Miami Beach Planning Board Backs Conditional Use Permit Amid New School Expansion Proposals

Overview: The Miami Beach Planning Board meeting on May 6 saw the board navigating contentious issues surrounding the expansion of educational facilities in residential areas, handling noise compliance for entertainment venues, and aligning landscaping regulations with county standards. The board tackled a diverse agenda, emphasizing community input, compliance with regulations, and the preservation of Miami Beach’s historical character.

Miami Beach Explores Development Amid Controversy Over Proposed Doville Hotel Site

Overview: The Miami Beach City Commission meeting focused heavily on the redevelopment of the Doville Hotel site, stirring debate among commissioners and residents. Concerns about the project’s impact on community character, housing, and public benefits dominated the discussions. The commission also addressed environmental initiatives, tenant rights, and international relations.

Miami Beach Preservation Board Debates Southshore Community Center’s Historic Status

Overview: During a recent Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board meeting, discussions centered around whether the Southshore Community Center should be designated as a historic site. The center, significant for its ties to urban renewal policies and its design by renowned architect Morris Lapidus, was the subject of debate regarding its historical and architectural value versus practical considerations like sea level rise and building integrity.

Miami Beach Committee Proposes Stricter Flood Resilience and Seawall Regulations

Overview: The Miami Beach Land Use and Sustainability Committee convened to address environmental and community matters, with the most discussions revolving around proposed amendments to enhance flood resilience and seawall regulations in light of rising sea levels. The committee also debated the potential conversion of a former permitting center into a marine science education center.

Miami Beach Board Denies Key Variance for Century Lane Development

Overview: The Miami Beach Design Review Board denied a critical variance request to aggregate three irregular lots into a single development on Century Lane, amid strong opposition from local residents concerned about the project’s scale and impact on the neighborhood.