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File ID: #17961
Resolution
Sponsored by: Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner Ralph Rosado
A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PILOT PROGRAM, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-
33(C)(9) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, THAT
INCENTIVIZES STORM -PROOFING AND FUTURE -PROOFING HOME
UPGRADES —INCLUDING IMPACT -RESISTANT WINDOWS, REINFORCED ROOFS,
FLOOD PROTECTION, SOLAR PANELS, ENERGY -EFFICIENT APPLIANCES, LOW -
FLOW TOILETS, INSULATION, AND OTHER SUSTAINABLE IMPROVEMENTS —
THROUGH REDUCED PERMIT COSTS, EXPEDITED PERMIT REVIEW, AND
PUBLIC OUTREACH MATERIALS TO INFORM RESIDENTS OF THE PROGRAM
AND ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO
REPORT BACK TO THE CITY COMMISSION WITHIN NINETY (90) DAYS WITH A
FRAMEWORK FOR THE PILOT PROGRAM.
City of Miami
Legislation
Resolution
Enactment Number: R-25-0347
City Hall
3500 Pan American Drive
Miami, FL 33133
www.miamigov.com
File Number: 17961 Final Action Date:9/11/2025
A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PILOT PROGRAM, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-
33(C)(9) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, THAT
INCENTIVIZES STORM -PROOFING AND FUTURE -PROOFING HOME
UPGRADES —INCLUDING IMPACT -RESISTANT WINDOWS, REINFORCED ROOFS,
FLOOD PROTECTION, SOLAR PANELS, ENERGY -EFFICIENT APPLIANCES, LOW -
FLOW TOILETS, INSULATION, AND OTHER SUSTAINABLE IMPROVEMENTS —
THROUGH REDUCED PERMIT COSTS, EXPEDITED PERMIT REVIEW, AND
PUBLIC OUTREACH MATERIALS TO INFORM RESIDENTS OF THE PROGRAM
AND ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO
REPORT BACK TO THE CITY COMMISSION WITHIN NINETY (90) DAYS WITH A
FRAMEWORK FOR THE PILOT PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the City of Miami ("City") is vulnerable to severe weather events including
hurricanes and tropical storms, which pose significant threats to life, property, and economic
stability; and
WHEREAS, enhancing residential storm resilience through home upgrades such as
impact -resistant windows, reinforced roofs, and flood protection measures reduces community -
wide risk and long-term recovery costs; and
WHEREAS, future -proofing homes by integrating resilient and sustainable design
practices helps ensure long-term adaptability to evolving climate risks, energy demands, and
insurance requirements; and
WHEREAS, energy -efficient improvements such as solar panels, upgraded insulation,
energy -efficient Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning ("HVAC") systems, and ENERGY STAR -
rated appliances reduce utility costs and greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to both
affordability and environmental sustainability; and
WHEREAS, water -saving fixtures such as low -flow toilets and showerheads help
conserve water resources and reduce monthly utility bills for homeowners and renters alike; and
WHEREAS, permit costs and extended review timelines can serve as disincentives for
homeowners to make necessary storm -proofing and energy -efficient improvements; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to facilitate and encourage these upgrades by
making the permitting process more affordable and efficient; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2-33(c)(9) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as
amended, the City Commission may, when it deems necessary, create legislative pilot programs
for a limited period of time not to exceed one year, with the possibility of reinstatement for one
additional year;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are
adopted by reference and incorporated as fully set forth in this Section.
Section 2. The City Manager is hereby directed to establish a pilot program, pursuant to
Section 2-33(c)(9) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, incentivizing
residential storm -proofing and future -proofing upgrades. These upgrades shall include, but not
be limited to:
• Impact -resistant windows
• Reinforced roofs
• Flood protection measures
• Solar panels
• Energy -efficient HVAC systems and appliances
• Upgraded insulation
• Low -flow toilets and water -saving fixtures
• Smart thermostats
• Other sustainable and resilient improvement
The program shall include reducing permit fees by up to fifty percent (50%) for qualifying
improvements, providing expedited permit review for qualifying applications, and developing
public outreach materials to inform residents of the program and eligible improvements.
Section 3. The City Manager shall report back to the City Commission within ninety (90)
days of the adoption of this resolution with a framework for implementation, estimated costs,
and proposed metrics for evaluating program effectiveness, including long-term resilience,
energy savings, and affordability outcomes.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS:
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