The board’s approval was based on the recommendation from city staff, which confirmed that the applicant met all six criteria required for a special exception in the M1 zoning district. These criteria included appropriate access provisions, adequate parking, compatibility with surrounding uses, and a logical extension of public services. The proposed business will primarily focus on online sales, with the physical location serving as a pickup point for customers. The applicant emphasized that walk-in purchases, while permitted, would not be the primary business model. The operational plan includes approximately 300 square feet of office space and 1,300 square feet for sales.

Board members discussed the necessity of the special exception for vehicle sales in the industrial district, acknowledging the requirement for public hearings as part of the process. They clarified that the business’s operational hours could be adjusted without requiring further board approval, providing flexibility for future business needs. The applicant, who has already secured necessary certificates from Miami-Dade County, sought the board’s approval as the final step to commence operations.

Despite the need for a special exception, there was no opposition from neighboring businesses or residents, and the board unanimously approved the motion, welcoming the new business to the area.