North Miami Planning Commission Approves Security Wall for Yeshiva Elementary Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the North Miami Planning Commission approved a proposal for a six-foot high masonry wall at Yeshiva Elementary School to enhance security, particularly in response to rising anti-Semitic threats. The commission also considered the potential for public art on the wall.

Biscayne Park Planning Board Denies Construction Fence Application Despite County Extension

Overview: The Biscayne Park Planning Board meeting held on January 6, 2025, was dominated by discussions on compliance with local zoning regulations, with notable focus on the denial of an application for a temporary construction fence, despite an extension granted by the Miami-Dade County Unsafe Structures Board. The meeting also saw detailed reviews of various construction projects.

Biscayne Park Code Compliance Board Tables $10,000 Lien Case for Further Documentation

Overview: During the recent Biscayne Park Code Compliance Board meeting, a focus was on the contested $10,000 charge related to professional services for a hearing before the Miami-Dade County Unsafe Structures Board. Concerns over transparency and documentation were voiced by attorney Matthew Kramer, representing the property owner on Northeast 21st Street. Kramer highlighted the lack of an itemized bill and questioned the reasonableness of the fee, prompting the board to table the case until January for further documentation.

Biscayne Park Planning Board Tackles Glass Fence Regulations and Setback Challenges

Overview: The Biscayne Park Planning Board meeting featured discussions on local zoning regulations, focusing on the denial of a glass pool fence due to material restrictions, and ongoing challenges with setback regulations. Applicants faced difficulties in aligning their proposals with the community’s strict zoning codes, particularly concerning the use of materials not approved by local ordinances and the need for proper setback adherence.

Biscayne Park Planning Board Tackles Glass Fence Regulations and Setback Challenges