifamily residential areas also include co ercial
activities that are intended to serve the retailing and personal services needs o he building or
building complex, small scale limited commercial uses as accessory uses; a places of
worship, primary and secondary schools, a accessory post- secondary e•ucational facilities,
and lodging establishments. all of which are subject to the detailed provi •ons of applicable land
development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of ser, ice for such uses.
Professional offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and privat- clubs or lodges are
allowed only in contributing structures within historic sites or histo' c districts that have been
designated by the Historical and Environmental Preservation B• -rd and are in suitable locations
within low density multifamily residential areas, pursuant to a• •licable land development
regulations and the maintenance of required levels of servi•- for such uses. Density and
intensity limitations for said uses shall be restricted to those of the contributing structure(s).
Medium Density Multifamily Residentia
Areas designated as "Medium Density Multifam Residential" allow residential structures to a
maximum density of 65 dwelling units per acr=, and maximum residential density may be
increased by up to one hundred percent (1 • '4%), subject to the detailed provisions of the
applicable land development regulations - d the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the Ci 's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Supporting services such as com
including drug, alcohol or correcti
applicable state law; community
for children and adults may b
m ity-based residential facilities (14 clients or less, not
al rehabilitation facilities) w+l-kshall be allowed pursuant to
ased residential facilities (15-50 clients) and day care centers
ermissible in suitable locations.
Permissible uses within m=•ium density multifamily areas also include commercial activities that
are intended to serve th etailing and personal services needs of the building or building
complex, small scale li- ited commercial uses as accessory uses, subject to the detailed
provisions of applic- • e land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of
service for such u -s, places of worship, primary and secondary schools, and accessory post-
secondary educ Tonal facilities. Lodging uses are permitted subject to the detailed provisions of
as •licable lan• develo•ment regulations.
Profession offices, tourist and guest homes, museums, and private clubs or lodge are
allowed • ly in contributing structures within historic sites or historic districts that have been
design-, ed by the Historical and Environmental Preservation Board and are in suitable locations
withi► medium density multifamily residential areas, pursuant to applicable land development
re• lations and the maintenance of required levels of service for such uses. Density and
i� ensity limitations for said uses shall be restricted to those of the contributing structure(s).
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High Density Multifamily Residential
Areas designated as "High Density Multifamily Residential" allow residential structures to
maximum density of 150 dwelling units per acre, and maximum residential density may •e
increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject to the detailed provisions of e
applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of ervice for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management r=•uirements.
Higher densities may be allowed as shown for these specially -designated are
Little Havana Target Area 200 units per - re*
1—Southeast Overtown '300 units • -r acre*
Northeast
350 u s s er acre*
Miami River 40
units per acre*
Brickell, Omni, Park West and River Quadrant 00 units per acre*
*Indicates maximum residential density may
(100%) subject to the detailed provisions o
and the maintenance of required Levels
the City's adopted concurrency manag
Supporting services such as offices and co
are clearly incidental to principal uses ar
clients or less, not including drug, alco
allowed pursuant to applicable state
places of worship, primary and sec
may be permissible in suitable lo'ations.
increased by up to one hundred percent
he applicable land development regulations
Service for facilities and services included in
ent requirements.
mercial services and other accessory activities that
permitted; community -based residential facilities (14
I or correctional rehabilitation facilities) will shall be
w; community -based residential facilities (15+ clients),
ndary schools, and day care centers for children and adults
Low Density Restric -d Commercial
Areas designated as "L• Density Restricted Commercial" allow residential uses (except
rescue missions) to a aximum density equivalent to "Low Density Multifamily Residential"
subject to the same smiting conditions; transitory residential facilities such as hotels and motels.
This category als• allows general office use, clinics and laboratories, auditoriums, libraries,
convention faci ies, places of worship, and primary and secondary schools.
Also allowe• are commercial activities that generally serve the daily retailing and service needs
of the pub c, typically requiring easy access by personal auto, and often located along arterial
or colle or roadways, which include: general retailing, personal and professional services, real
estate banking and other financial services, restaurants, saloons and cafes, general
ent ainment facilities, private clubs and recreation facilities, major sports and exhibition or
e ertainment facilities and other commercial activities whose scale and land use impacts are
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similar in nature to those uses described above. This category also includes commercial
marinas and living quarters on vessels as permissible.
The nonresidential portions of developments within areas designated as "Low Density
Restricted Commercial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 3.0 times the net lot area % the
subject property.
Medium Density Restricted Commercial
Areas designated as "Medium Density Restricted Commercial" allow residenti- uses (except
rescue missions) to a maximum density equivalent to "Medium Density Multi :mily Residential"
subject to the same limiting conditions; transitory residential facilities such s hotels and motels.
This category also allows general office use, clinics and laboratories, au• toriums, libraries,
convention facilities, places of worship, and primary and secondary sc- ools.
Also allowed are commercial activities that generally serve the dail, retailing and service needs
of the public, typically requiring easy access by personal auto, a . often located along arterial
or collector roadways, which include: general retailing, person- and professional services, real
estate, banking and other financial services, restaurants, salons and cafes, general
entertainment facilities, private clubs and recreation faciliti- , major sports and exhibition or
entertainment facilities and other commercial activities ose scale and land use impacts are
similar in nature to those uses described above. This ..tegory also includes commercial
marinas and living quarters on vessels as permissib
The nonresidential portions of developments wit n areas designated as "Medium Density
Restricted Commercial" allow a maximum floo of ratio (FLR) of 6.0 times the net lot area of the
subject property.
Major Institutional, Public Fa ities, Transportation and Utilities
Areas designated as "Major Institu nal, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities" allow
facilities for federal, state and to :I government activities, major public or private health,
recreational, cultural, religious Jr educational activities, and major transportation facilities and
public utilities, and general commercial activities intended to serve the needs of the public.
Residential facilities ancill- y to these uses are allowed up to a maximum density equivalent to
"High Density Multifamil Residential" or if applicable the least intense abutting/adjacent
residential zoning dist .ct, subject to the same limiting conditions.
Areas designated "Major Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities allow
nonresidential u -s such as commercial and office to a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 6.0
times the net I• area of the subject property. Properties designated "Major Institutional, Public
Facilities, Tr-nsportation and Utilities" in the Health /Civic Center District allow a maximum floor
lot ratio (F R) of 8.0 times the net lot area of the subject property. Properties designated "Major
Instituti• al, Public Facilities, Transportation and Utilities" in the Urban Central Business District
allow maximum FLR of 37.0 times the net lot area of the subject property.
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Restricted Commercial
Areas designated as "Restricted Commercial" allow residential uses (except rescue missions)
a maximum density equivalent to "High Density Multifamily Residential" subject to the same
limiting conditions and a finding by the Planning Director that the proposed site's proximity
other residentially zoned property makes it a logical extension or continuation of existing
residential development and that adequate services and amenities exist in the adjacen -rea to
accommodate the needs of potential residents; transitory residential facilities such a otels and
motels. This category also allows general office use; clinics and laboratories, audit', iums,
libraries, convention facilities, places of worship, and primary and secondary sc •ols. Also
allowed are commercial activities that generally serve the daily retailing and s= vice needs of
the public, typically requiring easy access by personal auto, and often locat=: along arterial or
collector roadways, which include: general retailing, personal and profess •nal services, real
estate, banking and other financial services, restaurants, saloons and c es, general
entertainment facilities, private clubs and recreation facilities, major sorts and exhibition or
entertainment facilities and other commercial activities whose scal nd land use impacts are
similar in nature to those uses described above. This category al • includes commercial
marinas and living quarters on vessels as permissible.
The nonresidential portions of developments within areas d-signated as "Restricted
Commercial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 7.0 mes the net lot area of the subject
property; such FLR may be increased upon complianc= with the detailed provisions of the
applicable land development regulations; however, y not exceed a total FLR of 11.0 times
the net lot area of the subject property. Properties .esignated as "Restricted Commercial" in the
Edgewater Area allow a maximum floor lot ratio ' LR) of 17.0 times the net lot area of the
subject property. Properties designated as "R= tricted Commercial" in the Urban Central
Business District and Buena Vista Yards Int nsity Preservation Area allow a maximum floor lot
ratio (FLR) of 37.0 times the net lot area • the subject property.
All such uses and mixes of uses shall .e subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development regulations and the m ntenance of required levels of service for facilities and
services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
Nonresidential floor area is th- loor area that supports nonresidential uses within the inside
perimeter of the outside wal : of the building including hallways, stairs, closets, thickness of
walls, columns and other f atures, and parking and loading areas, and excluding only open air
corridors, porches, bale ies and roof areas.
Central Busi -ss District (CBD)
The area desk ated as "Central Business District (CBD) is intended to apply to the central
commercial inancial and office core of the metropolitan region, and allows all activities included
in the "Re ricted Commercial," and "Major Institutional, Public Facilities, Transportation and
Utilities" designations. Residential facilities (except for rescue missions) alone or in combination
with • er uses are allowable to a maximum density of 1,000 dwelling units per acre, and
m- imum residential density may be increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject to
t►- detailed provisions of the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of
required levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency
management requirements.
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Also permitted is a mix of uses ranging from high density multifamily residential to high intensity
office uses with retail uses on the lower floors of structures. Intensity of uses within the CBD
land use designation are generally higher than those allowed in other areas of the city. Areas
designated as CBD allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 40 times the net lot area of the
subject property.
General Commercial
Areas designated as "General Commercial" allow all activities included in the "R= tricted
Commercial" designations, as well as wholesaling and distribution activities th generally serve
the needs of other businesses; generally require on and off loading facilities. nd benefit from
close proximity to industrial areas. These commercial activities include ret ling of second hand
items, automotive repair services, new and used vehicle sales, parking •ts and garages, heavy
equipment sales and service, building material sales and storage, wh• esaling, warehousing,
distribution and transport related services, light manufacturing and . sembly and other activities
whose scale of operation and land use impacts are similar to tho - uses described above.
Multifamily residential structures of a density equal to High De .ity Multifamily Residential, are
allowed subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable la development regulations.
The nonresidential portions of developments within areas esignated as "General Commercial"
allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 7.0 times the n- lot area of the subject property; such
FLR may be increased upon compliance with the det led provisions of the applicable land
development regulations; however, may not excee• a total FLR of 11.0 times the net lot area of
the subject property. Properties designated as " neral Commercial" in the Urban Central
Business District and Buena Vista Yards Inten- ty Preservation Area allow a maximum floor lot
ratio (FLR) of 37.0 times the net lot area oft► - subject property.
All such uses and mixes of uses shall be ubject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development regulations and the main -nance of required levels of service for facilities and
services included in the City's adopt=. concurrency management requirements.
Industrial
The areas designated as " dustrial" allow manufacturing, assembly and storage activities. The
"Industrial" designation • -nerally includes activities that would otherwise generate excessive
amounts of noise, sm. e, fumes, illumination, traffic, hazardous wastes, or negative visual
impact unless prope- y controlled. Stockyards, rendering works, smelting and refining plants and
similar activities a excluded. Residential uses are not permitted in the "Industrial" designation,
except for resc missions, and live-aboards in commercial marinas. Lodging uses are
permitted in t s designation subject to limiting provisions of the applicable land development
regulations reas designated "Industrial" allow a maximum density of "Medium Density
Multifami Residential" subject to limiting provisions of the applicable land development
regulat •ns. Development shall be subject to the Port of Miami River Sub -Element, as
applicable. All uses must comply with any previous settlement agreements the City has entered
int. relating to recreational and commercial working waterfronts and the Miami River and not
i► pair recreational and commercial working waterfronts as defined in Section 342.07, Florida
Statutes.
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Areas designated as "Industrial" allow a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 8.0 times the net lot
area of the subject property. Furthermore, all such uses shall be subject to the maintenance of
required levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency
management requirements.
Light Industrial (LI)
The primary intent of this land use classification is to allow mixed use development w in this
land use classification, and further, to facilitate the ability of developing a mixed oc pancy
within a unit in which more than one type of use is provided under Live/Work or ork/Live
zoning districts of the City's land development regulations.
Areas designated as "Light Industrial" allow all activities included in the "Re ricted Commercial"
and "General Commercial" designations, as well as wholesaling and distrbution activities that
generally serve the needs of other businesses; generally require on an , off loading facilities;
and benefit from close proximity to general commercial areas. Thes ommercial activities
(beyond those permitted in the "Restricted Commercial" and "Gen= al Commercial"
designations) include retailing of second hand items, new and u -d vehicle sales, parking lots
and garages, wholesaling, warehousing, light manufacturing - d assembly and other activities
whose scale of operation and land use impacts are similar t► those uses described above.
This category also allows commercial marinas and livin• suarters on vessels for transients. This
land use category shall not permit storing, packaging, andling, processing or distribution of
explosive, flammable or otherwise hazardous mater :Is; scrap yards; and health clinics.
The hazard level of an activity shall be one of th determining factors as to whether that activity
shall be permissible within a Light Industrial di: rict; the detailed provisions of the applicable
land development regulations shall prohibit ' gh-level hazard activities within live/work
developments.
Areas designated as "Light Industrial" = low residential uses to a maximum density of 36
dwelling units per acre, and the non -sidential portions of developments within areas
designated as "Light Industrial" al •w a maximum floor lot ratio (FLR) of 10.0 times the net lot
area of the subject property
Affordable housing develop ents that are certified by the City as having a complete application
for development as of the -ffective date of the proposed Land Development Regulations shall
be permitted with densi es up to 150 dwelling units per acre but must obtain all building permits
by December 17, 20 , at which time any rights herein to building permits shall expire.
All such uses and ixes of uses shall be subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land
development re ulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for facilities and
services incl ed in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
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Correspondence Table — Zoning and Comprehensive Pj n
Transect
Miami 21
Transect Zone
Future Land Use Designation
Dwelli g Units Per
' cre Max.
T3
R, L
SUB -URBAN
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
9 du/ac
T3
0
DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL
18 du/ac
T4
R
GENERAL URBAN
LOW DENSITY MULTIFAMILY RESIDEN AL
36 du/ac*
T4
L,O
LOW DENSITY RESTRICTED CO ERCIAL
36 du/ac*
T5
R
URBAN CENTER
MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIFA ' LY RESIDENTIAL
65 du/ac*
T5
L,O
MEDIUM DENSITY RE . RICTED COMMERCIAL
65 du/ac*
T6-(8 — 48)
R
URBAN CORE
HIGH DENSIT ULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL
150 du/ac*
T6-(8 — 48)
L, 0
RESTRICTED OMMERCIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL
D1
WORK PLACE
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
36 du/ac
D2
INDUSTRIAL
INDUSTRIAL
65 du/ac**
D3
MARINE
INDUSTRIAL
65 du/ac**t
T6-80
R, L, 0
URBAN CORE
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
1000 du/ac*
CI
CIVIC INSTIUTIO► AL
MAJOR INSTITUTIONAL, PUBLIC FACILITIES,
TRANSPORTATION, AND UTILITIES
150 du/ac
CI HD
CIVIC INSTIT4 ION —
HEALTH I STRICT
MAJOR INSTITUTIONAL, PUBLIC FACILITIES,
TRANSPORTATION, AND UTILITIES
150 du/ac*
CS
CIVIC :PACE/PARKS
PUBLIC PARKS AND RECREATION
N/A
COMMERCIAL RECREATION
N/A
T1
NATURAL
CONSERVATION
N/A
* Indica s maximum residential density may be increased by up to one hundred percent (100%), subject
to the etailed provisions of the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required
leve of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management
re irements.
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** Indicates Lodging Use occupancy equivalent to 65 du/ac is permitted subject to the detailed provisions
of the applicable land development regulations and the maintenance of required levels of service for
facilities and services included in the City's adopted concurrency management requirements.
t Indicates Lodging Uses are only permitted in the property abutting the Miami River with the appropr":te
Future Land Use designation on the north side of the "Lower River," or that area from Biscayne Bay o the
Fifth Street Bridge, subject to the detailed provisions of the applicable land development regulatios,
maintenance of required levels of service for facilities and services included in the City's adopte
concurrency management requirements, and compliance with the City's Stipulated Settlemen Agreement
adopted by the City Commission through Resolution No. R-10-0327 and the related Remed.:l Actions
adopted by Ordinance No. 13189.
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Housing Element
Goal HO-1: Support the (increase the ; yof safe, decent, sanitary affordab - and
workforce housing to all existing and future residents especially for -xtremely
low-, very low-, low-, and moderate -income households ('
standards and regulations of HUD anal the State of Florida) and the elderl; special
populations by
income housing, adding new housing units, rehabilitating older existi g homes,
maintaining; and revitalizing residential neighborhoods in order to eet the needs of all
Objective HO-1.1: Provide and/or encourage a local regulatory reg tions, investment, and
neighborhood environment that will assist the private sector in inc'-acing to increase the stock
of affordable and workforce housing for all income levels, inclu. g extremely low-, very low-,
low-, and moderate -income households (in accordance with t►e current standards and
regulations of HUD and the State of Florida), within the City •y at-Icast 10 percent by 2010
Policy HO-1.1.1: The City defines affordable (moderate come) housing in accordance with the
current standards and regulations of the United State, Iepartment of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD). The City continues to promote -qual access to housing opportunities. The
City, with other governmental agencies and non-p'ofit organizations, w+l-kshall educate
appropriate parties regarding fair housing and r= er fair housing concerns to the appropriate
enforcement agency.
Policy HO-1.1.2: Continue and expand th City's current affordable and workforce housing
programs and continuc including its par ipation in federal and state housing programs and the
County Documentary Stem Surtax P •gram to create new units in the City.
Policy HO-1.1.3: The City will con ue to develop comprehensive neighborhood redevelopment
plans and programs that encourge private developers to build new, or rehabilitate old,
residential structures and ens e that public investments are coordinated with private sector
developments to increase t overall attractiveness of redeveloping neighborhoods. The City
shall continue to review in•-ntives to assist the private sector in providing affordable and
workforce housing units the City.
Policy HO-1.1.4: Util'e Tax Increment Financing districts, which are designated by Miami Dadc
County, as a mec nism for financing public improvements in residential areas and stimulating
neighborhood re italization, will continue to be used.
Policy HO-1 .5: The City w+l-kshall continue to enforce; and, where necessary, strengthen those
sections of e land development regulations that are intended to preserve and enhance the
general-•pearance and character of the City's residential areas and neighborhoods by
bufferi • them from the encroachment of commercial uses and to buffer such neighborhoods
from compatible uses through the implementation and enforcement of transition and buffering
dards .
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Policy HO-1.1.6: The Cit„ will continue to enrol irage the designation restoration and adaptive
incentives deemed appropriate. The City shall continue to assist non-profit, community-bas
organizations in the development and provision of extremely low-, very low-, low-, and
moderate -income housing projects to augment the public sector provision of extremely kw-,
very low-, low-, and moderate -income housing. This assistance shall include, but not . - limited
to, technical assistance, marketing and financial planning assistance, and the provi on of public
improvements, such as street improvements, curbing, landscaping and public op spaces,
proper drainage, and street lighting.
Policy HO-1.1.7: The City shall continue to control, through restrictions the City's land
development regulations, large scale and/or intensive commercial and in. stria) land
development which may negatively impact any residential neighborhoo• and wiThshall provide
appropriate transitions between high-rise and low-rise residential dev- opments.
Policy HO-1.1.8: Through the land development regulations, the
ty shall protect existing
viable neighborhoods in those areas suitable for housing and, ere appropriate, enhance thern
in a manner compatible with their existing character.
Policy HO-1.1.9: The City's land development regulation
residential development and redevelopment in close pr
stations. (See Land Use Policy LU-1.1.10 and Trans
Policy HO-1.1.10: The City shall report annually
t
shall encourage high -density
imity to Metrorail and Metromover
rtation Policy TR-2.1.3.)
e extent to Which the housing
amended from time to time) are being realize • including those relating to:
and person with HIV/AIDS;
with respe to
the creation of a land acquisition program for Infili
c. the continued provision of Affordable Housing incentives
d. the provision of training/workshops to developers on City programs and
regulations
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e. streamlining of the RFP process and the provision of multi year funding
f. Increasing the capacity of non profit housing providers.
Developers building residential projects for Affordable and Workforce Housing, as descri►ed in
the applicable land development regulations, are encouraged to build additional units • -r acre
to increase the amount of sustainable housing solutions available for households th are cost -
burdened relative to housing expenses. Additional density is permitted subject to tie detailed
provisions of the applicable land development regulations.
Policy HO-1.1.11: [Reserved] The City will support the increase in local ho -ownership through
assistance efforts surrounding financial and educational programming. Re dents will be provided
with opportunities that relieve financial burden and provide the necessa knowledge to maintain
their investment. Programming will seek to reduce the out-of-town o ership through a carefully
designed support system built into the local community which is --adily available to the city's
residents.
Objective HO-1.2: Maintain and preserve the City's Conccrvc c present existing housing stock
of extremely low , very low., low., and moderate -income hosing (in accordance with the current
standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florid . within the City and reduce the
number of substandard units by continuing to eliminate •r improve existing housing that does
not meet minimum housing standards. through reha• station, reduce the number of unsafe
structures through demolition or rehabilitation, a- e ure the preservation of historically
significant housing through identification •nation.
Policy HO-1.2.1: The City defines extremely •w , very low , low , and moderate income housing
(in accordance with the current standards . nd regulations of HUD and the State of Florida) in
accordance with the current standards - d regulations of the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUB) and the State of Florida. The City shall continue to
encourage the designation restoraf on, and adaptive and sensitive reuse of historically,
culturally, or architecturally signifi•-nt housing through zoning and other incentives deemed
appropriate.
Policy HO-1.2.2: The City shall continue; and, when necessary, expand extremely-1-1 y
low , low , and modcratc comc state and federally funded housing assistance programs for
maintenance and neig •orhood improvements especially with the intent of preventing a nct los
of extremely low-, ve low-, low-, and moderate -income housing (in accordance with the current
standards and reg ations of HUD and the State of Florida) units within the City.
Policy HO-1.2... The City's housing programs w+l-kshall provide for a diverse range of housing
types typolo• es in all areas of the City, including housing that is affordable to extremely low ,
very low , •w , and moderate incomc houscholdc {in accordance with the current standards
and rcg ations of HUD and the State of Florida) as an alternative to the and shall not have a
geogr phic concentration of low-income housing, thus providing housing for all.
P• icy HO-1.2.4: The City will continue to assist non profit, community based organizations in
e development and provision of extremely low , very low , low , and moderate income housing
{in accordance with the current standards and regulations of HUD and the State of Florida)
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projects to augment the public sector provision of extremely low , very low , low , and mod • atc
income housing. This assistance will include, but not be limited to, technical assistance,
rnarketing and financial planning assistance, and the provision of public improvements uch as
street improvements, curbing, landscaping and public open spaces, proper drainage =nd street
lighting. Through Code Enforcement, collaborate with residential neighborhoods to oster the
preservation and revitalization of City neighborhoods, prevent blight, and educat= property
owners on property maintenance standards.
Policy HO-1.2.5: The City defines substandard housing as any residential it that lacks either
complete kitchen or plumbing facilities, does not satisfy health and safety odcs, or detract
from the physical appearance of neighborhoods in the City's definition • substandard housing
as compliant with thc Statc's dcfinition of substandard housing in s.1 •.000'(12), F.S. Code
Enforcement shall issue citations to housing units that do not meet ode retirements of
standard housing conditions.
Policy HO-1.2.6: With the intent of preserving and enhancing eighborhood charaacc er, the City
shall utilize code enforcement to prevent the issue citations to reduce the number of illegal
conversions of single-family residences into multifamily u► ts.
Policy HO-1.2.7: The City shall continue to enforc- and implement neighborhood specific
design and development standards that may be de -loped as a result of the amendments to the
City's land development regulations and other ini =tives to strengthen those sections of the
Zoning Ordinance that are intended to preserve .nd enhance the general appearance and
character of the City's neighborhoods.
Policy HO-1.2.8: The City will increa.,e -- _-nfercer en+ c in areas where significant
concentrations of substandard units are ikely to exist. The City will shall implement programs to
assist extremely low-, very low-, low-, nd moderate -income households (in accordance with thc
current standards and regulations o UD and the State of Florida) in rehabilitating their units.
Owners of substandard units all be required to make needed repairs in a timely manner
and vacant or abandoned prop ty shall be required to be secured so as not to fepresent a
public health or safety hazard
Policy HO-1.2.9: The City ill shall*nitor conditions and if necessary, formally request that
Miami -Dade County ma tain an -acceptable quality of public housing within the City.
Policy HO-1.2.10: T e City will, through its building code enforcement, demolish all structures
determined to be ructurally unsafe.
Policy HO-1.2 1. Historically significant housing in the City will be identified and subject to
Chapter 23 - d other appropriate sections of the City's Code and Zoning Ordinance.
Objectiv= HO-1.3: Facilitate the private and public sector provision of housing in non isolated
reside ial areas for community based residential fas+l4ies and ester care fates (including
thos- funded by the Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative -Services). Continue to
pr• ide sites for licensed community based residential facilities and foster care facilities.
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Policy HO-1.3.1: The City shall continue to permit the operation of group homes, foster c- e
facilities, and Adult Congregate Living Facilities (ACLFs), subject to restrictions reflected in e
City Zoning Ordinance, in all residential areas at the residential densities for which those areas
are zoned.
Policy HO-1.3.2: The City's land development regulations shall be reviewed an amended
where warranted, to prevent concentrations of group homes, foster care facilities .nd Adult
Congregate Living Facilities (ACLFs) in any area of the City.
Policy HO-1.3.3: [Reserved] The City shall encourage a diverse range of housing types and
sizes in a pedestrian -friendly environment, in coordination with funding a • housing
rehabilitation programs, to promote healthy aging -in -place for agin res gents.
d_
Policy HO-1.3.4 [Reserved]
Objective HO- 1.4: The City shall continue to participa n a egional effort to provide
adequate shelter for the homeless.
Policy HO-1.4.1: The City, along with Miami -Dade County, he Homeless Trust, Downtown
Development Authority, Broward County, the major mun ' ipalities of the region, the South
Florida Regional Planning Council, and the State Depment of Health and Rehabilitative
Services will shall participate in the development of . coordinated plan to address the problem
of homelessness in South Florida.
Policy HO-1.4.2 [Reserved]
Policy HO-1.4.3: The City will -shall assist i • roviding, when necessary, temporary emergency
shelter facilities to serve homeless famili , seniors LGBTQ+ persons, and children.
Policy HO-1.4.4: The City's land deve •pment regulations shall permit temporary crisis
intervention facilities and short -ter ransitional facilities (aimed at assisting the homeless to
become self-supporting members •f society) to be located proximate to areas where social
assistance and economic oppor nities are available.
Policy HO-1.4.5: The City shall continue and expand its efforts to acquire and administer
federal and state financial :id for homeless assistance.
Policy HO-1.4.6: The t ty w+4I-shall provide regulations for, and permit the siting of, homeless
shelters within its la • development regulations and take appropriate measures to prevent a net
loss of shelter cap city. The City will develop a ten year plan designed to end chronic
homelessness b, working toward a more equitable distribution of facilitics throughout Miami
Dade County. ' he City shall continue to work with Miami -Dade County and local stakeholders,
to mitigate c onic homelessness.
Policy H6- 1.4.7: The City shall seek opportunities to monitor and track the locations of shelters
and al • rnative housing options through technological means such as Geographic Information
Syst: s.
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Policy HO- 1.4.8: The City shall maintain a database of available land and structures as an
inventory of possible locations for unhoused populations citywide.
Objective HO-1.5: Provide assistance to displaced occupants where public redevelopm
programs require relocation.
Policy HO-1.5.1: The City's housing program shall continue to provide for assistance to
occupants displaced by public redevelopment projects so that suitable relocatio- housing in
proximity to employment and necessary public services is available prior to th demolition or
replacement of existing housing serving extremely low-, very low-, low-, an moderate -income
occupants.
Objective HO-1.6 [Reserved]
Policy HO-1.6.1 [Reserved]
Goal HO-2: Achieve a livable city center with a variety of ban housing types for
persons of all income levels in a walkable, mixed -use, an environment.
Objective HO-2.1: Design and create pedestrian friend! environments and neighborhoods with
varied housing prototypes and amenities catering to p- rsons of diverse social, economic, and
cultural backgrounds, with a variety of urban housins types for persons of all income levels
including those of extremely !ow-, very !ow-, !ow-, -nd moderate -income households (in
accordance with the current standards and reg .tions of HUD and the State of Florida)
provided in a walkable, mixed -use, urban env onment.
Policy HO-2.1.1: Through the land develo
protect and enhance existing neighborh
ent regulations, the City shall continue to
ods in downtown.
Policy HO-2.1.2: The City w+l-kshall •ntinue to revise residential zoning district regulations to
provide greater flexibility for the d= ign and development of a variety of contemporary housing
types and mixed -use developm= is with the application of new higher density zoning in
accordance with neighborhoo► specific design and development standards that might be
adopted as a result of ame •ments to the City's land development regulations and other
neighborhood planning in atives.
Policy HO-2.1.3: The ' ity will shall continue to arc6wc ensure that necessary support services,
institutions, and am ities are available to existing neighborhoods.
Policy HO-2.1.4. he City w+l-kshall continue to promote development of new, high quality, dense
urban neighb• oods along the Miami River in the downtown.
Policy HO .1.5: The City w+l-kshall continue to encourage adaptive reuse of commercial space
for resid• ntial use by working to eliminate unnecessary residential requirements in the Zoning
Ordin- ce that inhibit reasonable adaptive reuse.
P. cy HO-2.1.6: The City will -shall continue to target available governmental housing
ssistance programs and funds to assist with development of affordable housing in existing
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viable neighborhoods and publicly designated redevelopment districts while avoiding undue
concentrations of assisted housing.
Policy HO-2.1.7: Working together with private developers, the City will shall continue to •ply
for Urban Development Action Grants (UDAG's), Housing Development Action Grants
' potential grant programs in the Southeast Overtown/Park Wes , Lummuc
Par -River Quadrant any, West Brickell areas where housing can be developed a a part of
mixed -use projects for extremely low, very low-, low- and moderate -income pers• s and
workforce households.
Policy HO-2.1.8: Through changes in the City's land development regulati• s, the City will shall
continue to expand the areas in which new commercial development ma, receive incentives for
Housing Trust Fund contributions.
Policy HO-2.1.9: [Reserved] New housing opportunities that are c• text-sensi ive to the existing
urban fabric shall be explored through development and redeye!, oment in neighborhoods
throughout the City. Areas in close proximity to fixed -rail trans i shall be prioritized for new
housing opportunities. These new housing opportunities shbe transitional in form with the
existing scale and character of the neighborhood.
Policy HO-2.1.10: The City shall explore code change to expand the availability of accessory
dwelling units in greater areas of the City, while res! •sting the scale and architectural character
of each neighborhood- and shall develop suitable ►evelopment regulations.
Policy HO-2.1.11: The City of Miami encoura• -s the development of housing typologies that
promotes Missing Middle Housing, which ar= the housing types that fall between detached
single family and large mid -rise buildings. 'his includes housing such as duplexes, triplexes,
courtyard apartments, townhomes, and e / work units.
Objective HO 2.2: By 2023, five per
nt (5%) of the new housing stock will be mixed incomc
developments, as described in th applicable land development regulations.
Objective HO 2.3: By 2023,
attainable mixed income pr
regulations, will be reserv-d
foy percent (410%) of the housing stock built under affordable and
rams, as described in the applicable land development
for housing low income elderly residents.
Objective HO 2.4: By 023, forty percent (410%) of the housing stock built under affordable and
attainable mixed in •me programs will be reserved for Workforce Housing, as described in the
applicable land d= elopment regulations.
cable land development regulations.
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i
SANITARY
& STORM SEWE
OMPREHENSIVE
EIGHBORHOOD PLAN
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Sanitary & Storm Sewers Element
Goal SS-1: Ensure a clean, healthy urban environment through the proper maint ance,
timely provision and efficient operation of a centralized wastewater treatment • d
ancillary sewerage system.
Objective SS-1.1: All residences and businesses within the City that have bee
served by sanitary sewers, and the City w+l-kshall continue to replace and re
of the system as required, and w+l-kshall coordinate with Miami -Dade Cou
of, or increase in the capacity of, treatment facilities to meet future need
approved are
it aging segments
on the extension
Policy SS-1.1.1: The City w+l-kshall continue to implement existing pl,ns to extend the sewerage
system to all approved areas of the City.
Policy SS-1.1.2: The City will shall complete those sanitary se er projects described in the
City's Capital Improvement Program as scheduled.
Policy SS-1.1.3: The City w+l-kshall monitor progress on , I sanitary sewer related capital
improvement projects on an annual basis as •art of it capital improvement implementation
procedures.
Policy SS-1.1.4: Although the City has no au h• ty with respect to Miami -Dade County's
wastewater treatment programs, the City sha , through its Intergovernmental Coordination
Policies, continue to support, and cooperat with, Miami -Dade Water and Sewer Department
(M-DWASD) actions to expand the capa ies of its wastewater treatment facilities as expressed
in that Department's Wastewater Facili -s Master Plan, dated April 2008, as amended in 2014,
and 2015, and as may be amended f •m time to time.
adir
Objective SS-1.2: Ensure that th= practice of wastewater management is consistent with the
protection and preservation of ►aturaaI resources.
Policy SS-1.2.1: Although ' e City fit no authority with respect to Miami -Dade County's
wastewater treatment pr• •rams, the City shall, through its Intergovernmental Coordination
Policies, support and courage MDWASD to continue to adhere to its current policies of: no
discharge of wastew-, er to surface fresh waters; advanced waste treatment at all "package"
treatment plants t . t are granted variances from "no discharge" requirements; secondary
treatment prior t• discharge from ocean outfalls; secondary treatment, proven design, local
operating exp= ience and compliance with all regulatory agency requirements prior to discharge
from injectiowells; and secondary or higher levels of treatment, as required by regulations,
prior to di harge to shallow groundwater to ensure no negative impact on the ability of the
receiving waters to meet Federal Drinking Water Standards.
Poli
re
SS-1.2.2: In the design and construction of new sewers, and in the repair and
acement of old sewers, the City will shall use appropriate design and construction
chniques to eliminate infiltration of storm waters into the sanitary sewer system, or the
overflow of wastewater into the storm sewer system.
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Policy SS-1.2.3: The City w+l-kshall use its authority under local codes and ordinances to
cooperate with Miami -Dade County DERM to identify and eliminate any sites where there may
be illegal connections of sanitary sewers to the storm sewer system.
Policy SS-1.2.4: The City w+l-kshall, through its Intergovernmental Coordination Policies,
negotiate with MDWASD to seek cooperative agreements to ensure that the operation • the
Central District wastewater treatment facility on Virginia Key does not degrade the na ral
environment or limit the public's access to recreational opportunities on the island.
Objective SS-1.3: The City's land development regulations w+l-kshall ensure tha approval of
development or redevelopment will shall not occur until there exists adequat- astewater
transmission capacity to serve that development.
Policy SS-1.3.1: The level of service standard to determine adequate transmission capacity is
1 /1 1 122 gallons per capita per day (GPCD).
Policy SS-1.3.2: All improvements for replacement, expansion, o increase in capacity of the
sanitary sewer transmission network shall be compatible with t e level of service standard
adopted in Policy 1.3.1.
Policy SS-1.3.3: Since the sanitary sewer network is an i ' terconnected Countywide system, the
departments of Resilience & Public Works and Planni i wi-l-kshall cooperate with MDWASD to
jointly develop methodologies and procedures for bi- nually updating estimates of system
demand and capacity.
Policy SS-1.3.4: The City will -shall monitor the •ermitting of any development or redevelopment
occurring outside of the City's boundaries w► ch by gravity connects to the City's sewer
transmission network.
Objective SS-1.4: The City's sanitary -wer collection system is a valuable and costly element
of the urban infr cture, and its u :e is to be maximized in the most efficient manner.
Policy SS-1.4. : The City w+l-ks =I1 ensure, through its concurrency management system, that
sanitary sewer and storm sew'•rs shall be in place to serve new development or redevelopment
no later than the issuance o a certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent. (See
Sanitary and Storm Sewe Policy SS-2.5.1.)
Goal SS-2: Provide
in areas of intensi e use and occupation, while preventing degradation of quality in
receiving water
equate stormwater drainage to reasonably protect against flooding
Objective SS " 1: In accordance with the 1986 Storm Drainagc Stormwater Master Plan and
subsequen updates, the City wilkshall address the most critical drainage problems. The City's
goals for etrofitting subcatchment areas within the City w+l-kshall meet or exceed the five-year
freque y, 24-hour duration standard while utilizing water quality design criteria. The City wi-If
shall onfer with local agencies, namely the Miami -Dade County Department of Environmental
Resources Management (DERM) when retrofitting City projects to incorporate design criteria
d best management practices (BMPs).
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Policy SS-2.1.1: The City shall adhere to its 1986 Storm Drainage Stormwater Master Plan
and subsequent updates as the long-range policy guideline for improving its storm drainage
stormwater management system, and shall update the estimated cost of implementing th
Plan through the annual updates to the City's Capital Improvements Program included in t
Capital Improvements eElement of the MCNP. The City shall rank the projects specif -d in
the 1986 Storm Drainage Stormwater Master Plan, with priority given to addressing th = most
critical problem areas within the City, and implement those projects supported by a f ancing
plan according to the provisions of Chapter 18, Article VIII of the City Code, entitle,, "Stormwater
Water Utility System Fees." The 1986 plan will shall be updated by 2010 2030 h measurable
Goals and Objectives. The plan shall be reported and reviewed annually - d at time of EAR.
Policy SS-2.1.2: The City shall continue to monitor progress on all stor sewer -related
capital improvement projects on an annual basis as part of its capital im-•rovement
implementation procedures.
Policy SS-2.1.3: The City shall ensure, through its concurrenc, management system, that
sanitary sewer and storm sewers shall be in place to serve new :evelopment wand
redevelopment no later than the issuance of a certificate of o upancy or its functional
equivalent. Issuance of any development permit shall requi - compliance with a drainage level
of service standard of a one -in -five-year storm event whit- incorporating water quality
considerations.
Objective SS-2.2: The practice of stormwater man
to reduce pollutant -loading rates to surface water
ement within the City w+l-kshall be designed
Policy SS-2.2.1: The City wiThshall retrofit the umber of storm water outfalls that discharge into
the Miami River and its tributaries, the Littl= 'iverl and directly into Biscayne Bay. If positive
drainage systems to these water bodies .,re deemed to be the only feasible method of
maintaining adequate storm drainage, en these storm sewers shall be designed and
constructed to retain grease and oil, =nd minimize pollutant discharges. (See Natural Resource
Conservation Policy NR-1.1.2 and ' oastal Management Policy CM-1.1.2.)
Policy SS-2.2.2: In order to re• ce the level of contaminants carried into Biscayne Bay via the
Miami and Little rivers, the •lid Waste Department should be encouraged to increase the
frequency and extent of st et sweeping. (See Solid Waste Policy SW-1.3.3.)
Policy SS-2.2.3: The y shall continue to seek cooperative agreements and funding
support from Miami -lade County DERM, the South Florida Water Management District, the
U.S. Army Corps • Engineers, and any other appropriate state and federal agencies in order to
protect the qual of its surface waters and reduce pollutant loadings into the Miami River, its
tributaries, th = ittle River, and directly into Biscayne Bay.
Policy SS .2.4: The City shall require that "best management practices" shall be used in the
design d construction of stormwater management systems to minimize pollutant load
even ,ally discharged to natural drainage systems, as well as to regulate the volume and timing
of •rm water delivered to natural systems.
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Policy SS-2.2.5: The City shall continue to enforce Florida Building Code requirements for
the on -site retention of the first inch of stormwater runoff. (See Natural Resource Conservatio
Policy NR-2.1.2.)
Policy SS-2.2.6: The City shall consider the inclusion of stormwater quality control s uctures
in any new projects for major road improvements and commercial parking areas.
Objective SS-2.3: As the City implements the storm -water management improve -nts specified
in the 1986 Storm Drainagc Stormwater Master Plan, it shall ensure that sto water
management contributes to the conservation of ground water as a future potse water supply.
Policy SS-2.3.1: In its stormwater management practices, the City ashpromote infiltration
of storm water to surficial or artesian aquifers to prevent further saltwat- intrusion, where such
infiltration is deemed to be feasible and cost efficient, and is r t likely o represent an
environmental hazard.
Objective SS-2.4: All areas of the City are now served t torm .rainage facilities, and the City
will shall continue to coordinate the replacement, repair, exte ion, and capacity increases of
the system consistent with development and redevelopmen needs.
Policy SS-2.4.1: Through enforcement of its Storm Wat Utility System as provided in Chapter
53.5 Section 18-291 of the City Code, the City will sh- use its authority "to construct,
reconstruct, improve, and extend stormwater utility : stem and to issue revenue bonds and
other debts if needed to finance in whole or part t' e cost of such system and to establish just
and equitable rates, fees, anarges for the rvices and facilities provided by the system."
Objective SS-2.5: The City's storm drainag= system is a valuable and costly element of the
urban infrastructure, and its use is to be - aximized in the most efficient manner to serve this
fully developed community.
Policy SS-2.5.1: The City will shall e its land development regulations to ensure that
development and redevelopment s consistent with the capacity of the storm drainage system.
(See Sani ry and Storm Sewe ' Policy SS- 1.4.1.)
Objective SS-2.6: The City'. Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System discharges to the surface
waters of the United States. These discharges are regulated by the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (N' IES) permit issued by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency. The City shmeet the requirements of the permit when operating its drainage
facilities.
Policy SS-2.6. . The City shall comply with the conditions in its NPDES permit.
Policy SS- .6.2: The operation of the City's drainage system to meet NPDES requirements shall
meet the ollowing criteria:
The Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP) shall be consistent with
stormwater management program elements as defined in the NPDES permit.
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• Stormwater projects and activities shall be consistent with the current local, state, and
federal regulations at the time of implementation.
• Stormwater capital improvement and operation and maintenance projects shall be
implementable.
Policy SS-2.6.3: The City shall, through its National Pollutant Discharge Eliminatio ystem
(NPDES) Permit, enforce and educate all construction sites and operators of such c• struction
sites, for compliance with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FD.')
requirements and the Municipal Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit.
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NATURAL
GROUNDWAT
AQUIFER REC
AMI
OMPREHENSIVE
NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN
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Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Element
Goal AR-1: Protect the functions of the natural groundwater aquifer recharge areas
within the City to support existing and future population.
Objective AR-1.1: Ensure that stormwater management practices contribute to c• servation of
groundwater as a future potable water supply.
Policy AR-1.1.1: As the City implements the projects identified in its 1986 •rm Drainagc
Master Plan City of Miami Stormwater Master Plan and subsequent upd s, it w+l1shall promote
the infiltration of storm -water to surficial or artesian aquifers to prevent rther saltwater
intrusion, where such infiltration is deemed to be feasible, not to repr= ent an environmental
hazard, and to be cost efficient.
Policy AR-1.1.2: The City w+µshall coordinate with and support •cal, state and federal agencies
to achieve regional aquifer recharge protection objectives, in ding those pertaining to the
quality and quantity of groundwater resources.
Policy AR-1.1.3: The City w+µshall continue to support t►e South Florida Water Management
District efforts to monitor the water levels at the salini control structures within the City to
prevent against further saltwater intrusion and prot t the aquifer recharge areas and cones of
influence of wellfields from contamination. (See :tural Resource Conservation Policy NR-
2.1.3.)
Objective AR-1.2: The City wiUshall use its
land uses for areas within the City deeme
Water Management District; maintain a
nd use and development regulations to ensure that
to be aquifer recharge areas by the South Florida
quate recharge for the aquifer.
Policy AR-1.2.1: The Cit w+flshall intain low to moderate density uses in the West Flagami
area of the City (as shown on Fig a 111.1 of the Data and Analysis) , as seen in Map LU-10 of
Appendix LU-1, as necessary t• protect the secondary aquifer recharge area from contaminants
including p ion and saltwa -r intrusion. (See Land Use Policy LU 1.1.9.)
Policy AR-1.2.2: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County to implement the County
management plan that i -entifies potential areas of water withdrawals, potential sources of
contamination includi • saltwater intrusion, the impact of potential withdrawals to other legal
users, and the deve •pment of practices that w+llshall maintain this aquifer as a viable water
supply source. M. • LU-11 of Appendix LU shows existing water control structures and the
changes of salt ater intrusion over time.
Policy AR-1 ' .3: In accordance with the South Florida Water Management District's Lower East
Coast Re onal Water Supply Plan and Objective PW-1.3, and its related policies, the City's
coordin ion with MDWASD shall develop alternative water supply sources to supplement
withdr-wals from the Biscayne Aquifer. Such sources may include withdrawals from the Floridan
Aq er, implementation of water conservation methods, and development of reclaimed and
w tewater reuse strategies.
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Potable Water Element
Goal PW-1: Ensure that all residents and workcrs potable water users within the ' ity
have adequate access to safe drinking water through the efficient operation of
centralized, County operated potable water treatment facilities and ancillary otable
water transmission system.
Objective PW-1.1: Land development regulations wifishall ensure that appro :I of development
or redevelopment 4414shall not be granted unless and until there exists ade• ate potable water
transmission capacity to serve that development.
Policy PW-1.1.1: Since the potable water network is an interconnect-., Gcounty_wide system,
the City 4414shall cooperate with Miami -Dade County Water and Se er Department (MDWASD)
to jointly develop methodologies and procedures for biannually u••ating estimates of system
demand and capacity and ensure that sufficient cap ; to ser development exists. (See
Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-2.1.4.)
Objective PW-1.2: The City shall coordinate with the MD
safe potable water are available to meet theneis of t
Conservation Objective NR-2.1.)
to ensure adequate levels of
e Natural Resource
Policy PW-1.2.1: The City Ishall ensure, throw ' oncurrency management system, that
potable water facilities shall be in place to serv- ew development Band redevelopment no
later than the issuance of a certificate of occu ancy or its functional equivalent in compliance
with level of service standards for transmis •n capacity of 92.05 97.54 gallons per capita per
day (GPCD). (See Natural Resource Con-ervatiorolicy NR-2.1.5 and Capital Improvements
Policy CI-1.2.3)
Policy PW-1.2.2: Pursuant to Chapt- r 163.3177(6)(c), F.S., the City has adopted an updated
Water Supply Facilities Work Pla contained in Appendix PW-1 of the MCNP) for a 210-year
planning period (201/1 2033) to %e consistent with the MDWASD planning period and that is also
consistent with the current Lo 'er East Coast Water Supply Plan Update approved by the South
Florida Water Management i'strict (SRWMD) on November 8, 2018 and the current adopted
Miami -Dade County's 10- ear Water Supply Facilities Work Plan adopted April 2022 and
corresponding CDMP T-xt Amendments adopted on January 19, 2023. The City's Work Plan
and the County's Wor Plan are incorporated into the City's Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan
by reference. The C. y's work plan Ishall be updated, at a minimum, every 5 years and within
18 months after t - South Florida Water Management District's approval of an updated Lower
East Coast Re • •nal Water Supply Plan. (See Natural Resource Conservation Policy NR-2.1.7.)
Policy PW-1. .3: The City3,6414shall cooperate and participate to the fullest extent possible with
Miami-Da•e County to maintain procedures and programs to monitor levels of service of each
water s •ply, water treatment and wastewater treatment facility for use by agencies that issue
development orders or permits. Such procedures may include the establishment of water and
was -water allocation processes to assure that adequate water supply, and water and
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wastewater transmission and treatment capacity is available prior to issuance of developme
orders or permits pursuant to Chapter 163.3180(2)(a), F.S.
Policy PW-1.2.4: The City shall continue to coordinate through the Planners Techn al
Committee and Miami -Dade County to utilize, expand and pursue the development . ' new
potable water wellfields and alternative water supplies to meet the City's existing a- d future
water supply needs. Such coordination efforts shall include the transmittal of .nformation for
large scale future land use changes, population and demand projections, wat- supply needs,
implementation of alternative water supply projects, establishment of level o service standards,
and servicing of newly annexed areas.
Policy PW-1.2.5: In the development of its MDWASD's future potable ater supplies, the City
shall, to the maximum extent feasible, assist in and utilize methods hich preserve the integrity
of the Biscayne Aquifer, protect the quality of surface water and r= ated ecosystems, considered
compatible with the South Florida Water Management District's ower East Coast Regional
Water Supply Plan, and comply with that those land use and -nvironmental protection policies
of the City MCNP, Miami -Dade County Comprehensive De lopment Master Plan, the Strategic
Regional Policy Plan for South Florida, and the State Co ' prehensive Plan.
Objective PW-1.3: The City shall coordinate with Mia i-Dade County in the preparation of the
Miami -Dade County 10-Year Water Supply Faciliti-. Work Plan to identify and develop those
water supply projects necessary to meet the City'- projected water demands for a 210-year
period.
Policy PW-1.3.1: The City's adopted Water upply acilities Work Plan Update (Work Plan),
dated September 10, 2015 adopted her ith, is incorporated as follows in Appendix PW-1 of
the MCNP. This document is designee o: assess current and projected potable water demands;
evaluate the sources and capacities •f available water supplies; and, identify those water supply
projects, using all available techngies, necessary to meet the City's water demands for a
210-year period. The City's Wor Plan shall remain consistent with projects as listed in the
South Florida Water Manage ►ent District's Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan
adopted November 8, 2018 he Work Plan shall be updated, at a minimum, every 5-years
and within 18 months aftethe South Florida Water Management District's approval of an
updated Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan. The Work Plan shall address climate
change and sea level ise that may impact the potable water infrastructure and sources. The
potable water supp facilities necessary to satisfy projected water demands for the City of
Miami during the 01/1 2033 planning period are shown in attached as Appendix A of the 10-
Year Water Su' •ly Facilities Work Plan (Appendix PW-1).
Policy PW- .3.2: The City shall be consistent with the current approved version of South Florida
Water M. agement District's Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan, adopted
Nove •er 8, 2018 and the current adopted Miami -Dade County's 10-Year Water Supply
Faci ies Work Plan adopted April 2022 and corresponding CDMP Text Amendments adopted
on anuary 19, 2023 in developing and updating its 210-Year Work Plan.
Policy PW-1.3.3: The City shall support Miami -Dade County efforts to consider areas that will -be
impacted by sea level rise when building, expanding or planning for new facilities such as water
treatment plants.
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Policy PW-1.3.4: The City shall take all necessary steps to ensure that all future development
and redevelopment shall comply with the landscape standards in Sections 18-A and 18-B o
Miami -Dade County Code and chapter 40E-21, FAC, Water Shortage Plan. (See related
Policies NR-2.1.8 and NR-2.1.9)
Objective PW-1.4: The City shall promote water conservation practices and the use
efficient appliances.
f water
Policy PW-1.4.1: The City shall develop water use and conservation goals info ed by data
reported through the Building Efficiency 305 (BE305) program.
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Solid Waste Collection Element
Goal SW-1: Ensure a clean, healthy urban environment through the proper maint
timely provision and efficient operation of an integrated solid waste disposal a
ancillary solid waste collection system.
ance,
Objective SW-1.1: The City will shall continue to provide solid waste collection rvices to City
residents and businesses in a manner that ensures public health and safety, nd a clean urban
environment.
Policy SW-1.1.1: The City w+l-kshall ensure, through its concurrency m- agement system and
contracts for disposal with Miami -Dade County, that solid waste cap- ity shall be in place to
serve new development and,Ler redevelopment no later than the is ance of a certificate of
occupancy or its functional equivalent in compliance with a level •f service standard of seven (7)
lbs. per person per day, which is equivalent to 1.28 tons per p= son per year that collectively
maintains a solid waste disposal capacity sufficient to acco odate waste flows committed to
the system for a minimum of five (5) years.
Policy SW-1.1.2: Commercial and industrial structures •r facilities and high -density residential
areas w+l-kshall continue to be served by either the y's Solid Waste Department or by private
sector providers of solid waste collection services he City will shall require Ieve's of saws- a to
be complied with by private haulers operating w in the City's boundaries to provide and
maintain adequate levels of service; and w+l-k all enforce all City regulations regarding the
disposal and collection of solid waste.
Policy SW-1.1.3: Single-family and othelow-density residential areas shall continue to be
served by either the City's Solid Wast- Department or by private sector providers of solid waste
collection services. The City shall r=•uire private haulers operating within the City's boundaries
to provide and maintain adequat- evels of service and shall enforce all City regulations
regarding the disposal and coll= tion of solid waste.
Policy SW-1.1.44: The City hall maintain solid waste collection equipment as required to serve
the public needs accordi • to the service standard adopted in Policy SW-1.1.1.
Policy SW-1.1.45: T City a shall take appropriate measures to ensure compliance with its
"Garbage and Tras' Ordinance," Chapter 22 of the Municipal Code.
Policy SW-1.1.-,.: Land development regulations shall be consistent with the provision of
solid waste c% lection services in accordance with the adopted Level of Service.
Policy S 1.1.67: In the allocation of funds for the provision of solid waste services, first priority
wi14-sh- be given to those improvements and programs that are necessary to protect the health,
safe - and the integrity of the environment, and meet federal, state and local legal and
re• latory requirements. Second priority in the allocation of funds w+l-kshall be assigned to
it provements that are necessary to meet existing deficiencies in capacity or service, or
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required to replace or repair needed equipment, while third priority w+l-kshall be assigned to
those projects that increase the extent of services.
Policy SW-1.1.78: The City shall, through enforcement of its powers to regulate solid was
collection services, require promoters of major public events to reimburse the City for
extraordinary trash and garbage collection services required as a result of such even
Objective SW-1.2: Although the City has no authority governing solid waste trans -r and
disposal, it wi-l-kshall continue to support Miami -Dade County efforts intended to -nsure that
transfer stations and disposal sites are sufficient to meet all the disposal nee• of City residents
and businesses according to the service standards adopted in Policy 1.1.1
Policy SW-1.2.1: The City's departments of Solid Waste and Planning,
Intergovernmental Coordination Policies, shall request the Miami -Da
Solid Waste Management to jointly develop methodologies and pr
estimates of system demand and capacity.
Policy SW-1.2.2: The City shall support Miami -Dade Cc3unty'- policy to implement the County's
Solid Waste Disposal and Resources Recovery Management Plan.
rough the City's
e County Department of
edures to biennially update
Policy SW-1.2.3: The City w+l-kshall continue to explor
and cogeneration activities and, subject to concurre
implementation of programs and procedures that
the volume of solid waste that is disposed of at
Policy SW-1.2.4: The City will -shall work wit
generators of hazardous waste, and to de
and disposal of hazardous waste. Its de
enforce all non -household producers
according to EPA, State, and local
development of a hazardous was
area. In coordination with Mia
objective to reduce the incid
disposal. (See Natural Res
he development of resource recovery
e by Miami -Dade County, consider the
centralize solid waste disposal and reduce
ounty landfills.
, and support, the County's efforts to identify
elop and enforce procedures for the proper collection
artments w+41-shall support the County's program to
hazardous waste in identifying waste and disposing of it
andards. The City w+l-kshall support Miami -Dade County's
temporary storage and transfer facility in a non -populated
-Dade County, the City w+l-kshall work to meet the Region's
ce of improper hazardous materials and waste handling and
urce Conservation Policy NR-1.1.8.)
Policy SW-1.2.5: The y shall, through its Intergovernmental Coordination Policies, encourage
the County to utilize "amnesty days" to encourage small volume, non-commercial producers of
hazardous waste t• safely dispose of such waste, and to develop a permanent system for
households, sm- business, and other low volume generators to safely dispose of hazardous
wastes.
Objective
conduct
perso
P
-1.3: It shall be the City's policy that solid waste collection procedures shall be
in a manner that w+4-shall reduce the quantity of litter, trash, and abandoned
I property on city streets.
cy SW-1.3.1: The City wi-l-kshall continue to actively support and implement neighborhood
can -up and beautification efforts through public awareness and information programs.
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Policy SW-1.3.2: The City shall, through enforcement of those provisions of the City Code t :t
protect and enhance the appearance of neighborhoods, ensure that streets and yards re
clean and attractive. Where the City Code falls short of the provisions necessary to acc• plish
this, revisions shall be proposed to the City Commission.
Policy SW-1.3.3: The Solid Waste Department should be encouraged to increase - reet
sweeping frequencies in order to reduce pollution to surface waters via storm-w- er runoff and
to reduce or eliminate litter in areas where significant problems may exist. (Se= Sanitary and
Storm Sewers Policy SS-2.2.2.)
Objective SW-1.4: Although the City has no authority governing solid wa- e transfer and
disposal, it will shall continue to support and cooperate with Miami -Da • - County efforts to
encourage the recycling of solid waste materials and reduce the vol e of waste set aside for
collection and disposal.
Policy SW-1.4.1: The City shall, through its publicity pros . d mechanisms, encourage the
use of recyclable packaging materials.
Policy SW-1.4.2: The City shall evaluate the developmen of reuse and/or recycling programs
for used tires, waste oils. and similar recyclable materi- and make recommendations for
applicable additions or amendments to City procedur= governing the disposal of these
materials.
Policy SW-1.4.3: The City shall, through its pub ity programs and mechanisms, encourage
residents to reduce the volume of yard,a4dtr trimmings, and food waste set aside for
disposal by promoting the use of compostin
Goal SW-2: Reduce litter in the Cityb, addressing both generation and improper
disposal of solid waste.
Obiective SW-2.1: Address primar contributors of coastal and marine debris, food packaging,
and single use plastics.
Policy SVV-2.1.1: The City s II seek to reduce the use of single use plastics at special events
held at City properties and acilities.
Policy SW-2.1.2: The ity shall work with restaurants and food retailers to investigate ways to
reduce contributions •f solid waste to the waste stream.
Objective SW-2. . Reduce food waste from entering the waste stream.
Policy SW-2. .1: The City shall promote composting and food waste reclamation to make
beneficial u:e of food waste.
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Transportation Element
This element was completely revised during the Evaluation, Appraisal and Review pr
commenced in 2015. The final adoption by City Commission was December 14, 20
Notice of Intent to find the amendments consistent with Section 163.3184 was is ed
14, 2018.
cess,
and the
on May
GOAL TR 1: MAINTAIN AN EFFECTIVE AND COST EFFICIENT CIRCU TION NETWORK
THAT PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION FOR ALL PERSONS WHILE RDUCING BOTH THE
Goal TR-1: Maintain an effective and cost efficient circulation ' etwork that provides
transportation for all persons while reducing both the depe •ency on automobiles and
overall roadway congestion.
Objective TR-1.1: Encourage sustainable growth and dev
pment that aims to improve
mobility, reduce congestion, and supports the overall gr• th strategy of the City.
Policy TR-1.1.1: As an Urban Infill Area (UIA) and/or - Transportation Concurrency Exemption
Area (TCEA) established by Miami -Dade County, aws and Regulations, and illustrated in
Appendix TR-1, Map TR-13.1, of the Data and alysis, the City wi.l-kshall encourage the
concentration and intensification of developm= t around centers of activity with the goal of
enhancing the livability of residential neighb-•rhoods, supporting economic development, and
the viability of commercial areas. Infill dev lopment on vacant parcels, adaptive reuse of
underutilized land and structures, redev • opment of substandard sites, downtown revitalization,
and development projects that promo - public transportation will shall be heavily encouraged.
(See Policy LU- 1.1.11.)
Policy TR-1.1.2: The City w+4ks -II provide and coordinate with other agencies (Florida
Department of Transportatio and the Miami -Dade Metropolitan Planning Organization and
Miami -Dade Department of ransportation and Public Works) sufficient multimodal
transportation facilities a • services to address existing level of service deficiencies and to
promote and accomm••ate the City's growth strategy by linking centers of activity with effective
transportation option-, thereby improving accessibility.
Policy TR-1.1.3: rough application of the provisions of its land development regulations, the
City w+4kshall e' courage residential development near large employment centers in order to
minimize co ' mutes within the City and investigate opportunities for mixed -use developments.
Policy
redev
ther
T'-1.1.4: The City w+4kshall implement growth strategies that encourage infill and
opment in order to take advantage of the multimodal transportation options available,
y reducing the dependency on automobiles for new developments.
olicy TR-1.1.5: The City w+4kshall encourage new development to be structured to reinforce a
pattern of neighborhoods and urban centers by focusing growth along transit corridors and
around transit nodes and centers.
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Policy TR-1.1.6: The City shall design and promote transportation facilities that are
consistent with adjacent land uses, preserve natural features, protect historic and cultural
resources, and enhance community appearance and vibrancy.
Policy TR-1.1.7: The City shall approve developments that minimize impacts to and help
retain the City's natural infrastructure and visual character derived from its unique location a
climate, including topography, landscape, and coastline.
Objective TR-1.2: Reduce •rivate vehicle tries b 15% com•ared to 2018 levels
€encourageinj the development of an efficient transportation network that minimiz
greenhouse gas emissions, vehicle miles traveled, and reduces the demand for p=rking.
b
Policy TR-1.2.1: The City shall continue to promote the development of p •lic and private
peripheral parking garages near the expressways and arteriaLentrances to •owntown.
Policy TR-1.2.2: The City shall continue to support thebunty's eff• s to increase reliance
on parking at satellite park -and -ride lots such as outlying Metrorail st ions and express bus
stops to reduce vehicle miles traveled downtown an•. ®, •mote the se of alternative travel
modes.
Policy TR-1.2.3: The City shall encourage that all roadw and transportation projects use a
context -sensitive approach to minimize impacts to neighb• hoods by conserving energy
resources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and li ing air pollution. Priority for funding
should be given to projects which support safety, red tions in greenhouse gas emissions,
reducing roadway congestion, and encourage multi odalism.
Policy TR-1.2.4: The City ItAtiThshall provide red
within the Land Development Regulations for
corridors or 1/2 mile from
illustrated in Appendix TR-1, Map TR-13
measures to accommodate this policy
ed, shared or alleviated parking requirements
evelopments located within a 1/4 mile of transit
fixed -rail stations (as
, titled Centers and Transit Corridors?. Specific
clude:
The number of parking spes required for new development and
redevelopment within a 4 mile of transit corridors or 1/2 mile from Metrorail
ctatian-s or Metromove- stations ishall be reduced while limiting the
maximum number o allowable parking spaces.
New surface par ing lots are discouraged to achieve the ultimate objective of
reduced parki►g as a primary use within a 1/4 mile of transit corridors or 1/2
mile from M trorail stations or Metromover stations.
Policy TR-1.2. . The City shall update the map on an annual basis to be scheduled by the
City of Miam •epicting the location of existing and planned future major parking facilities (200 or
more parki g spots), which shall also be available for public use through the City of Miami
website. ap TR-3 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section of this
elemeillustrates the existing parking facilities (200 or more parking spots) within the City.
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Policy TR-1.2.6: The City shall manage the downtown parking supply through enforcement
of minimum and maximum on- site parking limitations, as provided for in Section 14-182.
Policy TR-1.2.7: The City requires implementation of "Transportation Control Measures" su as
those identified in Sec. 14-184 and Sec. 14-182 of the City Code, including future update and
expansion of recommended measures. The City encourages developments to be innov-tive in
proposing Transportation Control Measures that balance the objective of reducing co-gestion
and increasing person throughput with the need to promote economic growth, to falitate local
traffic circulation, and to encourage public transportation use. (See Policy TL-1.5 .)
Policy TR-1.2.8: By the end of 2020 2025, the City shall develop a cit ivi• - transportation
master plan that prioritizes projects based on the needs to improve mobilit , reduce congestion,
promote public transit, and support economic development and shall •e updated
concurrently with future updates to the Transportation Element of the i NP. (See Policy TR-
2.1.8.)
Policy TR-1.2.9: The City shall annually monitor journey -to -work %ate to establish a baseline for
vehicle trip reduction. This data shall be analyzed by trip type assist the City in targeting
those trips for which the City has the ability to offer alternativ• s.
Objective TR-1.3: Address the impact of new developme' is or redevelopment on existing right-
of-way and transportation infrastructure prior to approve g new development or redevelopment
to ensure sustainable growth patterns.
Policy TR-1.3.1: The City shall maintain, en `• and whe e necessary revise, the minimum
right-of-way requirements established in its Ci . Code to ensure the continuity and effectiveness
of the thoroughfare network to support sust able growth and economic development.
Policy TR-1.3.2: The City shall conti e to maintain a comprehensive public rights -of -way
improvements program to identify infrastructure needs especially along major commercial
corridors and other areas within the ' ity's jurisdiction that have high levels of pedestrian activity.
Policy TR-1.3.3: The City ash. I require a Traffic Statement documenting the trip generation,
site access and maneuverabil diagram for developments and redevelopments that generate
20 or more peak hour trips •:sed on the latest version of the ITE Trip Generation Manual.
Following review of the tr- ' is statement the City reserves the right to require a more in-depth
traffic impact analysis b ed on location, project intensity, and existing traffic level of service.
Policy TR-1.3.3.1: B December 2018, the City will formalize submittal procedures in a manual
to provide guidan•- to applicants in preparing for advance reviews of methodologies to be used
in their analyse,-. (See Policy TR 2.7.3. and CI 1.2.3.f.) The City shall update the City Code to
include regul- ons and standards on the administrative process for processing traffic impact
studies.
Policy T"-1.3.3.2: The City shall require the implementation of transportation control
meas res for all new developments or redevelopment, including an implementation plan and
sch• dule to enforce provision of such measures to mitigate traffic impacts identified in the traffic
a►alysis.
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Policy TR-1.3.3.3: City of Miami Office of Transportation Management has the discretion to
request the applicant to submit Traffic Impact Studies and Traffic Study Methodologies as
necessary. The City's Office of Transportation Management may request that these studies be
sent to Miami Dade County Transportation, Miami Dade Public Works, or FDOT, or any
combination of these agencies, for review or feedback, prior to final City approval.
Objective TR-1.4: Implement neighborhood traffic management and traffic calming progr-ms to
protect and enhance the character of the city's residential neighborhoods and neighboood
commercial corridors through coordination with the Future Land Use Map, and De -lopment
410 Regulations, and adopted Neighborhood plans and recommendations.
Policy TR-1.4.1: The City shall seek cooperative inter -local agreements, I , as necessary,
with Miami -Dade County and with the FDOT to ensure that the County and tate's
transportation improvements are designed to minimize the intrusion of co muter traffic on City
residential streets, do not sever or fragment well- defined neighborhoo• : and do not result in
major disruption to pedestrian traffic. (See Policy IC-3.1.3.)
Policy TR-1.4.2: As streets undergo major repairs or renovation, ' e City shall seek to
eliminate dirt shoulders and provide curbing, gutters, sidewalks crosswalks, and bicycle
facilities to improve the physical appearance, mobility, and q :Iity of the City's neighborhoods
and districts.
Policy TR-1.4.3: The City shall continue to respond o neighborhood traffic concerns by
developing and implementing neighborhood traffic c- ing measures using standard traffic flow
modification procedures in place by Miami -Dade C%unty and FDOT to evaluate traffic calming
proposals. Neighborhood traffic calming measure may include but are not limited to traffic
circles, median modifications, mid -block raise• edians, chicanes, diagonal diverters, raised
crosswalks, curb extensions, on -street parki •, road closures, reduced lane widths, streetscape
improvements, bicycle boulevards, and in sion of bicycle facilities.
Policy TR-1.4.4: In an effort to better i• -ntify problems and select proper traffic calming
solutions in residential neighborhoo• to reduce traffic speeds and cut -through traffic, the City
shall encourage and promote ► ore citizen and stakeholder involvement to build support for
neighborhood traffic calming pl. ' s.
Objective TR-1.5: Impleme and monitor Transportation Control Measures in coordination with
other public agencies and •rivate developers to reduce the dependency on automobiles and
roadway congestion.
Policy TR-1.5.1: Th City shall support the County's efforts to increase the efficiency and
safety of the exis g thoroughfare network by improving and coordinating signal timing,
providing and p-emoting more transportation choices, and encouraging staggered work
schedules.
Policy T 1.5.2: The City shall require all new developments to implement transportation
control ' easures in an effort to promote a general reduction in vehicular traffic by increasing
auto 'ccupancy and transit ridership. These measures can include, but not be limited to, parking
m. ' agement and ridesharing programs to promote carpooling, vanpooling, car sharing and use
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of hybrid or electric vehicles, transit discount and fare subsidy programs, transit fare tax
incentive programs, car charging stations, flexible work hours, compressed work weeks,
telecommuting programs, the construction of on -site transit shelters, transit amenities, trans
stops, transit drop-off locations or pull-out bays, bicycle storage facilities, bicycle share
programs, and park -and -ride lots. (See Policy TR-1.2.7.)
Policy TR-1.5.3: The City wishall continue to utilize and coordinate with FDOT's S. th Florida
Commuter Services (SFCS) program to establish and implement transportation d= and
management strategies for all future and existing employers with more than 50 - ployees. The
City shall lead by example in developing transportation demand manage -nt strategies for
City employees. (See Policy IC-2.1.4.)
Policy TR-1.5.4: The City shall continue to encourage large employ = s such as the
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Health District/Civic -nter stakeholders, and
other local facility operators to participate in transportation manage ent initiatives and
strategies to help increase transit ridership and decrease the de :nd for surface parking in an
effort to improve accessibility, traffic circulation, and reduce par ing problems.
Policy TR-1.5.5: The City wishall require new large-scale ' evelopments defined as all projects
that exceed 200,000 total square feet and/or a minimum 199 total dwelling units to adopt and
enforce measures that wishall reduce the generation new single -occupant passenger car
trips in areas of high -density development, and enco age the use of high -occupant vehicles,
including public transit, for home -based work trips.
Policy TR-1.5.6: The City wishall, pursuant to hapter 163 of the State Statute, apply credit
against future transportation concurrency reirements for property owners based on the
property owner's contribution of right -of- w- that expands a state transportation facility as set
forth in a legally binding agreement with e City.
Objective TR-1.6: All arterial and coltctor roadways within the City's boundaries wia-kshall
operate at the acceptable levels of ervice (LOS) established by the agency responsible for
mai ntenance.
Policy TR-1.6.1: Within its ju sdiction, the City has adopted FDOT's minimum vehicle -trip LOS
targets for State of Florida strategic Intermodal System (SIS) roadways and non-SIS roadways
to plan, design and oper e at an acceptable (Level of &Service for the traveling public during
peak travel hours of " in urbanized areas. The City of Miami recognizes that a number of
facilities are experie►cing a level of service below this target and the following activities area
planned to address substandard performance:
Policy TR-1.6. .1: The City will shall conduct a citywide visioning process to identify specific
multimodal rategies and projects in collaboration with its partner agencies to identify remedial
implemen tion plans for Complete Streets and Transportation System Management &
Operati• s projects and solutions with an eye toward emerging technologies and
com 4 ncations.
P• icy TR-1.6.1.2: Prepare a multimodal transportation master plan to identify timing and cost
ssociated with priority solutions vetted during the visioning process.
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Policy TR-1.6.1.3: Provide significant input to the next long-range transportation plan cycle to
2045 for projects and funding implications/strategies to ensure successful and timely
implementation of priority projects.
Policy TR-1.6.1.4: The City of Miami encourages development projects located in transi
oriented development areas to create a transportation demand management plan to r-duce
overall peak -hour demand and use of single occupant vehicles to include TDM stra gies,
consistent with policy TC-1 F of the Miami -Dade County.
Policy TR-1.6.2: The City shall continue to monitor these vehicle -trip LOS -s illustrated in
Map TR-8 of Appendix TR-1) and recommend transportation control measu -s, signal
improvements and management strategies for all roadways (SIS and non IS) within the City.
Policy TR-1.6.3: The City shall retain the ILevel of sService target
outlined in FDOT Planning Topic No. 525-000-006a for SIS facilitie
during peak travel hours for automobiles. Quality/level of service f
SIS facilities (e.g. bus, pedestrian, bicycle) shall be determi
r urbanized areas as
o be a level of service "D"
r other highway modes on
en a case by case basis.
IS facilities. The
vehicle
-
trip TR-1.6.4: Person Trip LOS methodology is not appli ble:LOS measures shall be applied to all evaluations . SIS facilities and any other facilities
of state importance.
Objective TR-1.7: Utilize the person -trip me
developments and redevelopment's impact on th
hen evaluating new downtown
I roadway level of service.
Policy TR-1.7.1: The City's updated Person-T p LOS shall be implemented for non-SIS
local roadways in Centers (as depicted on -p TR-13.2 within Appendix TR-1, the Data
Inventory and Analysis section). Within these non-SIS roadways, the Person -Trip LOS
methodology will shall only be applied t• those non-SIS Centers and Transit Corridors within the
Downtown Development of Regional pact Increment III (DDRI III) and the Southeast
Overtown Park West DRI Incremen II (SEOPW DRI III). Non-SIS Centers and Transit
Corridors feature frequent transit service defined as transit routes with cumulative transit
headways of 10 minutes or les , and access to bicycle facilities.
Policy TR-1.7.2: The City shall utilize a tiered LOS analysis when reviewing traffic impacts
for new developments w reby the Person -Trip LOS methodology shall only be applied
within areas identified - - a Center while the traditional automobile LOS methodology shall
be applied to all other areas within the City. Both methodologies are then expressed as a ratio
corresponding to le er grades LOS A through LOS F based on the volume -to -capacity ratio in
the same manne as used by the traditional LOS methodology. Both the Person -Trip LOS and
traditional auto► obile LOS may, at the discretion of the City, require the analysis of traffic
impacts duri • periods traditionally defined as non -peak. (See CI-1.2.3.f.)
Policy T 1.7.3: When calculating person -trip volumes for the existing conditions, projected
conditi • s without the development, and projected conditions with the development, the Person -
Trip •S shall use roadway average annual daily traffic (AADT), an assumed automobile
oc pancy rate of people per automobile (as defined in the appropriate Development of
gional Impact Increment for that project area), a possible combined trip reduction rate that
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reflects pedestrian and bicycle mode split (based on recent U.S. Census American Community
Survey data or locally -specific travel surveys), and existing transit ridership. When calculating
the person trip capacities, the Person Trip LOS shall use existing roadway capacity adjusted by
an occupancy rate and existing transit capacity data. (See Appendix TR-1 for Data Inventory
and Analysis.)
Policy TR-1.7.4: Issuance of development orders for new development or significant expansion
of existing development shall be contingent upon development of an approved mitoation
plan for areas at LOS E (100 percent of capacity) standard or beyond within centers transit
corridors, and all other areas. (See CI-1.2.3.f.)
Policy TR-1.7.5: The City shall continue to monitor, and shall update
through a new transportation master plan, the Person -Trip Methodology an
transit corridors (as illustrated in Map TR-13.2 within Appendix TR-1, the
Analysis section). This update shall include adjustment for modal s
or changes to existing transit services and bicycle facilities to better i
and evaluate the multimodal transit corridors, facilities and termin
December 2018
designation of
ata Inventory and
its and improvements
entify, describe, measure,
Policy TR-1.7.6: Person Trip Methodology is not applicable for IS facilities. Instead, the
traditional automobile level of service methodology that me- ures vehicle trips will shall be used
to evaluate SIS facilities and other facilities of state impor ance.
Future updates shall also consider changes in exi- ing and future land use, population
density, economic activity, housing, business type . d quality, and neighborhood plans. As a
component of this effort, the City will shall assess ow the Person -Trip Methodology could be
enhanced to identify projected transit needs a programming on a route -by -route basis in
coordination with the MPO and Miami -Dade 'ounty.
GOAL TR 2: PROVIDE A BALANCED, ' CCESSIBLE, SAFE, AND SUSTAINABLE MULTI
Goal TR-2: Provide a balance
transportation system linki • highways, transit, qreenways, bikeways, and sidewalks
into a seamless network.
Objective TR-2.1: Inte
existing and future d
Policy TR-2.1.1
Transportation
eElement. S
densities,
infill, an
, accessible, safe, and sustainable multi -modal
to the existing and planned multi -modal transportation system with
elopments.
e City shall regularly coordinate information provided in the
lement with the goals, objectives and policies of the Future Land Use
e Policy LU 1.1.11, including coordination with the land use maps, population
ousing, employment patterns, projected development and redevelopment, urban
other similar characteristics of land use that have an impact on transportation.
Poll ► TR-2.1.2: The City shall assist Miami -Dade County in developing the premium transit
projects identified in the MPO's Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) within the City limits.
he City will shall utilize land development regulations and other incentives to help direct
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development where it shall best support existing and planned transit services. (See Po
IC-2.1.5.)
Policy TR-2.1.3: The City shall encourage increased density of development with walking
distance of transit corridors and Metrorail stations (as referenced in Policy LU-1.1.1 5 and HO-
1 1.9).
Policy TR-2.1 .4: The City will ensure a strong interface between (re)develop nts and the
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uses and activitic
transfers, attr
r
transit line.
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•
transit station, sm
arterial and collector ctree cervcd by public transit now nonresidential b iildings and
and/or transit stop
s it is to the primary parking lot.
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provide for b
ildings that front the transit
more th- 700 feet apart.
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ee
residential and non recidentia cp... bd4 4 .ia1 and replats will
AM AM AM
•
e proximity to transit stops.
F. Redevelopment of property within one-half mile of existing and planned transit
walking distances and is comfortable and attractive to pedestrians.
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G. Land uses that are not conducive to public transit ridership such as car dealerships,
or expand within one quarter mile of a rapid transit station.
ng residential neighborhoods are to be protected and preserved.
I. Encourage incorporation of transit stations within private development • integratc
access to alternative modes with direct access and synergies within nt, mixed use
developments. This includes the co location of transit stations and p •lic common areas
of private developments. (See Policy LU 1.1.19.)[Reservedj
Policy TR-2.1.5: The City w+l-kshall encourage the utilization of Road/
arterials/collectors, transit projects and bicycle facilities within the Ci
projects in the LRTP. (See Policy TR- 2.2.5.)
Policy TR-2.1.6: The City w+l-kshall respect the character of exi : ing neighborhoods when
establishing design guidelines for connectivity and transit inf'-structure that are incorporated
into future development/redevelopment programs.
bility Impact Fees on
and w+l--shall include said
Policy TR-2.1.7: The City w+l-kshall encourage Miami -
de Transit to prioritize its transit facility
and service improvements along identified transit co idors and adjacent to Metrorail stations.
Policy TR-2.1.8: The Transportation Element
years and w+l-kshall utilize a long range planni
achieve the maximum consistency with the
Objective TR-2.2: Promote and encoura
hall be updated, at a minimum, every five
horizon of a minimum of 20 years in order to
O's LRTP.
a balanced multimodal transportation system that
provides a variety of connected transp%rtation options to improve mobility and accessibility for
residents and visitors of all ages.
Policy TR-2.2. The City w+l-kshcontinue to foster the development of bicycle and pedestrian
friendly neighborhoods and co- mercial centers that enhance the environment, improve public
health, and overall quality of fe.
Policy TR-2.2.2: The Cit will shall use its land development regulations to designate space in
the public right-of-way o accommodate alternative travel modes, including transit, pedestrians,
bicycles, and share • ransportation options consistent with the Miami -Dade County Complete
Streets Manual.
Policy TR-2.2. -. The City w+l-kshall continue to support the trolley system (as illustrated in Map
TR-5.2 withi Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section) that provides feeder
services a first-mile/last-mile connections to regional, premium transit options such as
Metrorai , Metromover, and Tri-Rail.
Poli TR-2.2.4: The City w+l-kshall seek to improve mobility by funding the cost of studies,
pls, programs, and physical improvements identified in its Capital Improvement plans utilizing
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funds provided through the People's Transportation Plan, the Transportation Trust Fund,
other funds collected with the sole purpose of improving the transportation network.
Policy TR-2.2.5: By December 2020, Through a new transportation masterplan, th- ity 4-14
shall seek to study and determine the feasibility of establishing a mobility impact -e that would
be collected to fund or supplement the cost of transportation system improvem= is including
potential investments in the expansion of the Miami Trolley, complete streets provements,
enhanced bicycle and pedestrian facilities, water taxi services, Light Rail/S -etcar plans, and
other transportation improvements identified in future plans. (See Policy 2.1.5.)
Policy TR-2.2.6: The City shall encourage Miami -Dade County to support cooperation with
private transportation network providers in the enhanced delivery of •ublic transportation
services.
Policy TR-2.2.7: The City shall support Miami -Dade Coun . s plans for the provision of water
taxi services along Biscayne Bay and the Miami River at a r nimum.
Policy TR-2.2.8: The City shall regularly monitor tra .portation trends on an annual basis
using indicators such as transit ridership, jobs/housin• •alance, mode split, and motor vehicle
registrations.
t.,
Policy TR-2.2.9: The City shall consider the i r come, age, ability, and vehicle ownership
patterns of populations throughout the city wh= developing transportation systems and facilities
improvements so that all residents, especiall, those most in need, have access to a wide range
of affordable travel options.
Policy TR-2.2.10: The City w+l-kshall co inue to seek funding opportunities to implement the
planned Light Rail that connects dowtown to Midtown and support the regional effort for
connections to the City of Miami B=.ch. The alignment for this Beach Connection service is
illustrated in Map TR-23 within A• •endix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section.
Policy TR-2.2.11: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County to implement resiliency
policies to mitigate and pro -ct vulnerable roadways and critical evacuation routes (illustrated in
Maps TR-15 and TR-11 thin Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Analysis section
respectively) within the ' ity. (See Policy IC-2.1.6.)
Policy TR-2.2.12: T►e City will shall encourage the coordination of the intermodal surface and
water transportati' n access service to the Port of Miami River Working Waterfront. (See Policy
PA-3.2.1 and P• icy IC-2.1.30)
Objective T'-2.3: Continue to support, promote, and implement Complete Streets
improvem- nts along City roadways consistent with adjacent land use and context.
Policy
acc
fo
R-2.3.1: The City shall encourage a balanced streetscape design program that
modates all roadway users and pays special attention to non -vehicular modes by
sing on landscaping treatments, pedestrian -scaled lighting, and the construction of
dewalks and bicycle paths along city streets. These improvements will shall be coordinated
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with major repairs, roadway resurfacing, and other renovations when possible. (See Policy TR-
2.1.4)
Policy TR-2.3.2: The City shall prioritize the implementation of Complete Streets
improvements for roadways that lead to transit nodes, are within transit corridors, or connec to
bicycle/pedestrian paths (i.e. Miami River Greenway, Baywalk, Underline, Overtown Greenway)
to improve roadway safety, reduce conflicts among transportation modes, and to better ' onnect
surrounding developments and neighborhoods. These improvements shall be im • mented
with all appropriate phases of roadway projects and shall include enhanced tra -it
infrastructure and amenities, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, landscaping, street aping, and
traffic calming.
Policy TR-2.3.3: The City shall prioritize bicycle facilities that are protec -d as a means of
providing safe bicycle facilities for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
Objective TR-2.4: The City shall seek opportunities to improve acess to transit and improve
regional mobility by coordinating with other local transportation age' cies, plans, and initiatives.
Policy TR-2.4.1: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade ounty's SMART Plan, which
specifically aims to provide premium transit service along ro- ways in the City including
Biscayne Boulevard and West Flagler Street. (See Policy I ' -2.1 7)
Policy TR-2.4.2: To improve regional mobility, the City shall regularly coordinate with, but
not limited to, Miami -Dade County, FDOT, MPOTPO, outh Florida Regional Transportation
Authority (SFRTA), the Port of Miami, the Miami R er Commission, the Miami International
Airport and other public agencies to ensure that ture improvements to the transportation
network within the City from these agencies ar- consistent with the goals, objectives, and
policies of the City of Miami's MCNP. (See Policy IC-2.1.8)
Policy TR-2.4.3: The City shall impr• e transportation connections to urban centers from all
neighborhoods, particularly by providi • a variety of affordable travel options (pedestrian,
transit, and bicycle facilities) and by •eing attentive to the needs of vulnerable and historically
marginalized populations.
Policy TR-2.4.4: The City all improve connections to transit by prioritizing sidewalk and
bicycle infrastructure invest ents adjacent to transit routes, bus stops, and transit stations that
also improve safety and c%mfort for transit users. These infrastructure investments should
include, but are not limi d to, bike racks, exclusive protected bike lanes, street furnishings,
street trees, enhance • crosswalks, pedestrian- scaled lighting, and wayfinding signage.
Policy TR-2.4.5: T e City shall continue to coordinate with SFRTA, FDOT, Miami -Dade
County, and of -r local agencies to support and develop plans to implement the FEC Coastal
Link Commut-r Rail. (See Policy IC-2.1.9)
Policy T .4.6: The City shall coordinate its transportation planning activities with the
annual -pdate to the MPO'sTPO's Five -Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and
their TP update. (See Policy IC-2.1.10)
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Policy TR-2.4.7: The City w+l-kshall require all (re)development in existing and planned transit
corridors to be well designed and conducive to pedestrian and transit use. In recognition that
many transit riders begin and end their trips as pedestrians, pedestrian accommodations
shall be made that include, as appropriate, continuous sidewalks to the transit station, s :II
blocks and closely intersecting streets, buildings that front the street or other pedestria paths,
parking lots predominantly to the rear and sides of buildings, primary building entran s as
close to the street or transit stop as to the parking lot, shade trees, awnings and of -r weather
protection for pedestrians.
Policy TR-2.4.8: The City shall continue to coordinate with Miami -Dade C' unty to promote
public transit and shared transportation services by educating and informin ; the public of these
services via app-based technologies, informative websites, and other mens of communication
to increase transit ridership. (See Policy IC-2.11)
Policy TR-2.4.9: The City shall publish an annual list compiling e programmed transit -
related improvements from MDT's Transit Development Plan (TD) and the MPO's LRTP and
TIP that are within the City and wil-kshall include this informatio on the City's website.
Policy TR-2.4.10: The City shall regularly coordinate wi other agencies to market and
promote the use of multimodal transportation options usi i social media, educational
opportunities, and any other form of public outreach. (S- e Policy IC-2.1.12)
Objective TR-2.5: Develop and expand the public tr nsit system within the City as part of its
multi -modal transportation network to improve the -fficiency, reliability, and overall level of
service for public transit.
Policy TR-2.5.1: The City shall continue o coordinate with Miami -Dade County to improve
the east -west transit services within the C to alleviate traffic congestion. (See Policy IC-
2.1.13)
Policy TR-2.5.2: The City I -shall s pport provisions for transit passenger amenities that
enhance convenience such as re- - time bus arrival information, shelters, clear route signage,
adequate pedestrian -scaled lig ng, and pre- boarding fare payment systems. These
improvements shall be pri• itized within transit corridors and near Metrorail stations.
Policy TR-2.5.3: The City shall require that transit facilities, such as turn -out bays, transit
priority signals, high-oc 4 pancy vehicle lanes, bus -only lanes, and transit shelter locations, be
included in roadway d• sign proposals, as appropriate, especially for proposals within transit
corridors or in close o proximity to transit stations.
Policy TR-2.5.4: he City shall continue to coordinate with Miami -Dade County to address
the transit nee•s consistent with transit planning guidelines while considering population growth
trends withi he City and the metropolitan area. (See Policy IC-2.1.14)
Policy T:-2.5.5: The City w+1kshall coordinate annually with Miami -Dade County on improving
the elf iency of its public bus transit system, including new service and the expansion of
neig' •orhood-based local circulator services to promote alternative travel modes within the
T A. (See Policy IC-2.1.27)
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Objective TR-2.6: Design, promote, and maintain an efficient and interconnected roadway
system that accommodates pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users as part of its multi -modal
transportation network.
Policy TR-2.6.1: The City shall encourage Miami -Dade County and FDOT to include
improved connections between all modes of transportation, with emphasis on connections to
non -motorized modes, as they are implementing transportation enhancements withi City
boundaries.
Policy TR-2.6.2: The City, in coordination with FDOT, Miami -Dade County and e MPO, wffl
shall continue to develop and encourage more bicycle paths, protected bicy e lanes, bicycle
boulevards, cycle tracks, and sharrows throughout the City to expand the . cycle network and
connect any gaps while promoting alternative travel modes. The City hall also promote the
implementation of enhanced bicycle amenities such as bicycle racks, Ik•ckers and bicycle
wayfinding signage that helps to encourage more bicycle use. Map '-6 (within Appendix TR-1)
illustrates the existing bicycle facilities in the City. (See Policy IC- .15)
Policy TR-2.6.3: The City shall in coordination with Miami -
prioritize, and implement sidewalk and bicycle infrastructure
transit routes/corridors and transit stations in order to impr
other non -motorized modes of transportation while pro
modes. (See Policy IC-2.1.16)
Objective TR-2.7:
mixed use neighborhood€ that help to increase nsit ridership, reduce automobile trips, and
provide increased mobility for all people.[Res- edl
ade Transit and FDOT develop,
provements that are adjacent to
ve connectivity between transit and
ting the use of alternative travel
Policy TR-2.7.1: The City ashall preclu• • land uses within 1/2 mile of a transit corridors,
Metrorail stations, and Metromover stati• s that are not conducive to public transit ridership
such as car dealerships, car -oriented od establishments, and container yards. Conversely, the
City shall support the expanded '•evelopment and design of a transit system that helps
shape the desired land use patter
Policy TR-2.7.2: The City w all regularly coordinate with Miami -Dade County to improve the
efficiency of its public transi ystem by supporting transit -oriented development policies and
promoting the use of alter►-tive travel modes within the City. (See Policy IC-2.1.17)
Policy TR-2.7.3: The y shall conduct appropriate land use and zoning analysis of the
areas surrounding e .ch transit station area and transit corridor in order to determine whether
appropriate land :e and zoning changes should be implemented that foster transit -oriented
development (a defined by Section 163.3164 F.S.) while protecting the adjacent
neighborhood- from incompatible development. Such land use and zoning changes shall
include mini- um and maximum density and intensity standards at the time of implementation.
The City shall consider the height, density, intensity, use and scale of new developments
when d= ermining the compatibility with existing neighborhoods. (See Policy TR-1.3.3)
Poll
a
TR-2.7.4: The City shall require site and building design for new developments within
alf mile of a Metrorail station or transit corridor to be coordinated with public transit, bicycle,
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and pedestrian systems. Requirements may include, but not be limited to, pedestrian crossings,
access to transit stations, access to transit vehicles, transit vehicle access to buildings, transfer
centers, shelters, sidewalks, dedicated bicycle lanes and shared -use paths, bicycle racks, an
wayfinding signage.
Policy TR-2.7.5: Through its Land Development Regulations land development re•ulati• s, the
City shall continue to control the mix, type, density and design of activity centers . d growth
corridors that promote and facilitate walking, bicycling and the use of public transp• ation.
Policy TR-2.7.6: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County to promote th- transit -oriented
development (TOD) policies found in the Miami -Dade County's Comprehensi e Development
Master Plan (CDMP) to support the TCEA as defined in Section 163.3164 6) F.S, as well as
illustrated in Appendix TR-1, Map 13.2, titled Centers and Transit Corrid• s. (See Policy IC-
2.1.28)
Objective TR-2.8: Enhance safety and minimize conflicts between -- 1 modes of transportation
through engineering, education, and enforcement best practices.
Policy TR-2.8.1: The City shall promote the multimodal transportation initiatives and
recommendations from the adopted Miami Downtown Tra .portation Master Plan that aim to
rebalance downtown roadways toward transit, pedestria , and cyclists as well as enhancing
safety and walkability through the implementation of a pedestrian Priority Zone including design
elements such as the following:
• Clear, unobstructed pedestrian paths on
• Perpendicular curb ramps at all inters
• Automatic countdown timers with m
• Appropriate lane widths for drivin
• Sidewalk bulbouts where feasib
15 feet
• Mid -block lighting
• Shade tree canopy on all
canopies, overhangs, o
• Travel speeds and t
• Seating areas at tr
II sidewalks
tions Crosswalks at all intersections
e crossing time at all traffic controlled intersections
anes, turning lanes, and sharrow lanes
at all street intersections with curb radii not exceeding
idewalks that consider width of passage, adjacent building
other architectural devices that provide shade
ing movement design as appropriate to intersection
sit stops
Policy TR-2.8.2: Thro •h coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT, the City shall
continue to support e monitoring of "high crash" locations on city streets and identify design
improvements thmay alleviate hazardous conditions, especially to pedestrians and bicyclists.
The City will shutilize safety as an evaluation criterion when improvements are prioritized and
incorporated to the City's Capital Improvement Element.
Policy T .8.3: The City shall continue to provide a properly designed and safe system for
pedestr . n access by adhering to design standards and procedures which comply with the
Amer ans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Policy TR-2.8.4: The City shall continue to provide a properly designed and safe system for
controlling vehicular accessibility to major thoroughfares by adhering to the adopted design
standards and procedures applicable to the agency with jurisdiction over the roadway facilit
which at a minimum address:
• Adequate storage and turning bays;
• Spacing and design of median openings and curb cuts;
• Provision of service roads along major thoroughfares, where applicable;
• Driveway access and spacing; and
• Traffic operations, including the provision of turning bays and bus bay for bus transit.
Policy TR-2.8.5: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City will ncure that blocks arc
easily walkable to maximize pedestrian and bicycle access to the transi station areas and
beyond. f Reservedl
Policy TR-2.8.6: To improve pedestrian mobility, for all new/(re)de-elopment, provide pedestrian
acccss for building frontagcs in accordancc with Land Develop ent Regulations. [Reserved]
Policy TR-2.8.7: Through its Land Development Regulations, the City will, where appropriate,
designate primary and secondary streets so that most buiI•ings are oriented to primary street
to create superior pedestrian environments while cervic= functions such as parking and loading
can be accommodated along secondary streets.fRes edl
Policy TR-2.8.8: By December 202QThrough a ne transportation masterplan, the City shall
develop a modal hierarchy for all street classific ions within the City that prioritizes the use by
pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and mot• ists. This modal hierarchy shall be used to
determine the types of Complete Streets ac •mmodations that shall be provided within each
street classification.
Objective TR-2.9: Provide a safe and = ectiveSikew ay/sidewalk/greenway network that
advances healthy lifestyles, improve : quality of life, better links origins and destinations, and
provides alternative mode choices o automobile trips.
Policy TR-2.9.1: The City s all continue to support the implementation of the Underline, the
Ludlam Trail, and other `gre corridors', which aim to improve the local bicycle network with
enhanced amenities that e courage a more active, healthy lifestyle and the use of alternative
modes of transportation.
Policy TR-2.9.2: The ' ity shall continue to support the implementation of the Riverwalk and
Baywalk initiatives hose goal is to improve access to Biscayne Bay and the Miami River, by
coordinating wit he development community to obtain easements along the Miami River and
Biscayne Bay • connect any gaps in the Riverwalk and Baywalk alignments.
Policy TR- .9.3: The City shall work with the MPO to develop a comprehensive active
transport-, ion plan for Miami that integrates bicycle, pedestrian, and greenway components by
condu ng a network gap analysis and developing a list of prioritized projects based on
obje ve criteria. These criteria should include road classification; proximity to transit stops and
par -and-ride lots; proximity to schools, parks, or other public facilities; proximity to activity
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centers and transit corridors; consideration of high -crash locations; potential to connect gaps in
existing sidewalk, greenway, and other non -motorized transportation network. (See Policy IC-
2.1.18)
Policy TR-2.9.4: The City shall require that sidewalks and other essential non-motoriz
amenities and facilities be included in development plans prior to receiving approval fro ► the
City.
Policy TR-2.9.5: The City shall prioritize enhancements of pedestrian and bicye circulation,
access, and safety in the downtown, near activity centers, along transit corridor , near schools,
libraries, and parks.
Policy TR-2.9.6: The City shall require that pedestrian mobility be incl ed in Maintenance -
of -Traffic (MOT) reviews.
Policy TR-2.9.7: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade Co ' ty and FDOT to design the
City's thoroughfares strategically to disperse and reduce the leng of automobile trips and to
encourage walking and bicycling. (See Policy IC-2.1.19)
Policy TR-2.9.8: The City shall encourage the provision •f bicycle support facilities, such as
secured bicycle racks, personal lockers and showers for w and existing office developments
and employment centers to encourage bicycling as an - ernative mode for work commutes.
Policy TR-2.9.9: The City shall include the expa- sion and continuity of the bicycle network in
capital projects city-wide with a focused emphasi on areas within transit corridors in an effort to
reduce the reliance on automobiles and encour-ge the use of alternative modes of
transportation.
Policy TR-2.9.10: The City shall remo-e barriers that prevent the connection of existing
bicycle and pedestrian facilities, which clude but are not limited to railroad corridors,
inadequate roadway conditions, phy al obstructions and unsafe conditions to crossing the
Miami River, and other physical an psychological barriers. The City shall work to connect
the gaps in the existing bicycle a'd pedestrian facilities as illustrated in Maps TR-6 and TR-7,
within Appendix TR-1.
Policy TR-2.9.11: The City shall, in coordination with the MPOTPO, FDOT, and Miami -Dade
County, update the Bicy e Master Plan every five years to ensure consistency with the LRTP.
(See Policy IC-2.1.20)
Policy TR-2.9.12: e City shall work to improve its status as a bicycle -friendly city as
defined by the L= ague of American Bicyclists.
Objective T 2.10: Integrate innovative technologies to improve the transportation network.
Policy T'-2.10.1: Through the use and integration of cell phone and app-based technologies
and in oordination with other public and private agencies, the City wiThshall seek to provide
real- me travel information to roadway users regarding City services such as parking
av-!lability, trolley arrival information, traffic congestion updates, and other transportation related
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information. The City shall aim to build on the individual efforts of universities, the
commercial shared -ride sector, commercial data aggregators to generate improved real- time
information for public consumption.
Policy TR-2.10.2: The City shall, in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
leverage technology to provide user- friendly trip planning services that include all trans
modes. (See Policy IC-2.1.21)
rtation
Policy TR-2.10.3: The City shall in coordination with Miami -Dade County and ' DOT,
promote and share all existing transportation -related data, sources, and tools to e public in an
effort to create an open and user- friendly data repository that could be used f%r analysis and
future private or public technology development that aims to improve the err iency of the
transportation network. (See Policy IC-2.1.22)
Policy TR-2.10.4: The City shall encourage the use and proliferati
City fleet vehicles and personal automobile, and shall promote
stations in parking garages, park and ride lots, surface parking Io :,
parking locations.
of electric vehicles for
ectric vehicle recharge
and strategic on -street
Policy TR-2.10.5: The City shall seek opportunities to f her the implementation of
automated and connected vehicle communications techn% ogy for City fleet vehicles and
personal automobiles to address congestion and safet issues.
Policy TR-2.10.6: In coordination with Miami -Dade ' ounty, FDOT, and other public agencies,
the City will shall facilitate the development and ' aintenance of real-time traffic and traveler
data that helps monitor the overall transportati• system and evaluate its performance. This
information should be made available to the blic and should be delivered to users in a familiar
way that promotes data sharing, thus ben ting the wider community. (See Policy IC-2.1.23)
Objective TR-2.11: Regularly update necessary data to improve the transportation network's
mobility, safety, and accessibility.
Policy TR-2.11.1: The City s -II, in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
regularly collect necessary da - for better estimating vehicle occupancy rates and means of
travel pursuant to updating t►e person -trip methodology as required. (See Policy IC-2.1.24)
Policy TR-2.11.2: The C will shall, in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
periodically collect bic le and pedestrian count data throughout the City to better understand
and analyze the use nd demand of the non -motorized transportation network and to develop
and implement imr, ovement projects based on needs. (See Policy IC-2.1.25)
Policy TR-2.1 .3: The City shall, in coordination with Miami -Dade County and FDOT,
identify any ansit service adjustments and improvements to the bicycle network as to maintain
an update• understanding of the existing transit corridors for the interpretation and
implem= tation of the person -trip LOS methodology. (See Policy IC- 2.1.26)
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Ports, Aviation and Related Facilities Element
Goal PA-1 Port of Miami: Ensure that the development and expansion of Miami-D=de
County's Port of Miami is compatible with and furthers the physical developm t of
Miami's greater downtown area while mitigating negative impacts to neighbo oods, yet
protecting the Port's economic function, operation, and potential improve I -nts.
Objective PA-1.1: The City of Miami, through its land development regulatio -, shall coordinate
land use in areas of the city adjacent to the Port of Miami with the transpor tion related activity
which occurs within the port to ensure compatibility and complementary . nd uses and activities
while mitigating negative impacts to neighborhoods, yet protecting the "ort's economic function,
operation, and potential improvements.
Policy PA-1.1.1: The City of Miami shall, through its land develo• ent regulations, encourage
facility improvement which will further both the land developm= t, coastal management and
conservation goals and objectives of the City of Miami and t - port development goals of Miami -
Dade County and the Port of Miami.
Policy PA-1.1.2: The City shall, through its land devel• ament regulations, encourage the
availability of an adequate amount of commercial a • industrial land to complement planned
expansions of port activity, and w+l-kshall establish : "free trade zone" within adequate proximity
to the Port of Miami.
Policy PA-1.1.3: All surface transportation i •rovements providing access to the Port must be
compatible with the needs, goals and objeIves of the City of Miami as related to the
development of the greater downtown a a, and such improvements will shall be financed with
an appropriate share of County, state =nd federal funds.
Policy PA-1.1.4: The Port shall pr=•are guidelines that will serve as design criteria for the
construction, renovation and la escaping of its facilities and such guidelines must comply with
all City of Miami Code require ► ents.
Policy PA-1.1.5: The City - all, through its land development regulations, cooperate with Miami -
Dade County and its Po of Miami operation to mitigate adverse structural and non-structural
impacts from the Port •f Miami upon adjacent natural resources and land uses.
Policy PA-1.1.6: T' e City shall, through its land development regulations, cooperate with Miami -
Dade County a : its Port of Miami operation to protect and conserve natural resources.
Goal PA-2
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physic
iami International Airport: Ensure that the development and expansion of
e County's Miami International Airport is compatible with and furthers the
development of the City of Miami.
Obj tive PA-2.1: The City of Miami, through its land development regulations, shall coordinate
la use in areas of the city adjacent to Miami International Airport with the transportation
fated activity which occurs within that facility to ensure compatible and complimentary land
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uses and activities. Through such land development regulations, the City will shall mitigate
negative impacts to neighborhoods that might result from airport activities, while protecting the
airport's economic function, operation, and potential improvements.
Policy PA-2.1.1: The City of Miami shall, through its land development regulations, encour-•e
facility improvement which will further both the land development, coastal management - d
conservation goals and objectives of the City of Miami and the development goals of ami-
Dade County and Miami International Airport.
Policy PA-2.1.2: All surface transportation improvements providing access to Mi-mi
International Airport and impacting upon transportation within the City of Mia must be
compatible with the needs, goals and objectives of the City and such impro -ments will shall be
financed with the appropriate share of County, state and federal funds.
Policy PA-2.1.3: The City shall, through its land development regulat •ns, ensure that zoning
within the city protects existing aviation flight paths.
Port of Miami River Sub-Elemen
Goal PA-3 Port of Miami River Sub -Element: The P• rt of Miami River' shall be
encouraged to continue operation as a valued a ' d economically viable component of the
City's maritime industrial base.
Objective PA-3.1: (PLANNING AND ZONIN . The City shall protect the Port of Miami River
from encroachment by non water-dependeor non water -related land uses, and shall regulate
the Port of Miami River's expansion and development in coordination with applicable future
land use and coastal management go- s, objectives, policies (See Policy LU-1.3.3 and Goal
CM-3).
Policy PA-3.1.1: The City shall ' aintain a Working Waterfront Table of Properties to guide
future development within th- iami River Corridor. The Table shall clearly depict the location
and description of all prope les of recreational and commercial working waterfront uses on the
River, as defined in Ch. A 2.07 F.S. (hereinafter referenced as the "Working Waterfront"). The
Table shall classify wo ing waterfront properties into Categories "A" and "B". The Table shall be
incorporated as sup►•rtin. data and analysis within Appendix PA-1.
1 The "Port •f Miami River" is a shallow draft riverine port consisting of independent, privately -
owned sr all shipping companies, fisheries, vessel repair facilities marinas and other
Recre- ional and Commercial Working Waterfront uses, as defined in Ch. 342.07, F.S., located
along, the banks of the Miami River and its tributaries and canals where Working Waterfront
u -s are located. The Port of Miami River is not a deepwater port as defined in Ch. 403.021(9),
.S. The Port of Miami River extends from the salinity dam in unincorporated Miami -Dade
County to Biscayne Bay in the City of Miami, as identified in Appendix PA- 1.
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Policy PA-3.1.2
Category A
The City may adopt a comprehensive plan future land use map (FLUM) amendmen or
properties designated "Industrial" on the FLUM, along the Miami River only if the • oposed
amendment complies with this sub -element. The future land use designation for .ny of the
properties identified "Industrial" therein may be amended only through the - - -- - expedited
state review comprehensive plan amendment process. Applications for suc amendments shall
demonstrate that either of the following conditions exists:
1. The Development — redevelopment as industrial is not eco •mically feasible
based on a market and site analysis using a professionally - ceptable
methodology that has been peer reviewed b a reviewer '•lected b the Plannin
Department; or
2. The Proposal includes an equivalent transfer or e pansion of industrially
designated property offsite to another locatio on e Miami River within the City
of Miami.
Policy PA-3.1.3
Category B
All Category "B" properties shall maintain a orkin -terfro se. Additionally, the City shall
require that any residential development ith a density greater than duplex residential or any
mixed use development include Worki • Waterfront use component per Ch. 342.07, F.S. or
other amenities that is accessible to e public which promotes the enjoyment of the Miami
River unless prohibited by the Mia ' i-Dade Department of Environmental Resource
Management (DERM).
Policy PA-3.1.4: The City sh- encourage the establishment and maintenance of Working
Waterfront uses along the anks of the Miami River, and to discourage encroachment by
incompatible uses.
Policy PA-3.1.5: The ity shall encourage the development and expansion of the Port of Miami
River Working Wa -rfront consistent with the future land use, coastal management and
conservation ele ents of the City's comprehensive plan.
Policy PA-3. .6: The City shall encourage only those developments, rezoning, and land use
amendme► s in the vicinity of the Working Waterfront lands designated "Industrial" on the
adopted uture land use map that are compatible and suitable with the existing "Industrial" use
of pro • rty.
P. cy PA-3.1.7: The City shall, through its land development regulations, adopt and enforce
ppropriate setbacks and buffering requirements for Non -Working Waterfront properties along
the Miami River in order to protect the existing Working Waterfront use from encroachment of
incompatible and unsuitable uses.
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Policy PA-3.1.8: There shall be no net loss of recreational wet -slips along the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.1.9: The City shall require from new residential development and redevelop -nt
located along the Miami River a recorded covenant acknowledging and accepting the . esence
of the existing Working Waterfront 24-hour operations as permitted.
Policy PA-3.1.10: In its commitment to support the Port of Miami River, the City o iami shall
continue its support of the dredging of the River.
Policy PA-3.1.11: The City of Miami shall facilitate and expedite municipal •-rmitting for water -
dependent, water -related, commercial, industrial and recreational workin waterfronts along the
Miami River by expediting the application process for such uses.
Objective PA-3.2: (TRANSPORTATION). The City shall encourag-. ith appropriate agencies
the coordination of surface transportation access to the Port of -mi River Working Waterfront
with the traffic and mass transit system shown on the traffic cir• lation map series.
Policy PA-3.2.1: The City shall through the Transportation ' ement of the comprehensive plan,
encourage the coordination of the intermodal surface an water transportation access service to
the Port of Miami River Working Waterfront (See Polic R-2.2.12 and Policy IC 2.1.30).
Objective PA-3.3: (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT : COORDINATION). The City shall
coordinate its Port of Miami River Working Wate ront planning activities with the multiple
regulators and stakeholders who have an inter • st in the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.3.1: Give the Miami River's m ti jurisdictional and regulatory nature, the City shall
coordinate with:
1. The United States Army Cor• of Engineer garding the dredging, navigation, and
commerce on the Miami R. er; and
2. The United States Coast uard regarding security and safety on the Miami River; and
3. The Miami -Dade Coun ' Planning Department to evaluate the interdependence and
effectiveness of the ounty's Port of Miami River sub -element in its comprehensive plan
with that of that of e City's; and
4. The Miami -Dad- ounty's Department of Environmental Resource Management and the
regarding the protection of manatees and
establishme of new wet and dry marine slips on or near the Miami River; and
5. The Miam lade County Property Appraiser to ensure that all Port of Miami River
Workin• aterfront properties are assessed by the "current use" pursuant to Section 4,
Articl- II of the Florida constitution and S.193.704, Fla. Stat.
Policy P 3.3.2: The City shall remain an active member of the Miami River Commission, as
establi ed by Ch.163.06, F.S. and shall continue to request and consider from the Miami River
Com► ission written recommendations related to policy, planning, development and other River
iss es within the scope established by the Florida Legislature.
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Policy PA-3.3.3: Within 18 months of adoption of this policy, the City shall consider approving
joint planning agreement with the Miami River Commission and Miami -Dade County to revi
and adopt the "Miami River Corridor Urban Infill Plan" as the strategic plan for the Miami ' ver.
Policy PA-3.3.4: Within three years of the adoption of this policy, the City along with ami River
stakeholders, property owners and businesses shall consider submitting an applica •n to the
Florida Department of Community Affairs Economic Opportunity, Waterfronts Flor :a
Partnership Program, for assistance in protecting and promoting the Miami Riv traditional
Working Waterfront.
Policy PA-3.3.5: The City shall coordinate with Miami River stakeholders, •roperty owners and
businesses to prepare reasonable Working Waterfront code complianc= and enforcement
policies to eliminate unsafe, abandoned, and blighted conditions alon the river banks.
Policy PA-3.3.6: The City of Miami shall provide technical assista e to Working Waterfront
businesses along the Miami River.
Policy PA-3.3.7: The City shall work to improve the econom vitality of the Miami River in
cooperation with other concerned public and government- agencies and organizations. (See
Miami -Dade County's Comprehensive Development M-.ter Plan, Port of Miami River Sub -
element Policy PMR-1C)
Policy PA 3.3.8: The City will work with property o ners along the Miami River to securc
Enterprise Zone tax incentives to businesses fo creation of jobs and revitalization. Such
incentives consist of the following and are bac -d on availability:
1. Enterprise Zone Incentives
2. Jobs Tax Credit
3. Business Equipment Sales Ta Refund
/l . Building Materials Sales Ta ' efund
5. Property Tax Credit
6. Community Con tion ax Credit Program
Policy PA-3.3.g8: The City shall continue to use Brownfield redevelopment Area strategies
to stimulate economic rev alization to Working Waterfronts. Such incentives consist of the
following and are base• on availability:
a. Financi -centives
% Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credits
. $2500 Brownfields Bonus Refund
iii. Low +eterest loans
iv. Sales Tax Credit on Building Materials
v. Up to 5 years of State Loan Guarantccs of Loan Los Rcscrvcs
Development Loans
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b. Regulatory Benefits
i. Risk Based Corrective Action
ii. Cleanup Liability Protection
iii. Review of Voluntary Cleanup Projects at FDEP Conducted Separa -ly From
Enforcement Mandated CIeani ms by Recponcible Dartiec
iv. Expedited Review and Response to Technical Reports and C. rocpondenco
y CERC 4 Site Clearance Icci ied by EP and
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vi. Lender Liability Protection to the extend allowed by appli,,able laws
Policy PA-3.3.E-09: The City shall continue to use various economic rategies, such as the
City's Enterprise Zone, Empowerment Zone, Commercial Business C. ridors, and Brownfield
Redevelopment Area strategies, or future/successor economic ince, Ives to stimulate economic
revitalization, and encourage employment opportunities within the sort of Miami River. (Policy
LU-1.3.7.).
Policy PA-3.3.140: The City will shall foster or develop and i► plementjob training, vocational,
and educational programs to assist the City's existing and ' ture residents, and water=
dependent and water -related businesses along the Mia ► River, in achieving economic self-
sufficiency, and shall continue to work with appropate State and County agencies to direct
training programs and other technical assistance to - pport minority and semi- skilled residents
of the City including, without limitation, their involy- ent in recreational and commercial working
waterfronts along the Miami River as defined by ' h.342.07, F.S. (Policy LU-1.3.8.)
Policy PA-3.3.121: The City, through its Inter•overnmental Coordination Policies, shall support
and coordinate with other governmental as -ncies having jurisdiction over the River to support
and enhance the Miami River's economic importance and viability. The functions of the Miami
River shall be consistent with the futur- goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan,
particularly with respect to the uniqu characteristics of the Miami River's location and its
economic position and functioning - ithin the local maritime industry.
Objective PA-3.4: (MONITOR! G & EFFECTIVENESS). The City shall monitor track the
effectiveness of its goals, ob ' ctives, and policies designated to preserve and promote the Port
of Miami River as a valued nd economically viable component of the City's maritime industrial
base.
Policy PA-3.4.1: City .taff shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, an annual report on the status
of the Planning an. oning, Economic Development and Coordination, and Transportation
Objectives and P• icies contained in this Sub -element, which shall be presented to the City
Commission at : dully noticed public hearing.
Policy PA- .4.2: City staff shall prepare, or cause to be prepared, an annual report on the loss
or gain of ecreational and commercial Working Waterfront lands and uses, which shall be
presen d to the City Commission at a dully noticed public hearing.
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Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element
Goal PR-1: Provide sufficient opportunities for active and passive recreation to a City
residents based on access to parks, recreation and open space, per capita par unding,
and regular surveys of residents on park and recreation needs.
Objective PR-1.1: The City shall work to achieve a medium -term objective of pr•viding a park
within a ten_minute walk of every resident.
Policy PR-1.1.1: The City will shall establish a new continue to apply a hi- archy fefto the City
park system tathat reflects Miami's urban condition, as described in th Miami latest adopted
Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan dated May 2007 and adopted 'y the City Commission.
The hierarchy's will have the following elements include:
• Regional Parks A park typically greater than 30 acres size with a variety of park
landscapes, facilities and programs for city residents, egional visitors, and tourists, or
any park serving as a tourist destination-. f�+ctoric , cultural or
significance-.
• Citywide parks:
recreation facilities
Linear parks greenways an rails
• Community Parks
• Neighborhood igParks all rcmai ng parks under one acre that do not fit in other
categoric
• Mini Parks
• Greenspot Parks
• Undeveloped Parks
• Special Use Parks
Policy PR-1.1.2: The City shall focus on park land acquisition according to the following four
epriorities and reco mendations established in the latest adopted Master Plan or
subsequent updates, i r ludinq but not limited to the need for neighborhood parks, mini parks,
linear parks, dog par s, and natural areas that emerged from community preferenccs during the
2007 Parks Mate lan process land with water views and/or water access; land for "walk to"
parks, including eighborhood parks, in undercerved areas of the City identified in Citywide and
NET area ma • in the 2007 Parks Master Plan and any subsequent updates to these maps;
land to exp d destination and community parks; land for expansion or creation of linear park
segments nformation on target prioritics and targct areas for new parks will be disseminated to
all relev.nt City departments to enhance the potential for parkland acquisition in conjunction
tionary as of 6/21/0'1. City of San Francisco, California.
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with infrastructure and other projects. Ideally, new parks should be at least one half acre in ize,
Policy PR-1.1.3: The City will shall provide areas for safe, passive use in all parks, in uding
those in active recreational use parks. The passive areas will shall include usable g en space
with plantings, shade and seating.
1.1.3.1 The City, through its land development regulations, will designate a zo►ing category for
parks separate from Civic Space. That category will permit a variety of area for passive and/or
greater intensity of recreational use opportunities in parks and open spac-_
Policy PR-1.1.4: The City of Miami's Level of Service for Parks, Recre
to provide a municipally -owned park within a ten-minute barrier-free
80% of the city's population as measured by GIS pedestrian net
walk shall be defined as a one-half (1/2) mile, barrier -free dis
route. Barrier -free means a continuous walk on a sidewalk or d
may include crossing streets but does not encounter barriers
embankments that impede passage. Safe pedestrian route
crossing of streets with speed limits of up to 40 mph.
ion and Open Space is
alk to park entrances by
ork analysis. A ten-minute
nce on a safe pedestrian
signated pedestrian route that
uch as walls or highway
e those that may include
Every three years, the City will shall develop and upd e a ap that shows which residential
areas fall within the ten-minute walk buffer for City-• ned parks, and which do not. This map 4-14
shall then be overlaid on a population map showi • the most current U.S. Census population
data available in order to calculate if at least 74s I% of the city's population lives within the ten-
minute walk buffer.
Policy PR-1.1.4.1 Every three years, whe he City updates the Parks and Recreation Level of
Service Map for parks owned by the Cit of Miami, the City shall also perform a study based
on the national model established by tre Trust for Public Land ParkScoreTM system. The study
shall include the following_ 1) cre=tion and updating of a GIS layer that includes all park and
recreation land open to the public i' the City of Miami, including linear parks, whether or not the
land is owned by the City; 2) cre ion of maps that show a ten-minute barrier -free walk for all
parks (regardless of ownership nd including linear parks), and similarly, for parks of at least IA
acre in size and parks of at I st 1 acre in size; 3) identification of median park size (regardless
of ownership); 4) identifica .n of the percentage of all city acres that are parks (regardless of
ownership); 4) the numb= of playgrounds per 10,000 residents; and 5) the total spending (both
operational and capital on parks and recreation per resident over the preceding three fiscal
years. The purpose o this study is to provide the City with analysis to support decision -making
on acquisition of p- land and on park and recreation services, as well as to compare the city's
park resources w other cities.
Policy PR-1.1 : The City will shall review and enact provisions and create a plan to remedy
deficiencies or residents who do not have access to a park within a ten:minute, barrier -free
walk, incl :ing financing for acquisition to remedy deficiencies.
Policy
acre
po',ulation.
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R-1.1.6: The City of Miami shall work towards providing a park of approximately one
r more within a ten minute, barrier -free walk to park entrances for 6-680% of the city's
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Objective PR-1.2: Provide sufficient per capita funds for the parks system to support the parks
recreation and open space standards expected by the public, as indicated in surveys and of -r
responses to public outreach, for resources and programs that benefit the community. The ity
will shall strive to meet and exceed a benchmark level annual of spending for operation -nd
capital improvements combined to be established in the latest adopted Parks Master an, of
$100 per capita in 2007 dollars, within fiscal limits and based on identified needs.
Policy PR-1.2.1: The City shall establish the cost of providing park and recr
and services, identify which core park and recreation services are to be offere
criteria related to level of benefits to individuals and the community as a wh
services and programs should be free, and formulate how a fee structure
services and programs.
tion programs
according to
e, identify which
ould be set for other
Policy PR-1.2.2: The City shall develop annual parks and recre- ion budgets that explain the
rationale behind the program, operational and maintenance standards that the City intends to
meet; the costs of meeting those standards; and the per capita •udget in comparison with
similar cities, including cities in Florida.
Policy PR-1.2.3: The City will shall allocate program rev
Recreation Department to the department's budget.
nerated by the Parks and
Policy PR-1.2.4: The City shall work to identify nd create Dedicated funding source for the
park system.
Policy PR-1.2.5: The City will shall seek gra and other fun i g for new resources, including
land, activities, and programs. Some of th-.e funds may come from nonprofit partnership
groups that may be formed, such as a p• ential Miami Parks Foundation.
Objective PR-1.3: Pursue expanded
Parks Master Plan (and any subs
resources with the school distric
transportation agencies and o
City Parks and Recreation
nd new opportunities identified in the 2007 latest adopted
uent updates) to share park, recreation and open space
, the housing authority, churches, nonprofit organizations,
er groups that may be able to share land and programs with the
partment.
Policy PR-1.3.1: The Ci ' wshall establish communication with and liaisons to agencies and
groups that have exis g and potential recreation and open space resources in order to pursue
access to these res' urces by City residents.
Policy PR-1.3.2 he City shall evaluate current costs, benefits and procedures for sharing
resources an. programming and shall develop policies and procedures that will maximize
benefits for ' ity residents.
Objecti - PR-1.4: Expand existing and create new greenways and trails to meet resident needs.
Pol y PR-1.4.1: The City shall continue to work with transit agencies to coordinate the park
s, tem and pedestrian connections with opportunities to improve and expand the Metro -Path
rail.
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Policy PR-1.4.2: The City shall continue to work with transportation agencies to implement
the Commodore Trail improvements and the Flagler Trail (FEC Corridor Greenway).
Policy PR-1.4.3: The City will shall continue to work to implement the Overtown Greenway p
to link the Miami River through Overtown to Downtown.
Policy PR-1.4.4: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County and other groups to
that greenway, trail and park systems within the City are effectively linked to propos
trails such as the Underline, the Venetian Connector, the Unity Trail, the Perimeter
Ludluam Trail, and the East-West Trail. The City will shall continue to advocate f
trails identified in the Miami -Dade Metropolitan Planning Organization 2030 L
Transportation Plan.
nsure
regional
rail, the
r funding of
g-Range
Policy PR-1.4.5: The City shall designate as scenic transportation c• ridors those segments
of roadways that have significant vegetative features, and will shall e ourage the development
of bicycle and pedestrian paths along such corridors, where approp-ate. Future ILand
development regulations shall encourage the provision of su lent land areas for uses that
are compatible with and encourage the flow of bicycle and ped: trian traffic along these
corridors.
Policy PR-1.4.6: Implement the development of the 1-39 '• rdeck Park.
Policy PR-1.4.7: Continue to support planning forjoi use of recreation facilities with important
stakeholders such as, but not limited to, Miami-Dage County, Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, adjacent municipalities, major civic •ro ps, and the private sector in order to promote
recreational and educational opportunities in - cost-effective manner.
Objective PR-1.5: Ensure that future deve •pment and redevelopment pay an equitable,
proportional share of the cost of public • •en space and recreational facilities required to
maintain adopted LOS st ard�
Policy PR-1.5.1: The City's land • -velopment regulations shall establish mechanisms to
meet expanded demand for Ci ide parks; neighborhood parks, mini parks, dog parks, natural
areas and nature parks, mul •urpose trails; facilities such as restrooms, pools, and sidewalks;
and recreational programs .uch as adult fitness and wellness, special events, nature programs,
swimming and cultural c asses, resulting from new residential development, including, but not
limited to, impact fees -• - - e -' - _ - -- intensity bonuses and contributions in lieu of land that
shall be used to •rovide new park and recreation resources to serve new development. The
City shall revi= these fees annually in accordance with recreation and open space needs
and revise the as necessary to reflect increases in the cost of providing public open space and
recreational f. ilities to meet its adopted Level of Service for parks, recreation and open space.
Policy P 1.5.2: The City shall continue to work with developers of mixed use and
nonres'•ential projects to ensure the creation of appropriate public spaces.
Po ' y PR-1.5.3: The City shall consider the use of special assessment districts to help fund
en space and recreational facilities projects whose public benefits tend to be localized to
specific geographic sub areas of the City.
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Goal PR-2: Preserve and enhance existing parks and recreation facilities.
Objective PR-2.1: Protect existing park land.
Policy PR-2.1.1: The City has a no -net -loss policy for public park land and wi.l-kshall adept
procedures to this effect for park land in the City Zoning Ordinances, as described i he 2007
Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan. These allow only recreation and c - tural
facilities to be built on park land, wi.l4 shall limit building footprint on any such lan•, w+lkshall
require that conversion of park land for any other purposes be subject to publi procedures, and
replace the converted park land with land similar in park, recreation or conse ation value in
terms of usefulness and location.
Policy PR-2.1.2: The City w+1kshall continue to define and protect cons ation areas in the
zZoning GCode, as well as other parks and recreation areas.
Policy PR-2.1.3: The City w+l-kshall amend the zZoning eCrS to it the amount of total
building footprints and impervious parking area surfaces in par of one (1) acre or more to no
more than 25% of the park land area. Buildings and parking rfaces within parks and
recreation areas w+1kshall continue to be limited to recreati• al and cultural uses and accessory
elements that serve park and recreation goals. Any requ=-t to expa+s percentage will shall
require a special permit (warrant) and public hearings h residents within a half mile area
surrounding the park.
Objective PR-2.2: Maintain and enhance existing •arks and recreation facilities.
Policy PR-2.2.1: The City will -shall provide ap%ropriate staffing, services, equipment, and
maintenance at all parks. Criteria for appro• lateness w+1kshall include park category (for
example Citywide or neighborhood), recr-:tion programs, demand for passive and active
spaces and activities, sizes, and facilitie
Policy PR-2.2.2: The City w+l-ksfall -intain and staff as many public swimming pools to be
open all year round as possible gi -n funding constraints and will shall strive to identify new
funding sources to expand access to year-round swimming.
Policy PR-2.2.3: The City, th •ugh the Parks and Recreation Department, wi.11shall continue to
develop and implement m. ntenance (Level of sService standards, identify associated costs,
and address funding tho-e costs, including appropriate staffing levels, staff training, and
replacement programs or equipment and vehicles, before adding more assignments.
Policy PR-2.2.4: T - Parks and Recreation Department w+1kshall maintain and regularly update
the Inventory an • Evaluation of City -Owned Parks that was prepared for the 2007 as part of the
periodic updat= of the City's Parks and Public Spaces Master Plan.
Policy PR- .2.5: Adopt best practices in park site maintenance (i.e., techniques, schedules,
etc.), incl ding tree/landscape care.
Goal R-3: Increase public access to all parks, recreation, facilities and open spaces
inc ding waterfront areas and the Picnic Islands in Biscayne Bay.
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Objective PR-3.1: Enhance and expand public access by pedestrians and bicyclists to parks
and recreation sites.
Policy PR-3.1.1: The City will shall continue to implement sidewalk and shade tree planting
programs along public roadways that connect to parks and other community destinations. he
improvements will be targeted to Prioritize improvement of pedestrian routes that provi• a
4Qten-minute walk to a park to the greatest number of persons. Tree planting progra - shall
be implemented in accordance with the 2007 City of Miami a citywide Tree Master an or
context -based, area -specific tree planting programs prepared to complement ped-strian-route
improvement plans.
Policy PR-3.1.2: The City through the Parks and Recreation Department shall work with
neighborhood groups to identify the ten-minute pedestrian routes within - alf-mile radius of
parks that are appropriate for improvements to, and determine and bus et for necessary
improvements, including but not limited to sidewalks, lighting, street t -es and landscaped
buffers, intersection treatments/crosswalks and pedestrian count-d• n signals, curb extensions,
frequent access points and signage, as described in the 2007 P- s and Public Spaces Plan.
Policy PR-3.1.3: BProvide safe, convenient, sufficient, and a essible bicycle parking facilities
such as including but not limited to marked bike lanes, bicye boxes, stop bars, lead signal
indicators, bike racks/bike lids, repair stations, bicyclist-s►ale lighting, and hiqh-visibility signage
shall be provided in existing and future park projects.
Objective PR-3.2: Enhance the public's visual and ysical access to waterfront areas.
Policy PR-3.2.1: The City will shall continue to ork to complete the Baywalk, encompassing as
much of the Biscayne Bay waterfront as pos •le, and to complete the Riverwalk and the Miami
River Greenway.
Policy PR-3.2.2: All City -owned waterfront property, including the Miami River shorelines, w+I4
shall provide f public open spaces at provide access to the shoreline.
Policy PR-3.2 2.1 The City w+l-ks -II continue to promote creation of pocket parks at waterfront
locations, such as "PlayStreet ' created on dead-end streets, in order to enhance public access
to waterfronts.
Policy PR-3.2.3: The Cit will incorporate provisions for public physical and/or visual access to
the shoreline in its waterfront zoning regulations. {See Coastal Management Policy CM 2.1.7.)
Policy PR-3.2.4: W ere appropriate and in the interest of public safety and promotion of outdoor
recreation oppor nities on environmentally sensitive areas, future land development regulations
w+l�shall requi non -water dependent or related development and/or redevelopment to maintain
public access to the coastal and Miami River shorelines. (See Coastal Management Policy CM
2.1.1.)
Policy R-3.2.5: The City will shall continue to expand launch areas for personal
kay- s/canoes, kayak/canoe rentals and other boating programs at parks on Biscayne Bay, the
M =mi River and the South Fork of the Miami River.
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Policy PR-3.2.6: The City w+l-kshall pursue creation of water shuttles or water taxis that will shall
expand public access to the Picnic Islands in Biscayne Bay off the Upper Eastside and the
Dinner Key islands off Coconut Grove.
Policy PR-3.2.7: The City w+l-kshall work with other organizations and agencies to identify
recreational opportunities, including boating, on the smaller waterways in the City, such . s
Wagner Creek, the Little River, and the canals.
blic
Policy PR-3.2.8: All renovations and improvements to City parks and recreational cilities wiI4
shall be designed to enhance rather than obstruct waterfront views.
Policy PR-3.2.9: The City w+l-kshall increase public recreational opportunitie
through implementation of the Virginia Key Master Plan and w+l-kshall intr
designations and/or zoning, as appropriate, to permit use of p eviously
Virginia Key for amenities and uses that support passive a► tive
locations on Virginia Key.
on Virginia Key
uce land use
isturbed land areas on
rk recreation at suitable
Policy PR-3.2.10: The City shall continue to ensure tha .•ark a recreational lands open to the
public are included in redevelopment projects for Watson Isl- d and wil-monitor the project after
construction to ensure continued public access without an requirements for the public to make
purchases or any other barriers to open public use.
Policy PR-3.2.11: As specified in the City of Miami Carter and Related Laws, and more
specifically the Waterfront Charter Amendment, - - - . - all new development and redevelopment
along the downtown waterfront is required to pr• ide a waterfront setback, and those
developments that require publicly accessible shoreline walkways; will shall design them in
conformance with the "Baywalk/Riverwalk D -sign Standards." {See Coastal Management Policy
CM 2.1.8.) The City w+l-kshall monitor the areas to ensure continued public access, as
required.
Objective PR-3.3: Park and recreat
nal facilities wi.l-kshall be accessible to handicapped
persons with disabilities and prov •e opportunities for special needs groups.
Policy PR-3.3.1: All renovatio
wi1I-shall be designed in ac
including handicapped p
improvements to be ap
Policy PR-3.3.2: D
facilities will shal
to provide for t
persons with
s, expansions, and development of park and recreation facilities
rdance with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements,
ing spaces, ramps, handrails, pathways and other accessibility
ropriately located with respect to recreational facilities.
igns for renovations, expansions, and developments of park and recreation
e evaluated to ensure that there are sufficient facilities within the service area
e recreation, education, and safety needs of preschool age children, the elderly,
isabilities and other special needs groups.
Goal P - 4: Enhance the quality of recreational and educational opportunities for all age
group persons with disabilities, and other special needs groups.
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Objective PR-4.1: Continue to improve the quality and diversity of recreational programs offered
at destination and community parks, and neighborhood parks where such programs may be
offered.
Policy PR-4.1.1: The City shall use participant evaluation surveys, at the completion of
recreational programs to evaluate program success, online public opinion surveys at least %nce
every three years, and scientific surveys at least once every seven years to identify nee• -d and
desired programs.
Policy PR-4.1.2: The City shall increase staff and hours of operation where ne -ssary and
fiscally feasible, provide professional development opportunities for park and re eation staff,
and encourage staff to be certified by the Florida Recreation and Parks Assoc tion.
Policy PR-4.1.3: The City shall continue to provide interpretive display , educational
programs, wildlife observation locations, and picnic areas in parks and ••en spaces for outdoor
recreation activities.
Policy PR-4.1.4: The City will shall continue to coordinate with no •rofit providers of social
services to the elderly, youth, and other special needs groups, s • as to permit such providers to
use public park facilities for meeting the recreational and edu .tional needs of these groups.
Goal PR-5: Improve management and operations in t - park and recreation system.
Objective PR-5.1: Increase the efficiency of park oper-tions, while improving the quality of
recreation services and strength j g the financial - pport of the parks and recreation service
system.
Policy PR-5.1.1: Periodically review Tthe visi• and mission of the Parks and Recreation
Department will be revised to include the pr•tection of green spaces and natural areas in
addition to the cxisting focus on recreatio al and cultural activities to ensure these are based on
the needs, aspirations, and demograp and cultural preferences of the community.
Policy PR-5.1.2: The City's operati • budget and the Capital Improvements Element (CIE) I
shall give priority to the quality o •rograms in, and the physical condition of, existing park
facilities and to meeting existi a deficiencies, before constructing new facilities for parks and
recreation. This policy does ►.t preclude the use of impact fees or other funds to purchase
additional land to be held i- inventory for new parks in underserved neighborhoods.
Policy PR-5.1.3: A pro '•ction and analysis of operational and maintenance costs associated with
all park and recreati• related capital projects which exceed $50,000, with their anticipated
funding sources, . shall be required and made publicly available prior to the decision to
appropriate pub funds for capital improvements.
Policy PR-5 .4: The City shall continue to implement innovative management and
maintena a alternatives designed to increase effectiveness and minimize operating and
mainte nce costs while notwithout reducing the extent and quality of programs or adversely
affect. g the physical condition of, or access to, the City's park facilities. This shall be done
thr• gh establishment of core services according to level of benefit to the community, identifying
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costs and potential revenues, improving management accountability, establishing preventive
maintenance and replacement programs, establishing formal policies and systems for working
with groups that sponsor programs that use City facilities, and strengthening support service
Policy PR-5.1.5: The City shall continue to assign staff time to develop and manage
network of volunteer "friends" groups for individual parks.
Policy PR-5.1.6: The City shall continue to develop and implement public/priva
partnerships to contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of parks, recrea onal facilities,
and public spaces, while ensuring that public spaces remain freely open to the •ublic.
Policy PR-5.1.7: The City shall encourage creation of a Citywide Miami arks Foundation by
non -governmental groups and individuals to serve as a nonprofit partner o focus attention on
the park system, raise money to help support maintenance, enhance . , d expand parks and
recreational programs, attract volunteers, and broaden the constitue►cy for the park system.
Policy PR-5.1.8: The City shall seek to maintain its national accr= •itation status by submitting to
a reaccreditation process every five (5) years in compliance wi the Commission for
Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) gui%elines.
Objective PR-5.2: Create institutions and procedures to = sure resident and community
consultation in the development of system wide policies and planning for park and recreation
program improvements.
Policy PR-5.2.1: The City shall continue to w►-rk with a permanent Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board made up of residents who are ark users, program participants, and
representatives of groups with special relevt expertise. The Board's responsibilities will shall
include advising elected officials and staff %n implementation of the 2007 latest adopted Parks
and Public Spaces Master Plan -and any -dopted subsequent updates to that Plan. The Board
shall be supported by staff from th- Parks and Recreation Department, and shall report
annually to the Mayor and City Come ission on progress in implementing the Master Plan,
including financial reports, holdin• .t least one public hearing on the draft report before
submitting it to the Mayor and Commission. The Board will shall also review and advise on
capital plans and designs bas- d on the Master Plan and advise the Commission on any
proposals to expend more t►an $50,000 to acquire new park land, to diminish or convert
existing park land, to acc= it donated land for parks, or to sell City land that may be suitable for
parks. The City sha periodically review and refine the mission and charge of the Parks and
Recreation Advisory : •ard in order to ensure maximum opportunities for public involvement and
effectiveness in ad. essing parks and recreation needs. Proposed changes to the mission and
charge of the Bod will shall not be implemented until after a public hearing by the appropriate
public board.
Policy PR- .2: The City shall survey City residents to monitor preferences, needs and
satisfacti• with the park system on a regular basis, at a minimum through evaluations of all
progra ' s by program participants to evaluate program success, online surveys every three
year , and scientific surveys every ten years (starting from the Parks Master Plan survey of
200•).
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Policy PR-5.2.3: The City wifkshall develop regular procedures to provide opportunities for park
users and neighborhood consultation in the planning and design of park and recreation facilities
improvements and new parks and programs.
Policy PR-5.2.4: The City wifkshall develop a full update e of the Parks and Public Spaces
Master Plan at least once every ten (10) years, to coincide with a scientific survey of res •ents'
park and recreation needs.
Policy PR-5.2.5: The Parks and Recreation annual Capital Improvement Plan wil-- all be
provided to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for their review and com nt. The Board
may request presentations on park projects, on a project-by_project basis, an• ave 60 days to
review and provide comments and recommendations.
Objective PR-5.3: Continue to increase public safety and security withi ity parks.
Policy PR-5.3.1: The City wifkshall continue to equip all parks with - • equate energy efficient
night lighting as parks are updated with improvements and wil-ksh. I continue to use remote
computer scheduling of lighting in order to advance energy effi -ncy in the park system.
Policy PR-5.3.2: Citywide and neighborhood parks will iPer •dicall evaluate the feasibilit and
appropriateness of increasinj e thei-r hours of operation a enhanceinj their programs at
citywide and neighborhood parks, ---- - - -, , - to encourage a greater increase
public presence in the parks.
Policy PR-5.3.3: The City's Police Department shall continue to work with neighborhood
residents to create and support community cri -e watch groups to assist in park safety and
crime prevention.
Policy PR-5.3.4: The City wifkshall conti e regular, uniformed police patrols and presence in
and around Citywide and neighborhoo parks.
Policy PR-5.3.5: In all parks with - ' tive recreation the City will shall maintain an adequate
number of trained staff based o standards recognized by professional organizations such as
the Florida Recreation and P- ' Association or the National Recreation and Park Association,
and on a regular basis wifk all conduct safety inspections of equipment and structural facilities.
Policy PR-5.3.6: The Ci will -shall disseminate information to the public on proper safety
procedures that are t• •e followed while using park facilities.
Policy PR-5.3.7: hen parks are being renovated or designed, the City wifkshall evaluate the
park's safety, c• suiting with park users, neighborhood residents, and the police on whether
high fences, ; -tes, or other obtrusive security measures remain necessary.
Goal PR-:: Develop and enhance the quality of parks and open spaces within the City's
downt • n and other neighborhoods in a manner that meets the Level of Service
stan ' and and addresses the needs of City residents, workers and visitors, and
str• ngthens the City's economic development.
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Objective PR-6.1: Implement the NET Area Visions in the 2007 latest adopted Parks and Public
Spaces Master Plan park system vision, using the NET Area Implementation Tasks and Park
Opportunities section of the Plan as a guide to enhancing and expanding Citywide and
neighborhood parks, recreational facilities and programs.
Policy PR-6.1.1: The City shall annually review implementation sections of the
adopted Parks and Public Space Master Plan to include implementation actions in d
an annual work plan and capital improvements plan for parks and recreation facilitie
programs.
Policy PR-6.1.2: The City will shall work to implement the specific master pla
parks and recreation facilities, such as the Coconut Grove Waterfront Mast
Park Master Plan, and the Virginia Key Master Plan, and create pedestri
among Fern Isle Park, Sewell Park, the recently acquired Police Benev
property, and Curtis Park to create a Miami "Central Park." As depict
Plan and programmed in the CIE, the City shall strive to provid
public parks and major attractions along the downtown waterfron
Policy PR-6.1.3: The City will shall continue to redevelop Lu
to provide an activity/program center for history, riverfront
visitors and City residents.
test
eloping
and
that include
Plan, the Museum
and water linkages
ent Association
in the Waterfront Master
a continuous network of
us Park in the Riverside District
tivities and recreational facilities for
Policy PR-6.1.4: The City shall create a specialty ' ishermen's Wharf" cafe district and
marine services center in the Riverside District alo • N.W. North River Drive on the Miami River.
Policy PR-6.1.5: Develop some parks or reser sections of parks, for un-organized activities,
free play and/or general community recreatioaccess rather than organized sports.
Objective PR-6.2: Improve and enhance
ublic spaces and linkages in the City.
Policy PR-6.2.1: The City shall c• tinue to encourage development of urban street
promenade linkages with widened - dewalks, high quality materials, shade trees, landscaping,
lighting, graphics and furnishing
Policy PR-6.2.2: The City hall continue to work toward improving landscaping and
pedestrian -oriented ameni -s along major boulevards, including Biscayne Boulevard, Brickell
Avenue, and North 1stA enue, and other major transportation corridors, to create distinctive
images and unifying el-ments between downtown districts.
Policy PR-6.2.3: T
(entrances, plaz
wil-kshall use,
construction
private or
City will shall continue to work towards enhancement of public spaces
, lobbies, courtyards and atriums) and gateways through artwork. The City
enever appropriate, the "Art in Public Places" allocation in public facility
udgets as well as the assistance of the County Arts Council staff, and encourage
nizations to construct civic monuments at gateway locations.
Goal --7: Develop public parks and open spaces that are aesthetically appealing and
enh • ce the character and image of the City.
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Objective PR-7.1: Improve the aesthetic qualities of parks and recreation facilities.
Policy PR-7.1.1: The City will shall use the design principles in the 2007 latest adopted Pa s
and Public Spaces Master Plan as a basic framework for the design and redesign of parand
park improvements, and prepare more specific design guidelines as needed.
Policy PR-7.1.2: The Parks and Recreation Department shall continue to have -ndscape
architects on staff who have knowledge of best practices in park and recreation f.cility design
and w+l-kshall be employed to design park improvements, and to review and m• itor park design
projects, when designers are retained on contract.
Goal PR-8: Encourage the development of high quality cultural arts acilities and
programs within the City.
Objective PR-8.1: Continue to develop and support cultural district , facilitie " d programs.
Policy PR-8.1.1: The City shall continue to support develop ► ent of a downtown cultural arts
district as described in the proposed Downtown Master Plan, rough land development
regulations and other strategies.
Policy PR-8.1.2: The City shall support cultural and eritage programs and facilities in
selected areas of the City such as, but not restricted •, Overtown, the Design District, and Little
Havana, including small performing arts venues, h- itage trails, street fairs, and similar
programs, through land development regulations . nd other strategies.
Goal PR-9: Establish sustainable, resilien and green best practices and innovative
approaches in park design, redesign, re, -velopment, programming, maintenance,
building, planting and energy efficienc
Objective PR-9.1: Protect and restore ative plant communities, where feasible and appropriate,
and provide educ Tonal proctrams - d interpretive signage about South Florida environments.
Policy PR-9.1. : The ty II continue it's program of native plant protection and
restoration and elimination of '-xotic plants at Simpson Park and the Virginia Key nature area;
expand this program to the 'onservation area at Wainwright Park; restore native vegetation in
woodland, shoreline and reamfront edges of parks, where appropriate; establish, where
appropriate, native pla ngs that require limited water and fertilizer in parks; and establish
native plantings in pu,, is road, rail, drainage and utility corridors that are not suitable for
pedestrian and recr- ation access.
Policy PR-9.1.2. he City shall continue to establish and maintain coastal hammock exhibit
plantings as part of environmental education programs and exhibits in community parks.
Policy PR •.1.3: The City shall continue to promote the planting and preservation of native
species •y property owners in the City through educational materials and programs.
Poli• PR-9.1.4: Identify and evaluate parks which may be targeted as locations to establish
"r
ilience hubs" to serve residents, particularly in times of environmental crisis or emergency.
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"Resilience hubs" may offer shelter, connections to government initiatives, material resources,
internet access, and/or medical support.
Objective PR-9.2: Introduce sustainable and energy -efficient materials and methods in park
maintenance and operations.
Policy PR-9.2.1: The City shall employ life -cycle costing to evaluate costs of new•.rk
structures and make efforts to incorporate energy- and water -efficient methods and aterials, in
new and renovated park structures including the use of green roofs, solar panels .nd other
innovative approaches.
Policy PR-9.2.2: The City shall implement best management practices - ch as water
conservation, integrated pest management, water conservation, eliminat•n of toxic chemicals,
and similar sustainable practices.
Policy PR-9.2.3: The City shall implement te-all pesticide and
application for all sodded areas in compliance with th tional
System (NPDES) Permit.
rbicide methods of
tant Discharge Elimination
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MANAGEMENT
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Coastal Management Element
Goal CM-1: Maintain, protect, and enhance the quality of life and appearance o Miami's
Coastal High Hazard Area (defined by Section 163.3178(2)(h)) including the p-servation
of natural resources as well as the enhancement of the built environment.
Objective CM-1.1: Preserve and protect the existing natural systems includ g wetlands and
beach/dune systems within Virginia Key and those portions of Biscayne B. , that lie within the
City's boundaries; and improve water quality within the Miami River, its tri• taries, and the Little
River.
Policy CM-1.1.1: As a precondition to the development or redeye •pment of Virginia Key, a
comprehensive assessment of environmental hazards associated ith past disposal activities at
the Virginia Key landfill and other relevant environmental concer w+l-kshall be conducted. Such
assessment will shall be made in cooperation with approp ate County, State and Federal
environmental agencies, and an action plan to reduce or = iminate any hazards will shall be
formulated. (See Natural Resource Conservation Policy N --1.1.1.)
Policy CM-1.1.2: The City shall prevent the increase n the number of storm water outfalls that
discharge into the Miami River and its tributaries, the ittle River and directly into Biscayne Bay.
If positive drainage systems to these water bodies --re deemed to be the only feasible method of
maintaining adequate storm drainage, then these torm sewers shall be retrofitted, designed,
and constructed to retain grease and oil a • minimize pollutant discharges. (See Natural
Resource Conservation Policy NR-1.1.2 and sanitary and Storm Sewers Policy SS-2.2.1.)
Policy CM-1.1.3: [Reserved]
Policy CM-1.1.4: The City will shall ecourage the reduction of point and non -point sources of
pollution into Biscayne Bay through oordination with the Miami River Commission, Miami -Dade
County DERM, the South Florida ' ater Management District, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
and any other appropriate local = ate and federal agencies in order to reduce point and non -point
sources of pollution into Bisc. ne Bay.
Policy CM-1.1.5: Within t Coastal High Hazard Area, or along the Miami and Little Rivers, no
land uses which repress t a likely and significant source of pollution to surface waters will shall
be permitted, unless easures which substantially eliminate the threat of contamination are
implemented as co : itions for approval of development or redevelopment.
Policy CM-1.1.6. he City will shall adhere to Miami -Dade County DERM standards and require
DERM approv•- s in its permitting procedures to ensure that all fuel storage facilities in the Coastal
High Hazar• rea or near major canals do not pose a significant threat to water quality.
Policy C►-1.1.7: The City will shall regulate development on Virginia Key and the intermittent
wetlan• areas of the coast of Coconut Grove to ensure that there will shall be no net loss of
func •nal wetlands; that beaches and dune systems on the island Virginia Key will shall not be
desraded or disrupted; that when non-native vegetation is removed, it shall be replaced with
tive species; and that wildlife habitats and native species of fauna and flora shall be
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protected. Priority will shall be given to water dependent land uses, and to development that
enhances the natural environment and ensures adequate physical public access to Virginia Key.
Policy CM-1.1.8: Because of its unique character and ecological significance, all development •n
Virginia Key will shall be in conformance with the 1987 Virginia Key Master Plan and/o any
subsequent plans for Virginia Key that have been or might be adopted by the City :nd, if
necessary, the preparation of an updated plan.
Policy CM-1.1.9: Site development criteria will shall ensure that development or re • -velopment
within the Coastal High Hazard Area wishall not adversely affect the natural envirnment or lead
to a net loss of public access to the City's natural resources.
Policy CM-1.1.10: [Reserved]
Policy CM-1.1.11: All City owned property within the Coastal •h Ha and Area that may be
identified as areas of significant or unique natural resources hall be designated as
Environmental Preservation Districts, and the City shall also c•nsider designating private
properties within the Coastal High Hazard Area with significant o unique natural resources as
Environmental Preservation Districts.
Policy CM-1.1.12: The Cityshall continue to implement an enforce that all new and renovated
marinas meet marina siting requirements and receive a• •ropriate county, state, and federal
approvals in the land development regulations.
Policy CM-1.1.13: The City shall continue to wor with the appropriate agencies to prevent
new development and redevelopment along the sh• elines from directly discharging storm water
runoff into surface waters and to get support for tate and county funding for any infrastructure
improvements deemed necessary to support d= elopment of Virginia Key and Watson Island.
Policy CM-1.1.14: The Citywi.l-shall cooper- e with Miami -Dade County in fostering the protection
of coastal wildlife and wildlife habitat thro4gh the protection of nesting areas, the establishment
of wildlife corridors, the protection of trel corridors, and the promotion of public awareness of
wildlife resources.
Policy CM-1.1.15: The City ash. I cooperate with Miami -Dade County in the implementation of
any antidegradation targets de -loped to protect Outstanding Florida Waters and Outstanding
National Resources Waters o :iscayne Bay.
Objective CM-1.2: The Ci will shall continue to follow and enforce the Florida Building Code,
which establishes const ction standards that minimize the impacts of man-made structures on
beach and dune syste' s.
Policy CM-1.2.1: T e City shall increase inspection and code enforcement efforts for coastal
area constructio to ensure the proper standards are met and construction debris and sediments
are properly pr-vented from entering surface waters.
Policy CM- .2.2: The City w+l-kshall require that any construction activities seaward of the Coastal
Construc on Control Lines (CCCL) established pursuant to Section 161.053, Florida Statutes, be
consis nt with the statutory provisions within Chapter 161.
Ob. • ctive CM-1.3: In order to enhance the built environment of the coastal area, redevelop and
italize blighted, declining, or threatened coastal areas.
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Policy CM-1.3.1: The City will shall continue to adhere to its established policies regarding th
designation of Community Redevelopment Districts in appropriate coastal areas of the city.
Policy CM-1.3.2: Through increased citywide code enforcement of coastal areas with deteri. ated
conditions the City will shall report any deteriorated structures in poor condition to the nsafe
Structures Board to either - require improvements or facilitate the demolition of the str ture.
Policy CM-1.3.3: The City w+l-kshall monitor the age of structures within the Coastal igh Hazard
Area to increase awareness of flood vulnerabilities.
Objective CM-1.4: Ensure that land development regulations and policies for he Coastal High
Hazard Area are consistent with the City's ability to provide the capital :cilities required to
maintain adopted level of service LOS standards and those needed to m.. ntain or enhance the
quality of life within the Coastal High Hazard Area of the city. (Se: Capital Improvements
Objective CI-1.2.)
Policy CM-1.4.1: The Coastal High Hazard Area of the City shal adhere to the level of service
standards as adopted and amended in the Capital Improvement . lement, and more specifically
Policy CI-1.2.3 of that element.
Policy CM-1.4.2: Rise in sea level projected by the fede-.I government, and refined by the
Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, shall be taken into consideration in all
future decisions regarding the design, location, and • ' velopment of infrastructure and public
facilities in the City. (See related policy Cl- 1.2.6)
Goal CM-2: Improve public awareness, appreci • ion, and use of Miami's coastal resources
by preserving water- dependent and water -re ted uses, ensuring adequate public access
to such uses, and minimizing user conflict
Objective CM-2.1: Wherever feasible, increase, physical and visual public access to Biscayne
Bay, the Miami River, the City's shoreline., and publicly -owned islands.
Policy CM-2.1.1: Where appropriate ad in the interest of public safety and promotion of outdoor
recreation opportunities on environ ntally sensitive areas, future land development regulations
will shall require non -water depe dent or related development or redevelopment to maintain
public access to the coastal and i iami River shorelines. (See Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Policy PR-3.2.4)
Policy CM-2.1.2: Where appropriate, City -owned waterfront property, including the Miami River
shorelines, will shall pro de for public open spaces that allow similar access to County owned
public open spaces th- provide access to the shoreline where appropriate.
Policy CM-2.1.3: T - City will shall continue development of the river walk and bay walk along
City owned prope- y as funds become available and w+l-kshall continue to require development of
the bay walk a • river walk along private property through its land development regulations.
Policy CM-2 .4: The City will shall continue to implement design guidelines along the baywalk
and riverw- k in accordance with the Miami River Greenway Action Plan and other adopted plans
as appr•priate.
Polic CM-2.1.5: [Reserved]
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Policy CM-2.1.6: The City w+l-kshall incorporate provisions for public physical and/or visual access
to the shoreline in its waterfront zoning regulations (See Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Policy PR- 3.2.3.)
Policy CM-2.1.7: As specified in the City of Miami Charter and related laws, and more specific- y
the Waterfront Charter Amendment and Ordinance Zoning Ordinance for the City of Miami al ew
development and redevelopment along the downtown waterfront is required to pr• ide a
waterfront setback, and those developments within Special Districts (SDs) that requir publicly
accessible shoreline walkways, will shall be designed in conformance with the
"Baywalk/Riverwalk Design Standards." (See Parks, Recreation and Open Spa Policy PR-
3.2.11.)
Policy CM-2.1.8: The City will shall continue to work toward increased physi :I public access to
Virginia Key and Watson Island by pursuing appropriate development a :redevelopment as
directed by the Virginia Key and Watson Island master plans.
Policy CM-2.1.9: The City ensure that development regulati• s are no altered so as to
prohibit water dependent facilities or uses such as swimming, boatg, and fishing and will shall
encourage and support such facilities and uses.
Objective CM-2.2: [Reserved]
Policy CM-2.2.1: [Reserved]
Policy CM-2.2.2: [Reserved]
Goal CM-3: Pursuant to Section 163.3178(2)(g), F ., The'City will -shall maintain strategies
that wilt —shall be used to preserve and ade' uate supply of land for recreational and
commercial Working Waterfront uses define- in Section 342.07, F.S.'
Objective CM-3.1: The City w+lkshall strive to . flow no net loss of acreage devoted to recreational
and commercial Working Waterfront uses the coastal area of the City of Miami.
Policy CM-3.1.1: The comprehensive p .n and land development regulations w+l-kshall encourage
water -dependent uses along the s •reline, and strategies that will shall be used to preserve
recreational and commercial Work. g Waterfronts as defined in Section 342.07, F.S., particularly
on the Miami River. (See Goal P -3 and Policy LU-1.3.3).
Goal CM-4: Ensure public safety and the protection of property within the Coastal High
Hazard Area from the thr= at of storms.
Objective CM-4.1: Mini ize the potential for loss of human life and the damage of property from
storms.
Policy CM-4.1.1. force building code standards that protect against the damage of structures
by storms, wind-, and tidal swells.
1 Addition = strategies to preserve and encourage recreational and commercial Working
Waterfr-•nt uses are contained in the Ports, Aviation, and Related Facilities Eelement, "Port of
Mia River" Sub -element.
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Policy CM-4.1.2: Continue to direct population away from the Coastal High Hazard Area, which
is defined as the areas below the elevation of the category 1 storm surge line, as established b
a Sea, Lake and Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) computerized storm surge mo• -I
pursuant to Section 163.3178(2)(h) F.S., as depicted on the CHHA map in Appendix CM-1. he
City shall regularly update Appendix CM-1 as new data is made available. As a mem•-r city
of the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact (SFRCCC), the City ses the
SFRCCC's Unified Sea Level Rise Projection to create additional long-range inu ation risk
analyses. All updates shall include at least two planning horizons for shorter -ter and longer -
term planning efforts. (See maps CM-3 and CM-4 in Appendix CM-1.)
Policy CM-4.1.3: The City will shall continue to implement measures for th- protection of City
owned historic properties from damage in the event of a major storm, and •fans for each site's
restoration in the event of destruction or major damage will remain in effe
Policy CM-4.1.4: Immediately subsequent to the event of a major stor ►, the adequacy of existing
building standards and the appropriateness of land uses and dev -lopment regulations in the
Coastal High Hazard Area will shall be reviewed, and all modifi tions to standards, zoning or
land use policies required to reduce future risk of loss of life ar• property damage shall be
adopted prior to the approval of long term, post disaster rede Iopment plans.
Policy CM-4.1.5: Each proposed future land use map chan• - within the Coastal High Hazard area
of the city shall require an analysis .; • •tential pact on evacuation times and shelter
needs in the event of a storms.
Policy CM-4.1.6 [Reserved]
Policy CM-4.1.7: The City will shall incorpo :te into its Comprehensive Plan any relevant
recommendations of interagency hazard miti• -tion reports as they become available.
Policy CM-4.1.8: The City shall work it cooperation with regional and state agencies to adopt
plans and policies that protect public - d private property and human lives from the effects of
natural disasters.
Policy CM-4.1.9: The City's Divis •n of Emergency Management will shall work in cooperation
with regional and state agencie in the update of the regional hurricane evacuation plan.
Policy CM-4.1.10: Compreh- nsive Emergency Management Plan, Hurricane Plan, and Debris
Management Plan for im -diate repair and cleanup actions needed to protect public health and
safety. The City sha update these manuals on an annual basis.
Objective CM-4.2: T e City will shall adhere to and cooperate with the County in executing
evacuation procedures as well as annually update information and procedural brochures for the
public; these br• hures shall contain information on evacuation procedures and routes, and
shall be di ributed to city residents and business owners at local businesses and government
agencies.
Policy C -4.2.1: The City's fire and police departments will shall continue to work with Miami -
Dade county and regional emergency agencies to update and revise, as needed coordinated
pea time emergency and evacuation plans.
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Policy CM-4.2.2: The City will shall annually update and distribute an informational brochure t
establish public awareness and information programs that educate as to the need for evacuati
and indicate evacuation routes and procedures.
Policy CM-4.2.3: The City will shall follow the County in providing appropriate evacuati • route
markers within City boundaries as part of a Countywide coordinated program.
Policy CM-4.2.4: Included with the educational media provided to residents, visitors, d business
owners of the City, the Division of Emergency Management will shall work with rel= ant agencies
to develop an educational program for an appropriate shelter -in -place strategy.
Objective CM-4.3: Minimize the potential for loss of human life and dama•e of property from
natural hazards in the Coastal High Hazard Area.
Policy CM-4.3.1: Public expenditures for capital facilities in the Coastal H • h Hazard area wishall
be limited to those required to eliminate existing LOS deficiencies, maintain adopted LOS
standards in non -high hazard areas, improve hurricane evacuation ime, or reduce the threat to
public health and safety from high -tide events, storm surge, flash oods, stormwater runoff, and
related impacts of sea -level rise. (See Capital Improvement Policy CI-1.4.1.) Those public
expenditures for capital facilities must complete the Capita Planning Resilient Infrastructure
Review form and submit it to the Office of Resilience and S .tainability for review.
Policy CM-4.3.2: Public expenditures for capital facili
intended to further the goals and objectives of the Mia
shall be limited to those projects that do not measur
capital assets from safety from high -tide events, st
related impacts of sea -level rise. (See Capital Im
s in the Coastal High Hazard Area
Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan w+4
bly increase the risk to public health, and
m surge, flash floods, stormwater runoff, and
rovements Policy CI-1.4.2.)
Policy CM-4.3.3: Each proposed future land e map change to a residential land use category
within the Coastal High Hazard area of the ' ity will shall require an analysis by the Miami -Dade
County Office of Emergency Managemen •f its potential impact on evacuation times and shelter
needs in the event of a category 5 stor event as measured on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
Policy CM-4.3.4: Proposed future la • use map changes to a residential land use category within
the Miami -Dade County's Storm S ge Planning Zones A through E w+l-kshall only be approved if
one of the following standards is et
a. A no greater than 16 our level of service for out of county hurricane evacuation is
maintained for a cat: •ory 5 storm event as measured on the Saffir-Simpson scale;
b. A no greater than hour evacuation time to shelter is maintained for a category 5 storm
event as measu -d on the Saffir-Simpson scale and shelter space reasonably expected
to accommodate the residents of the development contemplated by the proposed
comprehens e plan amendment is available; or
c. Appropriat- mitigation is provided that shall satisfy the provisions of subparagraph a.
or subp- agraph b. Appropriate mitigation wishall include, without limitation, payment of
money contribution of land, and construction of hurricane shelters and transportation
facili es. Required mitigation will shall not exceed the amount required for the
de elopment to accommodate impacts reasonably attributable to development. The City
d applicant for the plan amendment shall enter into a binding agreement to memorialize
the mitigation plan.
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Policy CM-4.3.5: The City will shall consider the use of undeveloped land in the Coastal •gh
Hazard Area for public or private recreational, stormwater retention and detention, parks, ses
and open space.
Policy CM-4.3.6: The City will shall prohibit the construction of new mobile home p ks in the
Coastal High Hazard Area.
Goal CM-5: Preserve and protect the heritage of the City of Miami' through the
identification, evaluation, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, restoration and • blic awareness
of Miami's historic, architectural and archaeological resources, wit consideration of
current and future environmental hazards. (See Land Use Goal LU-2.)
Objective CM-5.1: Maintain, update and amplify the Miami Register of H toric Places, to increase
the number of designated properties. Continue to survey properties a»d identify areas of the City
that are eligible for historic designation. (See Land Use Objective LA-2.1.)
Policy CM-5.1.1: The City wilt -shall continue to identify potent :I historic districts and conduct
further surveys of contributing and noncontributing buildings. ee Land Use Policy LU-2.1.1.)
Policy CM-5.1.2: The City wilt -shall continue to maintain - electronic database of all relevant
information for all designated sites in the Miami Register • Historic Places. (See Land Use Policy
LU-2.1.2.)1011
Policy CM-5.1.3: The City has designated numero - historic sites and historic districts pursuant
to Chapter 23 of the Miami City Code. The City shall continue to designate sites and districts
as appropriate and warranted. (See Land Use '•licy LU-2.3.2.)
Policy CM-5.1.4: The City will shall continu- to review nominations to the National Register of
Historic Places through the Certified Loc=I Government Program. (See Land Use Policy LU-
2.3.1.)
Policy CM-5.1.5: The City wil-sh. continue to include information on the City's historic,
architectural and cultural heritage or inclusion in public information, economic development
promotion and tourism materials See Land Use Policy LU-2.5.4.)
Objective CM-5.2: Increase he number of historic structures that have been preserved,
rehabilitated or restored, ccording to the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation. (See Land se Objective LU-2.4.)
Policy CM-5.2.1: The y wil -shall continue to utilize the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards
for Rehabilitation as he minimum standards for preservation of historic properties. To receive
public financial s port from the City, designated privately owned structures must meet these
standards. (See and Use Policy LU-2.4.2.)
Policy CM-5., .2: The City currently owns historic sites and other potential archaeological sites. If
it is deem: • in the public interest for the City to transfer title of City properties of historic,
architect al, or archaeological significance, such transfer include restrictive covenants
to ens e the protection and preservation of such properties. (See Land Use Policy LU-2.4.3.)
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Objective CM-5.3: The Office of Historic Preservation wishall work with the Office of Resilience
and Sustainability to take the effects of wind, flooding and other natural hazards into consideration
and implement improvements for historic preservation by 2025.
Goal CM-6: Achieve a flood resilient community by protecting and adapting p 4 blic
infrastructure, services, natural systems, and resources from climate change impacts in
accordance with the Peril of Flood legislation (Section 163.3178, F.S.).
Objective CM-6.1: Include development and redevelopment principles, str egies, and
engineering solutions that reduce flood risk in coastal areas that results from hi p• -tide events,
storm surge, flash floods, stormwater runoff, and the related impacts of sea-lev= rise.
Policy CM-6.1.1: Maintain and update as needed, all maps —including FE A flood zones and
repetitive claim maps, storm surge/CHHA, and sea -level rise impact mays —identifying current
and potential future areas subject to high flood hazard. Mapping up•.tes consider
specific planning horizons and include the best available sea level ris= projections, including, but
not limited to, the Unified Sea Level Rise Projection from the South::st Florida Regional Climate
Change Compact.
Policy CM-6.1.2: Take the rise in sea level projected by N. ional Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration into consideration in all future decisions r• garding the design, location, and
development or redevelopment of infrastructure and pu► is facilities in the FEMA-designated
Special Flood Hazard Area.
Policy CM-6.1.3: The City w+l-kshall incorporate Low -I - pact Develo13ment (LID) into all new public
projects to reduce flood risk and deleterious e cts of runoff on adjacent ecosystems and
property.
Policy CM-6.1.4: Continue to upgrade storm ter infrastructure through drainage improvements,
installation of tidal backflow preventers, s :wall repair and hardening in addition to sustainable
flood management actions such as, but •t limited to, installation of bioswales, recharge through
drainage wells, use of pervious surfac , maintenance of natural preserve areas and protection
of tidal beaches that are adaptive, a . consider future climate changes.
Policy CM-6.1.5: Require buildin ; construction techniques be consistent with, or more stringent
than, the flood -resistant constriction requirements in the Florida Building Code and applicable
flood plain management reg .tions including for wind, flood -proofing, and storm surge protection
as set forth in the Title 44 ide of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 60.
Objective CM-6.2: En •urage the use of best practices, development and redevelopment
principles, strategies, and engineering solutions that wishall result in the removal of coastal real
property from floo• zone designations established by the Federal Emergency Management
Agency.
Policy CM-6.2 : The City will shall develop a plan for the replacement of infrastructure which also
integrates i ovative climate adaptation and mitigation in the Coastal High Hazard Area. This plan
will shall •- developed in coordination with the City's Comprehensive Emergency Management
Plan an% other pertinent City documents.
Poli CM-6.2.2: New development and infrastructure in areas modeled to be within the Coastal
H
Hazard Area will shall use best practices to address sea level rise.
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Policy CM-6.2.3: After disasters, all repairs must address and employ the most appropriate
mitigation strategies. Cost- benefit analyses will shall be conducted to determine the mo
appropriate mitigation strategy for damage caused by natural disasters, tidal flooding, and/or s-a-
level rise, including relocating public facilities out of the Coastal High Hazard Area.
Objective CM-6.3: Utilize site development techniques and best practices that may reduc• losses
due to flooding and claims made under flood insurance policies issued in the state.
Policy CM-6.3.1: Continue to use vegetative management, such as vegetative buff- s around the
public lands that flank the Miami and Little Rivers.
Policy CM-6.3.2: Continue to utilize landscape retention areas in parking lot m-•ians, along edges
of impervious surfaces, and at the base of buildings.
Policy CM-6.3.3: Prioritize the use of pervious surfaces in redevelopme areas.
Policy CM-6.3.4: Participate in the National Flood Insurance Progra ommunity Rating System
administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency o achieve flood insurance
premium discounts for insurance policy holders.
Objective CM-6.4: The City w+l-kshall establish a program of - aptive planning by 2025 by which
areas needing protection, accommodation, retreat, and a •!dance are established. (This is in
conjunction with Future Land Use Policy LU-6.1)
Policy CM-6.4.1: The Adaptation Action Area, as efined by Section163.3164(1), F.S., is
designated for portions of the City (pursuant to S= tion163.3177(6)(g)(10), F.S.) as shown in
Appendix CM-1.
a. Adaptation strategies utilized within the daptation Action Area can be categorized as one
of the following:
a. Protection —structurally d-'ensive measures that directly protect vulnerable
structures, allowing them • be left largely unaltered;
b. Accommodation —alter •hysical design of vulnerable structures to allow the
structure or land use • stay in place;
anaged Retreat retreat from areas or infrastructure where protection or
accommodation I not be efficient or effective can be voluntary, incentivized, or
done gradually.
Avoidance —• Aiding new development away from areas that are subject to coastal
azards any can be done by implementing policy and/or offering incentives.
b. Criteria for an ar-a's adoption into the Adaptation Action Area may include, but need not
be limited to:
a. Area determined to be within the Coastal High Hazard Area;
b. Ha ng a land elevation below, at, or near mean higher high water;
c. .ving a hydrological connection to coastal waters; or
eing designated as an evacuation zone for storm surge.
Policy C 6.4.2: Programming for the Adaptation Action Areas
1shall include planning at the neighborhood scale;
Consider both hard and soft adaptation strategies to protect existing infrastructure,
property, and human health;
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3. Include strategies for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions; and
4. Be community driven.
Policy CM-6.4.3: Coordinate on adaptation activities and access technical assistance an support
with all relevant partners, including: Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Com•act, South
Florida Water Management District, Miami -Dade Water and Sewer Depart nt, Florida
Department of Transportation, and other agencies that plan for, or own, operat and maintain
public infrastructure within, or crossing areas identified for adaptation, an' adjacent local
governments if such areas extend beyond the City limits.
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Natural Resource Conservation Element
Goal NR-1: Maintain, preserve, enhance and restore the quality of natural resource
within the context of the city's urban environment.
Objective NR-1.1: Preserve and protect the existing natural systems within Virginia Key, the
Dinner Key spoil islands, and those portions of Biscayne Bay that lie within the Cit boundaries.
Policy NR-1.1.1: The City shall continue to take actions to protect and r-.tore the natural
environment of Virginia Key in cooperation with appropriate County, state and Federal
environmental agencies. {See Coastal Management Policy CM 1.1.1.)
Policy NR-1.1.2: The City will cContinue retrofitting the number of orm water outfalls that
discharge into the Miami River and its tributaries, the Little River an directly into Biscayne Bay
in accordance with water quality improvement programs and adop • d plans. If positive drainage
systems to these water bodies are deemed to be the only f=-sible method of maintaining
adequate storm drainage, then these storm sewers will shall •e designed and constructed to
retain grease and oil and minimize pollutant discharges.
Policy NR-1.1.3 [Reserved]
Policy NR-1.1.4: The City shall continue partic •ate in the State funded SWIM program for
funding support in order to reduce point and non-p• nt sources of pollution into Biscayne Bay.
Policy NR-1.1.5: Regulate development on Vir• is Key to ensure that there will shall be no net
loss of functional wetlands; that beaches - d dune systems on the island will shall not be
degraded or disrupted; and that wildlife hab -ts and native species of fauna and flora shall be
protected.
Policy NR-1.1.6: Through d= elopment regulations, ensure that development or
redevelopment within the Coe • e shall not adversely affect the natural environment or
lead to a net loss of public acc: s or public use of public owned property (consistent with
protection of natural systems) to he city's natural resources.
Policy NR-1.1.7: The City shall increase code enforcement to prevent illegal disposal of
hazardous waste into the c y's natural resources such as the Miami River and Biscayne Bay and
encourage Miami-D- •e County to approve and post signs warning against illegal disposal.
Policy NR-1.1.8: Th City will shall work with; and support the County's efforts to identify
generators of hazardous waste, and to develop and enforce procedures for the proper collection
and disposal of h ardous waste. The City shall support Miami -Dade County's development
of a hazardou waste temporary storage facility in a non- populated area. {See Solid Wa-tc
Objective lR-1.2: Improve the water quality of, and ensure health and safety within, the Miami
River, it ributaries, and the Little River, and Biscayne Bay.
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Policy NR-1.2.1: The City will shall continue to work with the Biscayne Bay Management Plan
Committee Watershed Management Advisory Board and with the appropriate agencies in orde
to encourage and support Miami -Dade County Department of Environmental Resou e
Management in the monitoring of contaminants within these water bodies and to ensure th- the
City is kept adequately informed of environmental conditions.
Policy NR-1.2.2: Continue to implement the Biscayne Bay Management Plan, Bis•-yne Bay
Recovery Plan (adopted in 2020), the recommendations of the Miami Dade County : scayne Bay
Task Force, and other relevant plans in order to reduce the level of contaminants n these water
bodies and improve the water quality within them.
Policy NR-1.2.3: Participate in state and federally funded programs to re •ve abandoned and
repair leaking underground fuel storage tanks on City owned properties.
Policy NR-1.2.4: The City of Miami will shall continue to coopere with the Miami River
Commission, which has been granted broad powers over environmetal and other issues related
to the Miami River by state statute. Among the issues to be add -ssed by the commission are
those related to acceptable water quality standards for the Mi. i River and its tributaries. The
City of Miami w+l-kshall cooperate with the Miami River Commi .ion in establishing such standards
and, to the extent feasible, achieving them.
Policy NR-1.2.5: Continue to provide public education o , and enforcement of, best management
practices for fertilizer application, including the fertiliz= blackout period during the summer rainy
period from May 15th to October 15th, and res ' ction on fertilizer applications adjacent to
waterfronts.
Objective NR-1.3: Maintain and enhance the atus of native species of fauna and flora.
Policy NR-1.3.1: Continue and, where
Environmental Preservation District desi
cessary, expand the use of scenic corridor and
nation.
Policy NR-1.3.2: Identify City-owne• and with significant native vegetative features or wildlife
habitats, and designate those are
Policy NR-1.3.3: Continue desi
as Environmental Preservation Districts.
nating private properties with significant or unique resources as
Environmental Preservation r stricts.
Policy NR-1.3.4: Review
adjacent areas with si
regulations that redu
velopment and redevelopment to determine any adverse impacts on
ificant native vegetative features, wildlife or marine life, and establish
or mitigate such impacts.
Policy NR-1.3.5: rough the development review and approval process, ensure that off -site
mitigation for di - uption or degradation of significant natural resources occurs in an orderly and
sound manne', so as to maximize benefits to the overall natural system.
Policy NR .3.6: Through the development review process, deny the use of intrusive exotic plant
species encourage the use of native plant species, and those species that do not require the
excessive use of fertilizers, excessive watering, are not prone to insect infestation or disease, and
do •t have invasive root systems.
olicy NR-1.3.7: Permit applications for all boating facilities located on city shorelines shall be
evaluated in the context of their cumulative impact on manatees and marine resources.
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Policy NR-1.3.8: Slow or idle speed zones shall be adopted in areas frequented by manatees and
enforcement of speed zones shall be improved.
Policy NR-1.3.9: To the extent that there are wetlands on the Resources of Regional Significar ce,
State Save Our Rivers, or Dade County Environmentally Endangered Lands acquisitiolists
within the City of Miami, consideration shall be given to public acquisition and man. •ement
of such properties when such actions are feasible. {
Objective NR-1.4: Maintain, protect and enhance the City's tree canopy and sign cant trees to
beautify neighborhoods, provide habitat for wildlife, capture greenhouse gas -missions, and
reduce urban heat island effect throughout the city.
Policy NR-1.4.1: The City will shall continue to protect the tree canop
through the Tree Protection Ordinance.
Policy NR-1.4.2: The City shall work with public and privatpartn
Master Plan goal of an increase of 30% tree canopy coverage cit
d significant trees
to a ° hieve the 2007 Tree
de by 20202030.
Policy NR-1.4.3: The City shall develop an ordinance descri • g criteria for designation of City
of Miami Historic Trees, procedures for nomination of a Mia Historic Tree, and procedures for
official designation and signage identifying Miami Historic T'-es.
Policy NR-1.4.4 The City shall work to implement street ee and streetscape master plans that
exist throughout the City.
Goal NR-2: Maintain an adequate and safe s • ply of water for the city residents.
Objective NR-2.1: Ensure adequate levels of -afe potable water are available to meet the needs
of the city. (See Potable Water Objective P 1.2.)
Policy NR-2.1.1: In periods of regional =ter shortage, the City shall support the South Florida
Water Management District's policies :nd regulations regarding water conservation.
Policy NR-2.1.2: The City w+l-kshal ontinue to enforce Florida Building Code requirements for the
on -site retention of the first inc of storm water runoff. (See Sa ;itary-an-E1-Stor ewers-P y
SS 2.2.5.)
Policy NR-2.1.3: The City shall continue to support the South Florida Water Management
District efforts to monito he water levels at the salinity control structures within the city to prevent
against further saltwa -r intrusion and protect the aquifer recharge areas and cones of influence
of wellfields from co tamination. {See Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Policy AR 1.1.3.)
Policy NR-2.1.4. ince the potable water network is an interconnected, countywide system, the
City will shall-ooperate with Miami -Dade County Water and Sewer Department (MDWASD) to
jointly deve •p methodologies and procedures for biannually updating estimates of system
demand - d capacity, and ensure that sufficient capacity to serve development exists. {-See
ater Policy PW 1.1.1.)
Poli. NR-2.1.5: Ensure potable water supplies meet the established (Level of sService standards
fo ransmission capacity as set in the Capital Improvements Element. {See Potable Water Policy
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Policy NR-2.1.6 [Reserved]
Policy NR-2.1.7: Pursuant to Section 163.3177(6)(c), F.S., ;the City has adopted an Updat-d
Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (contained in Appendix PW-1 of the MCNP) for a 210- ear
planning period (201/1 2033) to be consistent with the MDWASD planning period and that also
consistent with the current Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update approved by t - South
Florida Water Management District (SRWMD) on November 8, 2018 and the curre adopted
Miami -Dade County's 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan adopted Apr 2022 and
corresponding CDMP Text Amendments adopted on January 19, 2023. The City's - ork Plan and
the County's Work Plan are incorporated into the City's Comprehensive Neigh •orhood Plan y
reference. {See Potable Water Policy PW 1.2.2.)
Policy NR-2.1.8: The City will shall continue to practice water conservatio►s measures (i.e. new
residential and commercial development shall be required to install - igh efficiency plumbing
fixtures and appliances) that are enforced through Chapters 8 — Buil. g Code, and 32 — Water
and Sewer Regulations, of the Miami Dade County Code of Ordinances, updated September 2,
2008March 7, 2023.
Policy NR-2.1.9: The City will shall continue to implement t - same or more stringent water
conservation measures as provided through Chapters 8 - B ding Code (updated September 2,
2-008), Chapter 32 - Water and Sewer Regulations (upda -d September 2, 2008), and Chapter
18A and 18B - Landscape Ordinance (updated May 5, 2P 19), of the Miami -Dade County Code of
Ordinances and Chapter 40E-21, FAC, Water Shorta• Plan.
Goal NR-3: Attain and maintain a degree of •ir quality that is safe and to —meets all
attainment standards set by the U.S. Enviro ental Protection Agency for the city as a
whole.
Objective NR-3.1: Improve monitoring o . it quality within areas perceived to have the highest
potential for air quality problems.
Policy NR-3.1.1: The City shall contin .e working with County, State, and federal environmental
agencies to ensure that the num• -r of air quality monitoring stations maintained by these
agencies are sufficient to ensure - curate ongoing monitoring of air quality standards.
Objective NR-3.2: Prevent the ' egradation of ambient air quality within the city.
Policy NR-3.2.1: Establish ehicular transportation patterns that reduce the concentration of
pollutants in areas know o have ambient air quality problems.
Policy NR-3.2.2: The ity of Miami continues to support the provision of efficient transit and
paratransit services at serve existing and future trip generators and attractors, the provision of
safe and conveni t transit passenger transfer terminal facilities, and the accommodation of the
special needs o the City of Miami's population. Therefore, the City of Miami shall support
Miami -Dade county in the provision of these essential transit services. (See Transportation
Policy N'-3.2.3: The City will shall work with the Miami -Dade County transportation planning
agenc '-s to continue to increase the quality of transit services within the city.
Po y NR-3.2.4: The City shall work with the appropriate federal, state, regional, and county
encies to ensure that owners of buildings and facilities with unacceptable levels of asbestos
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(according to EPA and State Standards) in ambient air test remove, treat and seal asbes •s-
containing materials as long as this action w+l-kshall not cause further degradation to the air q ality.
Policy NR-3.2.5: The City will shall monitor developers to ensure that they appropria '•ly treat
exposed construction areas by means such as mulching, spraying, or grass co -rings, to
minimize air pollution.
Policy NR-3.2.6: The City will shall reduce human exposure to air pollution
consideration climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies from the rec
the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact to reduce greenh
in accordance with all applicable regulations.
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Education Element
Goal EDU-1: Develop, operate, and maintain a system of public education by Miami ►ade
County Public Schools, in cooperation with the City and other appropriate govern ental
agencies, which will -shall strive to improve the quality and quantity of public ed cational
facilities available to the citizenry of Miami -Dade County, Florida.
Objective EDU-1.1: Work towards the reduction of the overcrowding which curre
Miami -Dade County Public Schools, while striving to attain an optimum (Level
pursuant to Objective EDU-1.2. Provide additional solutions to overcrowdin
enrollment in Miami -Dade County's public schools will shall meet state re
size by September 1, 2010.
Policy EDU-1.1.1: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County iblic Scools in their efforts to
continue to provide new student stations through the Capital Outl- - program, in so far as
funding is available.
Policy EDU-1.1.2: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County` •lic Schools in their efforts to
develop and implement alternative educational facilities, s h as primary learning centers,
which can be constructed on small parcels of land and r ieve overcrowding at elementary
schools, in so far as funding and rules permit.
Policy EDU-1.1.3: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade ounty Public Schools in their efforts to
provide public school facilities to the students in e City, which operate at optimum capacity, +I=1.
so far as funding available. Operational altern- Ives may be developed and implemented, where
appropriate, which mitigate the impacts of o rcrowding while maintaining the instructional
integrity of the educational program.
y exists in the
&Service
o that citywide
rements for class
Policy EDU-1.1.4: Cooperate with the iami-Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
maintain and/or improve the establi ed level of service (LOS); for Public Educational Facilities,
as established for the purposes of chool concurrency.
Policy EDU-1.1.5: The Miami-P -de County School Board (School Board) comments shall be
sought and considered on c• prehensive plan amendments and other land use and zoning
decisions which could imp-ct the school district, in order to be consistent with the terms of the
state mandated Interloc.. Agreement for Public School Facility Planning pursuant to Sections
1013.33 and 163.317 . Florida Statutes.
Policy EDU-1.1.6: ' apital improvement programming by the Miami -Dade County Public Schools
should be base • on future enrollment projections and demographic shifts and targeted to
enhance the -' ectiveness of the learning environment. The future enrollment projections should
utilize stud- ' t population projections based on information produced by the demographic,
revenue, -.nd education estimating conferences pursuant to Section 216.136, Florida Statutes,
where - ailable, as modified by the School Board based on development data and agreement
with ' e City of Miami, the State Office of Educational Facilities and the State SMART Schools
CI-:ringhouse. The School Board may request adjustment to the estimating conferences'
ojections to reflect actual enrollment and development trends. In formulating such a request,
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the School Board shall coordinate with the City regarding development trends and futur
population projections.
Policy EDU-1.1.7: The City shall, through the Staff Working Group of the Interlocal
Agreement for Public School Facility Planning, coordinate with Miami -Dade County P blic
Schools, and applicable Cities to review annually the Education Element and scho• enrollment
projections.
Policy EDU-1.1.8: The City shall assist, as necessary and/or appropriate, in c• lecting impact
fees from new development for transfer to Miami -Dade County Public Scho► s to offset the
impacts of additional students on the capital facilities of the school syste
Objective EDU-1.2: The City of Miami shall coordinate new residential •evelopment with the
future availability of public school facilities' consistent with the adop • d lLevel of &Service
standards for public school concurrency, to ensure the inclusion of hose projects necessary to
address existing deficiencies in the 5-year schedule of capital i rovements, and meet future
needs based upon achieving and maintaining the adopted lev= of service standards throughout
the planning period.
Policy EDU-1.2.1: Beginning January 1, 2008, tThe adop -d ILevel of &Service (LOS) standard
for all Miami -Dade County public school facilities is 100'o utilization of Florida Inventory of
School Houses (FISH) Capacity (With Relocatable CI . ssrooms).This LOS Standard except for
magnet schools, shall be applicable in each public hool concurrency service area (CSA),
defined as the public school attendance boundar established by the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools2.
The adopted LOS standard for Magnet Sch
classrooms), which shall be calculated on
Is is 100% utilization of FISH (with relocatable
districtwide basis.
Policy EDU-1.2.2: It is the goal of Mia -Dade County Public Schools and The City of Miami for
all public school facilities to achieve d maintain 100% utilization of Permanent FISH (No
Relocatable Classrooms) capacity ,y January 1, 2018. To help achieve the desired 100%
utilization of Permanent FISH by 018, Miami Dade County Public Schools should continue to
decrease the number of reloca . ble classrooms overtime. Public school facilities that achieve
100% utilization of Permane FISH capacity should, to the extent possible, no longer utilize
relocatabl- classrooms, ex,e•t as an operational solution.
evel of Service standards for public school facilities to those traditional
ducational facilities, owned and operated by the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, that are required to serve the residential development within their
established Concurrency Service Area. Level of Service standards do not apply
to charter schools. However, the capacity of both charter and magnet schools will
shall be credited against the impact of development. No credit against the impact
of development shall be given for either magnet or charter schools if their district
wide enrollment is at, or above, 100% FISH Capacity.
2 Relocatable classrooms may be used by Miami -Dade County Public Schools as a
operational solution to achieve the level of service standard during replacement,
remodeling, renovation or expansion of a public school facility.
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By December 2010, the City and County in cooperation with Miami Dade County Public Schools
will assess the viability of modifying the adopted LOS standard to 100% utilization of Permanent
FISH T to Classroom s-
Policy EDU-1.2.3: In the event the adopted LOS standard of a CSA cannot be met as a resul of
a proposed development's impact, the development may proceed provided at least one of ' e
following conditions is met:
Policy EDU-1.2.3.1 The development's impact can be shifted to one or more adjacen SAs that
have available capacity, subject to such provisions in the Interlocal Agreement for P blic School
Facility Planning with Miami -Dade County Public Schools that may limit the shifti • of impacts to
those facilities, located, either in whole or in part, within the same Geographic eas (Northwest,
Northeast, Southwest, or Southeast, see Figures 1A, 2A and 3C within Appe . ix EDU-1) as the
proposed development;
Policy EDU-1.2.3.2 The development's impact is mitigated, proportionat- to the demand for
public schools it created, through a combination of one or more propoionate share mitigation
options as defined in Section 163.3180 (13)(e)1 (6)(h)2, Florida Sta tes, and subject to such
P =nninq with Miami -Dade
rtionate share mitigation
EDU-1.2.3.2 is to provide for the
of facilities, guaranteed by a legal
or more of the following_ contribution
acquisition or construction of a
itigation bank based on the construction
the right to sell capacity credits. The
t to approval by Miami -Dade County School
unty Commissioners and must be identified in
hools Facilities Work Program-; or
provisions in the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facilit
County Public Schools as may further define the available •ro
options. The intent of these options in policies EDU-1.2.3.1 a
mitigation of residential development impacts on public sch
binding agreement, through mechanisms that include, on
of land; the construction, expansion, or payment for la
permanent public school facility; or, the creation of a
of a permanent public school facility in exchange f
proportionate share mitigation agreement is sub.
Board and the Miami -Dade County Board of C
the most recent Miami -Dade County Pu
Policy EDU-1.2.3.3 The development's i r•a "re phased to occur when sufficient capacity will
be available. If none of the above cond ons is met, the development shall not be approved.
If none of the above conditions in • • icies EDU-1.2.3.1, EDU-1.2.3.2, or EDU-1.2.3.3 are met,
the development shall not be app ved. It is provided, however, that nothing in this element or in
the Interlocal Agreement for Pu is School Facility Planning shall be construed or applied to
effect a permanent or temporry taking of private property in violation of the United States
Constitution or the Florida •nstitution, to result in the unlawful abrogation of vested rights or
other violation of law, to r quire the payment of compensation for impacts on private property, or
to modify or eliminate . y remedy available to prevent or rectify a taking, abrogation of vested
rights, or violation of w.
Policy EDU-1.2.4. oncurrency Service Areas (CSA) shall be delineated to1) maximize capacity
utilization of the acility, 2) limit maximum travel times and reduce transportation costs, 3)
acknowledge e effects of court -approved desegregation plans, 4) achieve socio-economic,
racial, cult -.I and diversity objectives, and 5) achieve other relevant objectives as determined
by the Sc' ool Board's policy on maximization of capacity. Periodic adjustments to the boundary
or area •f a CSA may be made by the School Board to achieve the above stated factors. Other
pote ial amendments to the CSAs shall be considered annually at the Staff Working Group
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meeting to take place each year no later than April 30 or October 31, consistent with Sectio
of the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning.
Policy EDU-1.2.5: The City through the implementation of the concurrency manageme system
and Miami -Dade County Public School Facilities Work Program for educational facili -s, shall
ensure that existing deficiencies are addressed and the capacity of schools is suffi ent to
support residential development at the adopted ILevel of sService (LOS) standar%s throughout
the planning period in the 5-year schedule of capital improvements.
Policy EDU-1.2.6: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools Facilities Work ogram w+l-kshall be
evaluated on an annual basis to ensure that the ILevel of sService stand- ds w+l-kshall continue
to be achieved and maintained throughout the planning period.
Objective EDU-1.3: Obtain suitable sites for the development and e •ansion of public education
facilities.
Policy EDU-1.3.1: In the selection of sites for future education- facility development, the City
encourages the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to consier whether a school is in close
proximity to residential areas and is in a location that woul► provide a logical focal point for
community activities.
Policy EDU-1.3.2: Where possible, the Miami -Dade aunty Public Schools should seek sites
which are adjacent to existing or planned public re eation areas, community centers, libraries,
or other compatible civic uses for the purpose of ncouraging joint use facilities or the creation
of logical focal points for community activity.
Policy EDU-1.3.3: The City acknowledges - d cos that, when selecting a site, the Miami -
Dade County Public Schools will shall co ider if the site meets the minimum size criteria as
recommended by the State Departmen of Education or as determined to be necessary for an
effective educational environment.
Policy EDU-1.3.4: When consider g a site for possible use as an educational facility, the Miami -
Dade County Public Schools s •uld review the adequacy and proximity of other public facilities
and services necessary to th site such as roadway access, transportation, fire flow and
portable water, sanitary se -rs, drainage, solid waste, police and fire services, and means by
which to assure safe acc= s to schools, including sidewalks, bicycle paths, turn lanes, and
signalization.
Policy EDU-1.3.5: en considering a site for possible use as an educational facility the Miami
Dade County Pub c Schools should consider whether the present and projected surrounding
land uses are c• patible with the operation of an educational facility.
Policy EDU- .3.6: The City shall encourage and cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools in eir effort for public school siting reviews to help accomplish the objectives and
policies this element and other elements of the MCNP. The City shall cooperate with the
Miami wade Count Public Schools to establish provisions for a scoping or pre -application
mee ng as part of the educational facilities review process, if determined to be warranted.
Policy EDU-1.3.7: The City shall continue to cooperate with Miami -Dade County Public
chools in utilizing Miami -Dade County Public Schools as emergency shelters during county
emergencies.
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Objective EDU-1.4: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools, in conjunction with the City of
Miami and other appropriate agencies, w+l-kshall strive to improve security and safety for
students and staff.
Policy EDU-1.4.1: Continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to
develop and/or implement programs and policies designed to reduce the incidence of vi• ence,
weapons and vandalism on school campuses. Encourage the design of facilities, whic do not
cncourage discourages criminal behavior and provides clear sight lines from the str=-t.
Policy EDU-1.4.2: Continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Sc •ols to
develop and/or implement programs and policies designed to reduce the num•-r of incidents
related to hazardous conditions as reported by the Environmental Protectio A gency (EPA), the
fire marshal, the State Department of Education (DOE) the Florida Dear ent of
Environmental Protection Miami -Dade County DERM, and other appro late sources.
Policy EDU-1.4.3: Continue to cooperate with the Miami -Dade Coun Public Schools to provide
for the availability of alternative programs for at -risk students at appropriate public educational
facilities.
Policy EDU-1.4.4: Coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools and municipalities to
provide for pedestrian, bicycle and traffic safety in the areof schools (Safe Routes to School),
and signalization for educational facilities.
Policy EDU-1.4.5: Coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools Division of School
Police and other law enforcement agencies, where . ppropriate, to improve and provide for a
secure learning environment in the public school : and their vicinity.
Objective EDU-1.5: Continue to develop pro• ams and opportunities to bring the schools and
community closer together.
Policy EDU-1.5.1: Cooperate with the ami-Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
provide "full service" schools, parent -source centers, adult and community schools and
programs as appropriate.
Policy EDU-1.5.2: Cooperate w the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their efforts to
continue to provide opportuni -s for community and business leaders to serve on committees
and task forces, which rela to the development of improved provision of public educational
facilities and programs.
Policy EDU-1.5.3: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools to continue to work
with the developmeindustry to encourage partnerships in the provision of sites and
educational facilit -s including early childhood centers.
Policy EDU-1.:.4: Cooperate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools through agreement
with approp ate agencies to increase medical, psychological, and social services for children
and their :milies as appropriate.
Objec e EDU-1.6: Miami -Dade County Public Schools wil-kshall continue to enhance
effe• iveness of the learning environment.
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Policy EDU-1.6.1: Miami -Dade County Public Schools is encouraged to continue the design -n
construction of educational facilities which create the perception of feeling welcome, secur'
and positive about the students' school environment and experiences.
Policy EDU-1.6.2: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools is encouraged to continu- o design
and construct facilities which better provide students access to technology designee to improve
learning, such as updated media centers and science laboratories.
Policy EDU-1.6.3: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools is encouraged to •ntinue to improve
existing educational facilities, in so far as funding is available, through reno -tion and expansion
to better accommodate increasing enrollment, new educational programs, and other activities,
both curricular and extra -curricular.
Objective EDU-1.7: The School Board Miami -Dade Count Public S' ools, the City, and other
appropriate jurisdictions and agencies shall establish and implem t mechanisms for ongoing
coordination and communication; to ensure the adequate provis •n of public educational
facilities.
Policy EDU-1.7.1: The City shall coordinate and cooperate ith the Miami -Dade County Public
Schools, the State, municipalities, and other appropriate :gencies to develop or modify rules
and regulations in order to simplify and expedite prop•.ed new educational facility
developments and renovations.
Policy EDU-1.7.2: The location of future educatioal facilities should occur where capacity of
other public facilities and services is available accommodate the infrastructure needs of the
educational facility.
Policy EDU-1.7.3: The Miami -Dade Coun Public Schools should is encouraged to coordinate
school capital improvement plans with ' e planned capital improvement projects of other County
and municipal agencies.
Policy EDU-1.7.4: The City shall c%operate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools in their
efforts to ensure that they are n• obligated to pay for off -site infrastructure in excess of their fair
AILshare of the ts.
Policy ED .7.5: The City •f Miami and the Miami -Dade County Public Schools w+l-kshall
annually review the Edu .tonal Element and the City will shall make amendments, if
necessary.
Policy EDU-1.7.6: e City shall seek to coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools
in formalizing crit is for appropriate sharing of responsibility for required off -site facility
improvements .- tributable to construction of new public schools or expansion of existing ones.
Policy EDU- .7.7: The City shall coordinate with the Miami -Dade County Public Schools,, and
Miami-Da►e County, and adjacent local governments to eliminate infrastructure deficiencies
surroun%ing existing school sites.
Poli EDU-1.7.8: The City and the Miami -Dade County Public Schools shall coordinate efforts
to ensure the availability of adequate sites for the required educational facilities.
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Policy EDU-1.7.9: The City and the Miami -Dade County Public Schools shall coordinate the
appropriate roles and responsibilities of affected governmental jurisdictions in ensuring the
timely, orderly, and efficient provision of adequate educational facilities.
Policy EDU-1.7.10: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County Public Schools and Miam
Dade County l to account for the infrastructure needs of new, planned, or expanded
educational facilities when formulation formulating and implementing its own capital
improvement plans.
Objective EDU 1.8: Promote environmental education and understanding of resilien -
principles.
Policy EDU 1.8.1: The City shall continue engagement with Miami -Dade Coun Public Schools
to create a K-12 resilience literacy curriculum focused on local climate chant- impacts and
innovative solutions for regional and personal resilience.
Policy EDU 1.8.2: The City shall continue to work with existing advoca• organizations and non-
profits to improve citywide climate literacy and awareness.
Goal EDU-2: Examine qreen economy qrowth opportunities - d prepare the local
workforce.
Objective EDU-2.1: Build local skills and expertise in trade hat are relevant to the City's
infrastructure needs.
Policy EDU-2.1.1: The City shall work with local univ- sities and Miami -Dade County Public
Schools to develop curriculum and training progra to meet Miami's trades labor force gaps.
Policy EDU-2.1.2 The City shall continue to fos -r •artnerships with local universities to utilize
their expertise on innovative resilienc proiec . that could benefit from academic research.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION P GRAM
In order to enable the preparation • the periodic Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) as
required by Section 163.3191, FI' rida Statutes (F.S.), and Rule 9J 5.0053, F.A.C., this section
wi-I4 outlines the procedures for e monitoring and evaluating of the Element and its
implementation.
Monitoring Requirement
The primary mechani- to monitor progress in achieving the objectives and policies in this
Element is the coll tion and update of appropriate baseline data. Further, as required by the
State Requireme- s for Educational Facilities, at least once every five (5) years the School
Board shall arr nge for an educational plant survey to be conducted. This plant survey shall
include data 'egarding existing facilities and a five (5) year projection of student population. The
written rep•rt from this survey shall include the following:
Inventory
An inventory of existing ancillary and
educational plants and auxiliary
facilities.
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Student Population
An analysis of past and projected
student population.
Capital Outlay
An analysis of expenditures nd
projected capital outlay fu s.
Facilities
Statements of propose types of
facilities, grade struc re, and list
student capacity.
Funding
A proposed fun ng plan.
The information obtained from the educational plant survey will sha be used to generally
monitor the progress of the objectives and policies contained in t - EducationIement a€
will provide specific indicators for Objective EDU 1.1 and Objec ve EDU 1.1.
The enforcement or adoption of interlocal agreements shall explored as a mea to help
implement components of the Educational Element, and t• coordinate the efficient provision of
public educational facilities. The performance of any agreements related to Objectives of this
element w+l-kshall be monitored as they are set in plac
Objective EDU 1.1 polici
compare the official enrollment of the
concurrency level of service standar• (including the Interim LOS standards) is being achieved.
The number of development orde
approvcd, thosci approved d those that have achieved LOS standards through mitigation
options will also be reviewed
Objective EDU 1.3 will be onitored through the annual inventory and assessment by the
Miami Dad of School Board owned property. The number of new sites
shall be reported ann .ally and in the full review period reported in the EAR.
Objective EDU 1. ill be monitored through the review and analysis of the statistics relating to
school safety, compiled annually, by the Miami -Dade County Public Schools Division of
Police. A revieand analysis of new and existing reactive and proactive safety and crime
prevention p'ograis will also be conducted on an annual basis.
Objectiv- DU 1.5 shall be monitored by the Miami -Dade County Public Schools by reporting
ari-d-rc c hcregross and number of new and existing community oriented prograis,
inclu• ng an enrollment analysis, by age and ethnicity, of adult, community and vocational
pro rams.
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Objective EDU 1.6 shall be monitored by the Miami Dade County Public Schools by reporting
science laboratories.
Objective EDU 1.7 will be addressed by implementing and tracking the development of
to expedite the provision or enhancement of public educational facilities.
Monitoring methods may be added or deleted as circumstances and criteria evolve. Any
Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan amendment process.
Evaluation
king the number of completod
opportunities will be considered.
amendment process.
Future Conditions Maps
Consistent with Section f63.3177(1g), F •ridaatutes, maps showing existing and future
conditions are included in theis Element. = The map series {Figures 1A, 2B and 3C within
Appendix EDU 1) indicates the public c hool and ancillary facility locations as December 31,
2007 Propo ed Existinqand Ancill. Educational Facilities locations through the Year 2026.
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Capital Improvements Element
Goal CI-1: Adhere to sound fiscal management policies that ensure the time provision
of public capital facilities required to maintain existing public infrastructu'-, that meet
the need for public facilities resulting from future development and red elopment, and
that enable the provision of public capital facilities that enhance the • ality of life within
the city.
Objective CI-1.1: The Capital Improvements Element of the Compr ensive Plan w+l-kshall
provide for the sound fiscal planning of capital facility needs andsess t e financial capacity of
the City to undertake capital improvement projects.
Policy CI-1.1.1: The Capital Improvement Element (CIE) a • the Capital Im•° o ement Program
(CIP) represent the means by which the capital faciliticc ' eeds of the city w+l-kshall be
addressed, and both the CIE and CIP w+l-kshall be rev .ed on an ar ual basis to reflect changes
in the economic, social and public fiscal environme
Policy CI-1.1.2: All capital expenditures in exce of $5,006 er distinct project must appear
within the CIE and CIP, with the exception of '-xpenditures required to meet public emergencies
or unforeseeable and unplanned contractu obligations.
Policy CI-1.1.3: The City w+l-kshall ado a Capital Budget that corresponds to the first year of
the CIE and CIP.
Policy CI-1.1.4: As capital proje are incorporated into the CIE and CIP, considcration will bo
g4 en to the elimination of pub c hazafds, the elimination of shortfalls between the adopted level
of service (LOS) standards -nd the existing capacity of public facilities; the impact of proposed
capital projects on the c- ital and operating budgets of the City; the fiscal capacity of the City to
proposed projects; t•e environmental impacts of proposed projects; the public facility
deliberate a • objective project selection process, city wide requirements and citizen input, and
optimizin• =II available resources and the goats and-objcstivcr o+ for+h in +he vario elements
of the -mi Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan; and the coordination between proposed City
projes and rose projects and programs of federal, state, and county agencies and the South
FI• da Water Management District and Miami Dade County Public Schools. The City shall
••ntinue to employ the Project Prioritization Matrix to incorporate capital projects into the CIE
and CIP. The nine criteria utilized to analyze, rank, and prioritize projects should be periodically
updated to reflect the City's vision. The criterion are as follows:
Life, Health, and Safety,
Legal and Regulatory Compliance,
Essential Improvements,
Strategic Alignment,
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Infrastructure Risk Management and Resiliency,
Environmental Protection,
Coordination and Dependency,
Leverage External Funds,
Revenue Producing or Cost Savings.
Policy CI-1.1.5: In the appropriation of capital -funds priority will be given to the maitenance,
repair and replacement of existing p blic capital faciIities.The CIE and CIP shall quire, prior to
the regular appropriation requests in the CIP Budget, a simple high level proje scoring and
ranking framework to aide in the determination to create and/or fund project' in the next fiscal
year CIP Budget.
Policy CI-1.1.6: All bond authorizations must be in conformance with t - capital facilities needs,
programs and expenditure requirements as expressed within the Ci ; s Capital Improvement
Element.
Policy CI-1.1.7: The City shall continue to seek the advice ' qualified counsel to ensure the
proper timing of debt issuance and efficient management of s capital financing resources.
Policy CI-1.1.8: Debt issuance timing, size, and amortiza on schedules a shall be planned
and executed to maintain a level repayment and mini e fluctuations in the ad valorem tax
rate
Policy CI-1.1.9: Competitive sale shall be utili ed whenever possible to assure that the City
obtains the most competitive interest rate in th= municipal markets.
Policy CI-1.1.10: The City w+l-kshall maintai its long standing policy of avoiding the issuance of
short term financing in the form of Bond ticipation Notes, and Revenue Anticipation Notes,
unless there is a compelling need or e aordinary circumstance for such interim financing.
Policy CI-1.1.11: The ratio of net dir-ct general obligation debt as a percentage of the assessed
valuation of taxable property w all not exceed 25% of the Charter -mandated limit of 15% of
the assessed valuation, or 3.75' ° of assessed valuation.
Policy CI-1.1.12: Total debt service payments as a percentage of the Combined General Fund,
Enterprise Fund, and Deb Service Fund expenditures shall not exceed 15%.
Policy CI-1.1.13: To t greatest extent possible, capital projects financed through the issuance
of general obligatio •onds shall have an expected useful life commensurate with the period of
the financing.
Policy CI-1.1.1 : Direct net general obligation and special obligation debt shall be maintained at
below $1,00, per capita.
Policy CI .1.15: The City shall seek to attain a bond rating of investment grade to ensure
that its itizens benefit from the lowest possible interest rates on its bonds.
Pol y CI-1.1.16: The City will shall assist where possible Miami -Dade County Public Schools
d Miami Dade County in providing school concurrency related capital improvements and
eeking to expand the funding sources available to meet those requirements.
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Policy CI-1.1.17: The CIE shall specifically consider projects identified through any City-initiat-d
master planning or sub -area planning process, and encourage such planning efforts to pro 'de
and prioritize implementation projects for consideration in the CIP.
Objective CI-1.2: Ensure through the City's land development regulations that develo• ent
orders authorizing new development or redevelopment that results in an increase in e density
or intensity of land use shall be contingent upon the availability of public facilities . d services
that meet or exceed the minimum LOS standards for sanitary sewer, solid wast; , stormwater,
potable water, adequate water supply, parks and recreation, and transportati• facilities, and
that land use map changes maintain the financial feasibility of the MCNP. ( -e Coastal
Management Objective CM-1.4 or Educational Objective EDU-1.2.)
Policy CI-1.2.1: The impact of proposed #Future ILand Use mMap ch
adopted LOS standards and public capital facility needs will shall be
the financial feasibility of the MCNP before such proposals are ad
change w+l-kshall be approved if the change causes the MCNP
ges on meeting
ssessed for their effect on
ted and no land use map
t to be financially feasible.
Policy CI-1.2.2: All development orders authorizing changes permitted land uses for new
development or redevelopment that results in an increase the density or intensity of land use
w+l-kshall be contingent upon the ability of existing or pros ammed public facilities to continue to
provide service at or above the adopted LOS standar• or the public facilities listed in Policy CI-
1.2.3. The public facilities to serve the new develop rent or redevelopment shall be in place and
available to serve new development as follows:
a) Sanitary sewer, solid waste, potable w
in place and available to serve new d
issuance of a certificate of occupa
requirement for sanitary sewer
and disposal systems approve
building permit or its function
County Water and Sewer
water supplies to serve t
anticipated date of iss
Furthermore, MDW
supplies for all wa
supplies to the p
b) Park and recr
developme
certificate
be dedi
functi
co
c) T
er facilities and adequate water supply shall be
velopment wand redevelopment no later than the
y or its functional equivalent. The concurrency
y be met through the use of onsite sewage treatment
by the Department of Health. Prior to approval of a
equivalent, the city shall consult with the Miami- Dade
partment (MDWASD) to determine whether the adequate
e new development w+l-kshall be available no later than the
nce of a certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent.
D shall be responsible for monitoring the availability of water
r users of MDWASD and for implementing a system that links water
rmitting of new development.
tion facilities shall be in place or under construction to serve new
or redevelopment no later than one (1) year after the issuance of a
f occupancy or its functional equivalent. The acreage for such facilities shall
ted or acquired by the GCity prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy or its
al equivalent, or funds in the amount of the developer's fair share shall be
itted no later than approval to commence construction.
nsportation facilities shall be in place and available to serve new development Band
edevelopment no later than three (3) years after the issuance of a building permit or its
functional equivalent that results in traffic generation, consistent with the provisions of
Objective TR-1.7 & related Policies and Policy TR-1.3.3. If the funds in the CIE are
insufficient to fully fund the transportation facility improvement required, the City may
enter into a binding proportionate -share agreement sufficient to mitigate the impacts by
paying for one or more improvements which will significantly benefit the impacted
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transportation system, which improvements shall be adopted into the 5 year capital
improvements schedule at the next annual CIE update.
d) Storm -sewer. Issuance of any development permit shall require compliance with the
stormwater level of service standard.
Policy CI-1.2.3: Acceptable Level of Service Standards for public facilities in the City of M.
are:
a) Recreation and Open Space — Provide a municipally -owned park within a ten inute
barrier -free walk to park entrances by80% of the city's population as me=sured by
GIS pedestrian network analysis. A ten-minute walk shall be defined . s a one-half
mile, barrier -free distance on a safe pedestrian route. Barrier -free mea a continuous
walk on a sidewalk or designated pedestrian route that may include ossing streets but
does not encounter barriers such as walls or highway embankmen that impede
passage. Safe pedestrian routes include those that may include-rossing of streets with
speed limits of up to 40 mph. (See Parks, Recreation and OpeSpace Policy PR-1.1.4.).
b) Potable Water Transmission Capacity — 92.05 gallons/ resid nt/ day 97.54 gallons per
capita per day (GPCD). (See Potable Water Policy PVV-1. i.1 and Natural Resource
Conservation Policy NR-2.1.5.).
c) Sanitary Sewer Transmission Capacity — 444 122 gall ns/ resident/day. (See Sanitary
and Storm Sewers Policy SS-1.3.1.)
d) Storm Sewer Capacity — One -in -five-year storm e ent. (See Sanitary and Storm Sewers
Policy SS- 2.1.3.)
e) Solid Waste Collection Capacity 1.28 tons/r• sident/year maintain a solid waste
disposal capacity sufficient to accommodat waste flows committed to the system for a
minimum of five (5) years. (See Solid W- =te Collection Policy SVV- 1.1.1.)
f) Traffic Circulation — The City shall ilize a tiered LOS analysis when reviewing traffic
impacts for new developments wher= .y the Person -Trip LOS methodology shall only
be applied within areas identified - . a Center (as depicted on Map TR-14.2 within
Appendix TR-1, the Data Invent • y and Analysis) while the traditional automobile LOS
methodology shall be appl '•d to all other areas within the City. Both methodologies
are then expressed as a rati % corresponding to letter grades LOS A through LOS F
based on the volume-to-c- •acity ratio in the same manner as used by the traditional
LOS methodology.
Issuance of development o ers for new development wand significant expansion of existing
development will -shall be ontingent upon the development of an approved mitigation plan for
an area at LOS E (100 •ercent of capacity) standard or beyond within GCenters, transit
corridors, and all oth- areas.
The City shall equire a generalized Traffic Statement documenting the trip generation and
site access for ►evelopments and redevelopments that generate a minimum of 20 new peak
hour trips. A • -tailed Traffic and Neighborhood Impact Analysis shall be required for
developme is and redevelopments that generate more than 20 new peak hour trips.
Determi . tion of the number of new peak hour trips projected to result from the development
ash be calculated according to the latest version of the ITE Trip Generation Manual. (See
Poli • TR-1.3.3 and Objective TR-1.7 & related Policies for additional information)
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The City has adopted FDOT's minimum LOS targets for Florida Intrastate Highway System
(FIHS) roadways. (See Objective TR-1.6)
g) Miami -Dade Public Schools Beginning January 1, 2008, tThe adopted (Level of
sService (LOS) standard for all Miami -Dade County public school facilities is 100%
utilization of Florida Inventory of School Houses (FISH) Capacity (With Relocatabl
Classrooms). This LOS Standard, except for magnet schools, shall be applicabl- in each
public school concurrency service area (CSA), defined as the public school a -ndance
boundary established by the Miami -Dade County Public Schools'.
The adopted LOS standard for Ma net Schools is 100% utilization of FISH with -locatable
classrooms), which shall be calculated on a districtwide basis.
h) Adequate Water Supply -- As determined by the Miami -Dade Coun . Water and Sewer
Department.
Policy CI-1.2.4: The latest point in the application process for deter ation of concurrency shall
be prior to the approval of an application for development order or •ermit that contains a specific
plan for development, including the densities and intensities of • velopment. Concurrency
shall be determined by the Planning Department during the re - iew of a Major Use Special
Permit, rezoning, and special permits and exceptions pursu -nt to the City's land development
regulations.
Policy CI-1.2.5: The Planning Department, with the assistance of various City departments and
agencies, shall be responsible for monitoring and e uring adherence of the issuance of
development orders to the adopted ILevel of sSer - ice standards, the schedule of capital
improvements and the availability of public facil capacity.
Policy CI-1.2.6: Rise in sea level projected • the federal government, and refined by the
Southeast Florida Regional Climate Cha �e Compact, shall be taken into consideration in all
future decisions regarding the design, I• ation, and development of infrastructure and public
facilities in the City to meet or excee. adopted Level of Service (LOS) Standards. (See related
policy CM-1.4.2)
Objective CI-1.3: Ensure that f re development and redevelopment pay an equitable,
proportional share of the cos •f public facilities required to maintain adopted LOS standards.
Policy CI-1.3.1: The City shall continue to use developer contributions, including
development impact fe to help fund the cost of public facilities needed to serve new
development eand r• development.
Policy CI-1.3.2: T
development a
facilities.
City shall periodically revise all fees related to the impact of new
redevelopment to reflect increases in the cost of providing public capital
1 Relocatable classrooms may be used by Miami -Dade County Public Schools as a
operational solution to achieve the level of service standard during replacement,
remodeling, renovation or expansion of a public school facility.
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property
on the
the coastal high hazard area shall
eficiencies, maintain adopted LOS
e evacuation time, or reduce the threat to
oastal Management Policy CM-4.3.1.)
acilities in the coastal zone intended to further
hensive Neighborhood Plan shall be limited to
ase the risk to public health and safety from storm
y CM- 4.3.2.)
provements Program and Schedule is adopted as follows
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Policy CI-1.3.3: The City shall consider the use of special assessment districts to help fu►d
capital projects whose public benefits tend to be localized to specific geographic sub area of
the city.
Policy CI-1.3.4: The City will shall take appropriate measures to ensure that increase
values resulting from new development and redevelopment are accurately reflecte
County Tax Assessor's property tax rolls in a timely manner.
Policy CI-1.3.5: The City shall work with the Miami Dade County and the ami-Dade
County Public Schools to identify appropriate funding mechanisms in order • assure the fiscal
resources to maintain acceptable (Levels of &Service.
Policy CI-1.3.6: The Miami -Dade County Public Schools Facilities Wor Program shall be
evaluated on an annual basis to ensure that the (Level of &Service s :ndards shall continue
to be achieved and maintained throughout the planning period.
Objective CI-1.4: Ensure that public capital expenditure within te Coastal Zone does not
encourage private development that is subject to significant r -k of storm damage. (See Coastal
Management Objective CM-4.3.)
Policy CI-1.4.1: Public expenditures for capital facilities
be limited to those required to eliminate existing LOS
standards in non -high hazard areas, improve hurric
public health and safety from storm events. (See
lak
Policy CI-1.4.2: Public expenditures for capital'
the goals and objectives of the Miami Compr
those projects that do not measurably incr
damage. (See Coastal Management Pol
Objective CI-1.5: The City's Capital I
in Appendix CI-1 of the MCNP.
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Intergovernmental Coordination Element
Goal IC-1: Increase effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of government s rvices
through the appropriate coordination of local government actions.
Objective IC-1.1: To establish formal procedures for coordinating City planning - d operating
functions that are directly related to the City's comprehensive neighborhood plan with the
Miami -Dade County Public Schools Board, Miami -Dade County Water and -wer Authority
Department, Miami -Dade County Transportation and Public Works Depar ent, Solid Waste
Division Management Department, Miami -Dade County Department of . vironmental Resource
Management (DERM), the Seaport Department (Port of Miami), Aviat •n Department (Miami
International Airport), the Miami --Dade County Metropolitan PlanninOrganization, the Miami -
Dade County Shoreline Development Review Committee, Miami-►ade Transit, the South
Florida Regional Transportation Authority, the South Florida Re%ional Planning Council, the
South Florida Water Management District, the Florida Depart ent of Transportation, the Florida
Department of Environmental Regulation, the Florida Depa ment of Health and Rehabilitative
Services, the Division of Historical Resources, Departme► of State, adjacent local
governments, and any other state, local or federal age y whose cooperation is required to
accomplish the goals and objectives of the compreh- sive plan. {{-19)41
Policy IC-1.1.1: By 2005, Continue, or seek to est •fish by interlocal or other formal agreement
with appropriate jurisdictions,, joint processes focollaborative decision making on issues
including, but not limited to, the location and = tension of public facilities subject to concurrency
and the siting of facilities wit untywide s •nificance, including locally unwanted land uses.
[(
Policy IC-1.1.2: The City shall con nue implementation activities associated with the
Interlocal Agreement for Public Sch••I Facility Planning in Miami -Dade County, effective
approved February 27, 2003, incl sing, but not limited to, coordinating City, County, and School
Board plans based upon consis -nt projections of the amount, type, and distribution of
population growth and stude enrollment; participating in decision -making, through floating
membership on the School -- -'- District's School Site Planning and Construction Committee
and Staff Workin• Grou• egarding potential sites for new schools and proposals for significant
renovation, the locatio •f relocatables or additions to existing buildings, and potential closure of
existing schools; and ollaborating to identify options aimed to provide the capacity to
accommodate anti pated student enrollment demand associated with increases in residential
development pot- ntial. [(
Policy IC-1.1. - [Reserved]
Policy IC- .1.4: The City will shall continue to seek membership participate on the Biscayne Bay
Manager ent Committee, the principal coordinating body for Biscayne Bay, as a means of
expre ing its policies pertaining to Biscayne Bay.
Po y IC-1.1.5: The City shall maintain its membership and involvement with committees and
oups addressing the environmental healthy and water quality of Biscayne Bay.
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Policy IC-1.1.6: The GCity w+l-kshall coordinate with county, state and local governments, districts
and agencies to create partnerships to share open spaces and recreational facilities and
promote enhancement and expansion of parks, recreational facilities and programs, greenw
trails, and similar resources for use by Miami city residents.
Policy IC-1.1.7: The City will shall continue to implement the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection (FDEPil, National Pollutant Elimination System (NPDESil ermit
addressing the requirements for compliance with the Total Maximum Daily Load (T i DL}.1 for
pollutants entering city bound water bodies and ultimatey Biscayne Bay.
Policy IC-1.1.8: The City shall coordinate with the South Florida Water Mana• -ment District
(SFWMD) to accommodate its water supply and management planning an •ermitting process,
the City's adopted population projections, spatial characteristics of the M c P Future Land Use
Plan FRMap, and policies of the MCNP Land Use and Natural Ground ter Aquifer Recharge
and Coastal Management Elements. It is further City policy to accomodate future population
and economic growth by utilizing the range of alternative water supply technologies outlined
under MCNP Potable Water Element Objective PW-1.2, includin ; sources from expanded
and/or new Florida Aquifer wellfields, Floridian Aquifer storage . nd recover (ASR) techniques,
water conservation methods, water reclamation, water and stewater reuse and other
advanced technologies.
Policy IC-1.1.9: In its development of future potable wa r supplies and the Water Supply
Facilities Work Plan as outlined in Objective PW-1.3, e City shall consider, and be compatible,
with the South Florida Water Management District' ower East Coast Regional Water Supply
Plan, adopted November 8, 2018.
Policy IC-1.1.10: The City of Miami shall coor• nate with Miami -Dade County WASD by
requiring applications to be reviewed by M 1 i ASD during the site plan review process prior to
approving a Building Permit, in order to d ermine whether adequate water supplies will be
available to serve the development by t- a anticipated issuance date of the certificate of
occupancy for properties located wit the City of Miami. The City will shall monitor proposed
amendments to the Miami -Dade C. my Comprehensive Development Master Plan as they
relate to water supply planning a • sea level rise in the City of Miami and provide input as
necessary.
Policy IC-1.1.11: The City
Compact and shall coordi
develop initiatives and
related goals that sup
Comprehensive Ne
s
I participate in the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change
ate with other agencies, local municipalities, and the private sector to
als to address climate change mitigation and adaptation. Climate
ort regional climate change objectives shall be integrated into the City's
hborhood Plan as appropriate.
Policy 1.1.12: A City departmental master plans and strategic business plans shall include and
prioritize clim- e change mitigation and adaptation strategies. Climate change related
amendment shall be recommended through the next feasible, regularly scheduled amendment
process o departmental master plan update for each respective planning document.
ach City department shall consider extending planning horizons as appropriate to
adequately address (i.e. 30, 50, 75 10, 15 and 20-year plans) the projected long-term
climate change impacts into resource allocation recommendations.
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b. All new departmental climate change policies and programs shall be monitored for
effectiveness.
Policy IC-1.1.13:The City shall coordinate with the South Florida Water Management District
concerning its jurisdictional authority as necessary and support its efforts concerning the 20 8
Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update, ACCELER8 Everglades and CERP and the
Biscayne Bay Coastal Wetlands Project to protect an Outstanding Florida Water — Bisc-yne
Bay. The City hereby adopts by reference the Miami -Dade County Comprehensive
Development Master Plan Amendments adopted January 19, 2023, the Miami-Das - Water and
Sewer Department 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (April 2022), the 2 18 Lower East
Coast Water Supply Plan Update (LEC) approved by the South Florida Water anagement
District (SFWMD) on November 8, 2018 and additional information found wi in Water Use
Permit 13-00017-W are herein incorporated by reference. The Water Use ' ermit which was
modified and approved by the SFWMD on March 8, 2022, shall now ex•' e on December 27,
2065.
Policy 1.1.14: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County, orida Department of Health,
and neighboring municipalities on response programs and activi -s related to public health
threats including epidemics and pandemics.
Goal IC-2: Promote orderly and appropriate regional la - d development and
transportation policies through consultations with M . mi-Dade County, adjacent
counties, the region, and locally impacted municip 'ties.
Objective IC-2.1: To further and strengthen existin• and potential planning coordination
mechanisms to ensure that consideration is giver to both the impacts of land development and
transportation policies within Miami the City on -reas outside the City's jurisdiction and the
impacts of land development outside the Cit s boundaries on the City of Miami. r
Policy IC-2.1.1: The City w+ikshall contin - its active participation in the Miami -Dade Planners'
Technical Committee (PTC) for the pur-pose of addressing common concerns and sharing
resources toward solving planning pr• •lems, water supply needs and coordinate water use and
sea level rise issues as needed wi particular emphasis on examining State of Florida planning
requirements in the context of M mi-Dade County's unique governmental structure to more
effectively coordinate local planing efforts.
Policy IC-2.1.2: Working th •ugh the Planners' Technical Committee, the City wil-kshall share
copies of its comprehen e plan and plan amendments as well as information regarding
scheduled comprehen ve planning -related public hearings for the benefit of adjacent and other
interested jurisdictio , and wil-kshall encourage other participating jurisdictions to provide this
information as wel
Policy IC-2.1.3. he City will shall support the South Florida Regional Planning Council in
developing i 'ormal coordination mechanisms such as regional issue study groups that
coordinate and development and transportation policies among local governments; and to
establis ediation mechanisms to resolve potential regional conflicts. (See Intergovernmental
Coord ation Policy IC-3.1.1.)
Po y IC-2.1.4: The City will shall continue to utilize and coordinate with FDOT's South Florida
mmuter Services (SFCS) program to establish and implement transportation demand
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management strategies for all future and existing employers with more than 50 employees. The
City shall lead by example in developing transportation demand management strategies for
City employees. (See Policy TR-1.5.3)
Policy IC-2.1.5: The City will shall assist Miami -Dade County in developing the premium transit
projects identified in the Transportation Planning Organization's LMTPO's1 Long Range
Transportation Plan (LRTP) within the City limits. The City will shall utilize land develo'..ment
regulations and other incentives to help direct development where it will best suppo existing
and planned transit services. (See PolicyTR-2.1.2)
Policy IC-2.1.6: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade County to impl- ent resiliency
policies to mitigate and protect vulnerable roadways and critical evacuation r•utes (illustrated in
Maps TR-15 and TR-11 within Appendix TR-1, the Data Inventory and Anysis section
respectively) within the City. (See PolicyTR-2.2.11)
Policy IC-2.1.7: The City shall coordinate with Miami -Dade Coun - s SMART Plan, which
specifically aims to provide premium transit service along roadway in the City including
Biscayne Boulevard and West Flagler Street. (See TR- 2.4.1)
Policy IC-2.1.8: To improve regional mobility, the City wiTI-sha regularly coordinate with, but not
limited to, Miami -Dade County, FDOT, is4TPO, South Florid. Regional Transportation Authority
(SFRTA), the Port of Miami, the Miami River Commissio the Miami International Airport and
other public agencies or private entities, such as Bright e, to ensure that future improvements
to the transportation network within the City from the agencies are consistent with the goals,
objectives, and policies of the City of Miami's MCN'. (See Policy TR-2.4.2)
Policy IC-2.1.9: The City shall continue to c• •rdinate with SFRTA, FDOT, Miami -Dade
County, and other local agencies to support ad develop plans to the implementation of the
FEC Coastal Link Commuter Rail. (See TR-'.4.5)
Policy IC-2.1.10: The City shall work wit regional partners to establish a regional infrastructure
coordination committee with South Flo da's major infrastructure organizations to develop
climate change informed design sta •ards, identify cascading vulnerabilities, and establish
coordination mechanisms.
Objective IC-2.2 [Reserved]
Policy IC-2.2.1 [Reserved]
Goal IC-3: Contribute t% an atmosphere of cooperation among local governments within
Miami -Dade County.
Objective IC-3.1: :ximize the use of informal, cooperative agreements as mechanisms for
intergovernment- conflict resolution within Miami -Dade County and minimize the use of
litigation.
Policy IC-3. 1: The City will shall exhaust all efforts to solve intergovernmental conflicts arising
from ado • ion and implementation of comprehensive plans through informal mechanisms,
includi • but not limited to working through the Miami -Dade Planners' Technical Committee or
utilizing the Miami -Dade County League of Cities and the South Florida Regional Planning
Co cil's mediation process, before seeking remedies through the judicial system, provided that
e orts at informal resolution do not prevent the City from seeking legal remedies, or jeopardize
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the City's ability to prevail in any legal action. (See Intergovernmental Coordination Policy IC-
2.1.3.).
Policy IC-3.1.2: The City shall work with Miami -Dade County and other municipalities to she
data related to infrastructure and impact of climate hazards to facilitate regionally coordi ted
planning and development.
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Property Rights Element
In accordance with the legislative intent expressed in Sections 163.3161(10) and 187.10 (3)
Florida Statutes, as amended, that governmental entities respect judicially acknowled• -d and
constitutionally protected private property rights, each local government is required t% include in
its comprehensive plan a property rights element to ensure that private property rk is are
considered in local decision making.
Accordingly, the following rights shall be considered in the City's decisio aking:
The right of a property owner to physically possess and of hi or her intere the
property, including easements, leases, or mineral rights.
The right of a property owner to use, maintain, develop, and prove his or her property for
personal use or for the use of any other person subject to - ate law and local ordinances.
The rights of the property owner to privacy and to excl :e others from the property to protect
the owner's possessions and property.
The right of a property owner to dispose of hi . +r� operty through sale or gift.
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