South Miami, FL — rezoning & P&Z cases
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PB-2026-017 — Physical fitness facility as a special use
This case seeks to amend the South Miami Land Development Code to allow physical fitness facilities as a special use in the General Retail District and modify hours of operation conditions. The proposed change would expand permitted commercial uses in retail areas, potentially affecting the competitive landscape and zoning flexibility for fitness-related developments in the city.
PB-26-016 — plat
A T-plat subdivision application for the MedSquare property is being heard by the Planning Board. The application includes landscaping review and requires surveyor and title approval. This case affects the property division and development configuration of the MedSquare site.
PB-2026-016 — Replat of entire city block
A tentative plat application to replat an entire city block on the west side of SW 62nd Avenue is under review. The replat is governed by Section 20-4.2 of the South Miami Land Development Code. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in this city block or are tracking urban land reconfiguration projects in South Miami.
PB-2026-014 — rezoning
A residential property at 5801 SW 41 Street is proposed to be rezoned from single-family residential (RS-4) to general retail (GR), enabling commercial use of the site. This rezoning would facilitate retail development where single-family residential use is currently permitted.
PB-2026-013 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
Bird 58, LLC is seeking to amend the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map to reclassify two parcels at 5800 Bird Road and 5801 SW 41 Street from "Commercial Retail and Office" and "Single-Family Residential" to "Mixed-Use Commercial Residential." This comprehensive plan amendment would enable a mixed-use development on properties currently designated for separate commercial and residential uses. Developers should monitor this case if they have interests in mixed-use projects in this South Miami location.
PB-2026-012 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This case seeks to amend the Comprehensive Plan's "Mixed-Use Commercial Residential" future land use category description to better address transitions from commercial/mixed-use development to single-family residential areas. The modification could affect land use policies and development standards across properties designated with this category. Developers should track this amendment if they have projects in South Miami relying on mixed-use commercial residential zoning or adjacent to single-family residential areas.
PB-2026-015 — other
This ordinance amends South Miami's Land Development Code to reorganize and modify public hearing notice requirements across multiple articles including other regulations, procedures and applications, and Downtown SOMI District regulations. The changes affect procedural requirements for public notices but do not directly impact zoning designations, development standards, or specific project approvals. Developers should review updated notice requirements to ensure compliance with the amended code provisions.
PB-2026-011 — other
This case involves amendments to South Miami's Land Development Code regarding Historic Preservation Board composition and procedures, specifically modifying how Certificates of Appropriateness are required. While this is primarily an administrative/regulatory matter rather than a specific development project, it could impact any developers with properties in historic districts or considering demolition or alterations to designated historic sites.
PB-2026-010 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
The Planning Board is considering a proposed Community Redevelopment Plan (CRA Plan) for South Miami that staff confirms aligns with the city's Comprehensive Plan. This case involves a resolution recommending approval of the CRA Plan with transmittal to appropriate authorities for implementation. Developers should monitor this case if they have projects or interests in South Miami's designated redevelopment areas.
PB-2026-009 — pd_amendment
This case amends the bonus allocations regulations within the Transit Supportive Development District, specifically modifying rules for transfer of development rights and payments in lieu of public benefits. Developers operating or planning projects in this district should monitor the specific changes to TDR mechanisms and in-lieu payment requirements, which could affect project feasibility and cost calculations.
PB-2026-008 — other
The City Commission is retroactively extending a moratorium on enforcement of residential solar photovoltaic system requirements under the Land Development Code. This administrative action affects the implementation timeline for solar energy regulations in South Miami.
PB-2026-007 — variance
Subtext Acquisitions is seeking a variance to exceed maximum lot coverage requirements for the fifth and sixth floors of a large-scale development in the Transit Supportive Development District. The variance would modify single-floorplate requirements under the Land Development Code Section 20-5.9. This case could impact developers with similar multi-story projects in transit-supportive zones that face lot coverage constraints.
PB-2026-006 — pd_amendment
This case involves amendments to the Transit-Supportive Development District regulations in South Miami, including new definitions, clarification of existing provisions, and modifications to procedures and criteria. Developers working within or planning projects in transit-supportive areas of South Miami should review the updated district standards, as these amendments may affect development eligibility, requirements, and approval processes for projects in this district.
PB-2026-004 — other
This case involves amendment of the Land Development Code's Street Hierarchy Plan and adoption of a Streetscape Master Plan for the Transit-Supportive Development District in South Miami. The ordinance establishes procedures for adoption and amendment of the streetscape master plan, which will govern streetscape standards and development requirements in this district. Developers working in the Transit-Supportive Development District should monitor this case as it will directly affect streetscape design and implementation requirements for future projects.
PB-2026-003 — other
This case involves amendments to South Miami's land development code regarding fence and wall regulations for corner lots. Developers with corner lot projects should review these revised supplemental regulations to ensure compliance with the new standards.
PB-2025-017 — other
This ordinance creates new sustainable development incentives in South Miami's Land Development Code, including provisions for energy-efficient home design, sustainable construction practices, and climate resilience measures. The new regulations may affect design requirements, approval processes, and development incentives for projects in the city. Developers should review the specific incentive provisions to determine if they apply to their proposed projects.
PB-2026-001 — 75 dwelling unit multi-family residential project
This is a large-scale development special exception application for a 75-unit multi-family residential project on a 0.802-acre site in South Miami. The project requires approval from the City Commission under Section 20-8.7 of the City's Land Development Code, which could affect development feasibility and timelines for similar residential projects in the area.
PB-2026-005 — Revised adult entertainment regulations within Transit Supportive Development District
This case involves amendments to the Land Development Code's Transit Supportive Development District regulations, specifically revising definitions and permitted/special uses related to adult entertainment. Developers with projects in the Transit Supportive Development District should monitor how these regulatory changes may affect their use permissions and operational requirements.
PB-2026-002 — Off-campus student apartments
This case involves a large-scale development special exception request for a 2.73-acre off-campus student housing project on SW 57th Avenue in South Miami. The applicant, Subtext Acquisitions LLC, is seeking approval from the city commission under Section 20-8.7 of the local land development code. Developers interested in student housing in South Miami should monitor this case as it may establish precedent for similar special exception requests in the area.
PB-2025-014 — other
The city is retroactively extending a moratorium on enforcement of solar photovoltaic system requirements for residential properties under Section 20-3.6(W) of the land development code. Developers and property owners with solar panel installations may be affected by this temporary relief from residential solar requirements. The ordinance will be effective upon adoption by the City Commission.
PB-2025-013 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This ordinance amendment modifies the permitted use schedule for the General Retail (GR) zoning district to allow certain medical and health care-related uses that were previously prohibited or restricted. The change expands commercial development opportunities in GR-zoned areas for medical and health care practitioners. Developers with GR-zoned properties or those seeking to establish medical/health care facilities in GR districts should monitor this case.
PB-2025-011 — Multi-family residential project known as "Somi Walk South Miami"
This case involves a special exception application for a 1.01-acre multi-family residential development project at two South Miami addresses. The applicant is seeking approval for a large-scale development that will require compliance with Section 20-8.7 of the City of South Miami Land Development Code, with supporting documentation including traffic studies and architectural plans.
PB-2025-015 — other
This case involves comprehensive amendments to South Miami's Land Development Code affecting single-family development regulations and adding new sustainability incentives. The changes modify dimensional requirements, supplemental regulations, and tree protection standards while establishing a new sustainable development section promoting energy-efficient design and climate resilience. Developers working on residential projects in South Miami should monitor these code revisions closely as they will impact project feasibility and design standards.
PB-2025-016 — other
This ordinance amendment revises regulations in South Miami's Transit Supportive Development District specifically relating to adult entertainment uses. The changes to permitted and special nonresidential uses could affect the feasibility of projects involving adult entertainment venues or mixed-use developments in transit-oriented areas.
87-7003A — Expansion of an existing school and associated school facilities with capacity for up to 200 students
This case involves the Mandelstam School's expansion within an existing 2.05-acre Planned Development property, increasing student capacity to 200. As a PD amendment, this case affects land use entitlements and operational capacity for an educational facility in South Miami, which may impact traffic, parking, and neighborhood character in the area.
PB-2025-010 — plat
D & A 2012 LLC is seeking approval for a tentative plat to subdivide property at 6240 SW 65 Avenue, which is currently zoned RS-3 (Low Density Single-Family Residential). This subdivision application will be heard by the South Miami City Commission on the scheduled meeting date and may affect development potential and property boundaries in this residential district.
PB-2025-009 — Subdivision with reduced lot size (frontage) on lots 1 and 2
This case seeks a variance from the City's land development code to reduce lot size frontage requirements on two lots within a proposed plat in an RS-3 residential district. The outcome will determine whether the subdivision can proceed with smaller-than-standard lot frontages or must comply with standard requirements.
PB-2025-008 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This ordinance amends the Transit Supportive Development District regulations in South Miami's Land Development Code to add new rules governing student housing uses. Developers with projects in the TSDD should review the new student housing provisions to ensure compliance with updated code requirements.
PB-2025-007 — Mixed-use medical office building with residential dwelling units
South Miami Real Estate Partners is seeking a special exception for "Med Square," a large-scale mixed-use development combining medical office space with residential units on an entire city block in South Miami. Developers should monitor this case to understand how the city approves or conditions similar large-scale mixed-use medical-residential projects, particularly regarding traffic impacts and land use compatibility.
PB-2025-006 — Permanent generator with reduced side setback
This case involves a variance request to reduce the required permanent generator side setback in a Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-3) district. The applicant, Rack Electric, is seeking relief from the standard setback requirements under Section 20-5.9 of the Land Development Code for a property at 6071 SW 85 Street. The Planning Board will determine whether to grant or deny this variance, which could affect site planning for generators in similar residential properties.
LPA-2025-004 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This is a comprehensive plan evaluation and appraisal report adoption that will amend the city's adopted comprehensive plan's goals, objectives, and policies. Developers should monitor this case as amendments to the comprehensive plan may affect future development standards, land use policies, and zoning regulations across the city.
PB-2025-005 — other
This ordinance amends parking regulations within South Miami's Transit Supportive Development District by revising Section 20-8.6 of Article VIII. The changes affect parking standards for all development projects located within the TSDD, which may impact project feasibility, costs, and design for any development in this district.
PB-2025-004 — other
This ordinance amends the City of South Miami's zoning code to revise regulations relating to recreational vehicles. The amendment modifies Section 20-3.6 of the Land Development Code's supplemental regulations. Developers should review the specific changes to determine if they affect their projects involving RV-related uses or parking.
LPA-2025-002 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This comprehensive plan amendment changes the future land use designation from Mixed Residential-Moderate Density (MRMD) to Townhouse Residential (TR) for parcels on the north side of 64th Street. The change enables townhouse development in a currently moderate-density residential area, which could affect residential development potential and density for projects in this South Miami corridor.
LPA-2025-001 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
This comprehensive plan amendment would change the Future Land Use designation for parcels on the west side of 62nd Avenue from Residential/Limited Commercial to Mixed Use Commercial/Residential. The change could enable mixed-use development opportunities on these properties, potentially affecting residential character and commercial development potential in the area between SW 64th and SW 68th Streets.
PB-2025-001 — rezoning
This case seeks to rezone 6540 Manor Lane from Duplex Residential (RT-6) to Townhouse Residential (RT-18), representing a shift to higher-density residential development. Developers working in South Miami should track this rezoning to understand how the city is evolving its residential zoning and to identify potential opportunities or conflicts with competing projects in the same district.
PB-24-023 — other
The City of South Miami is amending its Land Development Code to revise regulations governing fences and walls within the city. This administrative amendment affects supplemental zoning regulations and may impact fence and wall construction standards for both residential and commercial properties citywide.
PB-24-022 — other
This case involves a city-wide amendment to nonconforming use and structure regulations in the Land Development Code. The ordinance revises how existing structures or uses that no longer comply with current zoning standards are regulated and may affect properties with grandfathered or nonconforming status throughout South Miami.
PB-24-026 — Transit-Supportive Development District
This case involves a comprehensive plan amendment to change the future land use designation of multiple parcels across various zoning classifications to a unified Transit-Supportive Development District designation. The change affects a broad range of property types including commercial, residential, office, parks, and institutional uses. Developers should monitor this case as it represents a significant land use policy shift that could create new development opportunities in transit-oriented areas.
PB-24-025 — Establishment of maximum density of 200 dwelling units per acre in Transit-Supportive Development District with modified description
This comprehensive plan amendment modifies the Transit-Supportive Development District (TSDD) to establish a maximum density of 200 dwelling units per acre and updates the district's description. Developers working in or considering properties in South Miami's TSDD should monitor this change, as it sets new density parameters that may affect development feasibility and project planning in that designated district.
PB-24-027 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
The City is seeking to amend the Transit-Supportive Development District (TSDD) ordinance to modify applicable development regulations. This is a revised staff report following a Planning Board remand, indicating changes to how development is regulated in the TSDD. Developers operating or planning projects in South Miami's transit-supportive district should monitor this case for potential impacts on permitted uses and development standards.
PB-24-021 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
The City of South Miami is creating a new Neighborhood Mixed-Use (NMU) zoning district and amending the Land Development Code to establish regulations for this district. This involves modifications to definitions, zoning regulations, and other development standards that could affect mixed-use development projects in the city.
PB-24-020 — Mixed-use project consisting of 1,513 residential units and approximately 350,000 square feet of non-residential floor area including retail, hotel, office, and recreation uses
Midtown Development is seeking initial site plan approval for a major 10.09-acre mixed-use development at Sunset Place containing 1,513 residential units and 350,000 square feet of retail, hotel, office, and recreation space in the Downtown SOMI district. This large-scale project will significantly impact traffic patterns, landscaping, and the character of the downtown area, with multiple review agencies providing comments on traffic and design elements.
PB-24-018 — Used Merchandise Establishments
The City of South Miami proposes to amend its zoning code to permit used merchandise establishments in the Low-Intensity Office District. This expansion of allowed uses could affect development opportunities and competitiveness in that district for commercial developers.
PB-24-019 — other
This ordinance amends the City of South Miami's Land Development Code to establish new regulations for residential single-family driveways, affecting design and construction standards across the city. Developers and property owners undertaking single-family residential projects will need to comply with these updated driveway requirements. The changes modify Articles II, III, and IV of the code, potentially affecting site planning and design for residential developments.
PB-24-017 — pd_amendment
The City of South Miami is amending the development regulations for the Transit Supportive Development District (TSDD) to modify applicable standards. This amendment affects all development within the TSDD boundaries and may impact permitted uses, density, setbacks, or other development parameters. Developers with properties or projects in this district should review the ordinance changes to ensure compliance.
PB-24-016 — plat
This case involves a waiver of plat to subdivide property in the Semi-Estate Residential (RS-2) district at 5400 SW 63 Avenue. The applicant is seeking approval to divide the property without full platting requirements under the City's Land Development Code. The decision will determine whether the subdivision can proceed with reduced documentation requirements.
PB-24-015 — Urgent care facilities
The City of South Miami is amending its zoning code to permit urgent care facilities and establish applicable regulations governing their use and development standards. This ordinance modifies Articles II, III, and IV of the municipal code to enable urgent care use throughout applicable zoning districts. Developers should review the adopted regulations to understand where urgent care facilities can be located and what development standards apply.
PB-24-013 — Skilled Nursing Facility
This case involves a special exception application for a large-scale skilled nursing facility development on approximately 0.8 acres at 7040 SW 61st Avenue and 7109 SW 61st Court. The project requires approval under Section 20-8.9 of the South Miami Land Development Code and will be subject to conditions enforcement and compliance requirements.
PB-24-014 — plat
The applicant is seeking tentative plat approval to subdivide a property in the RS-3 (Low Density Single-Family Residential) zoning district at 5865 N. Kendall Drive. This is a straightforward subdivision request that would affect lot configuration and density for the property. Note that this item was pulled from the agenda and did not proceed to a vote on the meeting date.
PB-24-012 — other
This ordinance amends the city's zoning regulations to modify supplemental regulations governing boat storage on single-family residential properties. The changes could affect how residential property owners are permitted to store boats and may impact development standards for single-family neighborhoods throughout South Miami.
PB-24-011 — other
This case involves an amendment to Section 20-4.10 of the City Land Development Code regarding garage sale permit application procedures. The amendment modifies administrative processes for garage sale permits but does not affect zoning districts, permitted uses, or development standards. Developers should monitor this case only if their projects include residential components that may be subject to garage sale regulations.
PB-24-010 — comprehensive_plan_amendment
The City is amending its Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Element to enable enhanced development in a designated Town Center area and along major corridors with supportive surrounding development. This city-wide land use amendment could significantly affect development opportunities and zoning patterns across multiple areas within South Miami. Developers should review the specific areas affected and new development standards established by this comprehensive plan amendment.
PB-24-009 — other
This is a comprehensive municipal code amendment restructuring the development approval process and the Environmental Review and Preservation Board. The changes affect the board's composition, powers, duties, and procedures, which may impact timelines and requirements for future development projects in South Miami.
PB-24-008 — Amendments to Transit-Oriented Development District regulations and zoning map clarifications
The City of South Miami is amending its zoning regulations to clarify the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) district boundaries and modify requirements for dwelling units within that area. The amendments include revisions to the official zoning map nomenclature to align with the regulatory changes. Developers with property in or near the TOD district should review these modifications, as they may affect permitted uses, density, and unit requirements.
PB-24-006 — other
The City is amending its landscaping and tree protection requirements in the Land Development Code, specifically modifying standards that apply to new construction, additions, and other structures on single-family and duplex lots. This administrative update affects development standards across all zoning districts for residential properties.
PB-24-007 — Two-family and townhouse residential development under new RT-18 zoning district
The City of South Miami is creating a new RT-18 "Two-Family/Townhouse Residential District" zoning classification with modified provisions for townhouse development. This ordinance establishes new regulatory standards that could affect how townhouse projects are approved and developed throughout the city. Developers working on two-family and townhouse projects should review the new RT-18 district regulations to understand updated requirements and opportunities.
PB-24-005 — plat
This case involves a final plat approval for subdividing a residential property in the RS-3 (Low Density Single-Family Residential) zoning district at 7709 SW 67 Avenue. The application includes tree disposition and landscape plans, indicating a development project subject to land development standards. Developers should monitor approval conditions and any subdivision requirements that may affect project feasibility.
PB-24-004 — other
This case amends Section 20-4.2(D) of the Land Development Code to allow building permits to be issued prior to final plat approval in certain circumstances. The change modifies the timing requirements for permit issuance relative to plat finalization, which could streamline development approvals for projects in South Miami.
PB-24-003 — other
This case involves amendments to the Land Development Code Section 20-5.15 regarding Certificates of Use, establishing additional regulatory requirements for certificate issuance and use. While this is an administrative/legislative action rather than a specific project rezoning, developers should track it as changes to certificate procedures could affect project approvals. The ordinance applies city-wide and may impact how future projects obtain and maintain certificates of use.
PB-24-002 — other
This ordinance amends the city's landscaping and tree protection requirements under Article IV of the Land Development Code. The changes modify how landscaping standards apply to new construction, additions, and other structures on single-family and duplex lots. Developers should review whether these revised requirements affect their project timelines and site design on residential properties.
PB-24-001 — other
This is an administrative ordinance amendment allowing the City of South Miami to use Miami-Dade County's publicly accessible website for publishing legally required advertisements and public notices instead of traditional publication methods. The changes affect multiple code sections governing procedures, publications, and development regulations. This case is unlikely to directly impact developers unless they are monitoring changes to the city's notice and publication requirements.
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