Miami Beach Board of Adjustment Approves Variances for Alton Road Home Renovation Amid Flooding Concerns

Overview: The Miami Beach Board of Adjustment, in its recent meeting, approved several variances for a home renovation project on Alton Road, aimed at combating severe flooding issues.

Doral City Council Approves Human Trafficking Awareness Ordinance Amid Concerns Over Local Events

Overview: The Doral City Council convened on September 9, 2024, to address multiple issues, including the approval of a human trafficking awareness ordinance, modifications to local development projects, and updates to advisory board rules.

Coral Gables City Commission Prioritizes Arts and Culture, Proposes Key Developments

Overview: The Coral Gables City Commission meeting on October 8, 2024, saw discussions on cultural initiatives, key developments, and community issues.

Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board Urges Delay in Demolition of Historic Structure Amid Concerns

Overview: At the recent Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board meeting, the impending demolition of a historic building on Pennsylvania Avenue emerged as a central issue, drawing significant concern from board members and community stakeholders. This structure, part of the Fisher Fineberg collection and owned by the Miami-Dade County School Board, has been vacant for nearly 15 years. The school board plans to proceed with demolition citing the building’s disrepair, but the board emphasized that the demolition should comply with historic preservation regulations, which mandate a Certificate of Appropriateness.

Sweetwater City Commission Discusses New Impact Fees and Prepares for Impending Hurricane

Overview: The Sweetwater City Commission convened to address various topics, including a review of the city’s impact fees for new construction, preparations for an impending hurricane, and the completion of a new pedestrian bridge aimed at improving student safety.