Miami, FL Planning Board
Sundays tracks every public Planning Board meeting in Miami, FL and summarizes what was decided — master-plan re-examinations, redevelopment areas, rezonings and land-use ordinances. Land-use items are kept off the weekly Sundays email (they're a specialist read), but every one is archived here and verified against the official meeting record. 19 items on file; most recent July 26, 2026.
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Public hearing item PH6: Alapattah CRA redevelopment plan adoption (City Commission action following CRA meeting)
Following the Alapattah CRA meeting, the Commission approved PH6 with amendments to include the CRA meeting date and resolution information and to add backup documents (letters and certified mail receipts to taxing authorities). The item passed unanimously.
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Second reading: zoning atlas change for 770 NW 41 Avenue (T3-R to CI)
PZ3 was read as a second-reading ordinance changing the zoning classification for 770 NW 41 Avenue from T3-R (restricted) to CI (civic institution). It passed unanimously as part of a PZ block vote.
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City Clerk swearing procedures for planning and zoning/quasi-judicial items
The City Clerk explained that testimony for planning and zoning and quasi-judicial items must be sworn and administered an oath to those present who intended to provide testimony on such items.
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City Attorney procedural advisories and public comment rules
The City Attorney read meeting procedures, including lobbyist registration requirements, disclosure rules for requests involving real property, public comment limits and decorum rules, online comment options, and special procedures for planning and zoning (quasi-judicial) items.
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First reading: Zoning atlas change — 770 NW 41 Avenue (T3-R to CI)
The Commission approved first reading of an ordinance amending the zoning atlas to change the zoning classification for 770 NW 41 Avenue from T3-R (restricted) to CI (Civic Institution). Passed unanimously as part of a grouped vote.
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Alapata CRA: direction to transmit the community redevelopment plan to the City local planning agency
The Alapata CRA board approved a resolution directing the interim executive director to transmit the community redevelopment plan to the City of Miami local planning agency for review and recommendation at the next available meeting, pursuant to Florida Statutes section 16360.
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Planning/Zoning: indefinite deferral of PZ4 (mahogany tree intended decision appeal) and withdrawal of PZ3
A commissioner discussed canopy preservation and an arborist report recommending removal of a mahogany tree at 501 NE 55th Terrace; the Commission indefinitely deferred PZ4 for further arborist review and withdrew PZ3 at the applicant’s request.
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Boards and committees: BC18 Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board appointments/reappointments
The Commission approved reappointments and an appointment to the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board under BC18.
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City Attorney procedural and public comment rules; planning/zoning quasi-judicial procedures and ex parte disclosures
The City Attorney and City Clerk read procedural rules for meetings, lobbyist registration, disclosure requirements, agenda materials timing, public comment rules, and planning/zoning quasi-judicial procedures including oaths and ex parte disclosure requirements.
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Staff presentation: Bicycle Master Plan (RE2) and adoption
The Resilience and Public Works Director summarized the Bicycle Master Plan’s 10 priority projects intended for completion within 10 years, based on public input and alignment with Vision Zero and funding opportunities. The Commission approved RE2 as part of a block vote.
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Public comment (opening period) — multiple agenda items including PH1, RE2, RE4, RE9, PZ3/PC3, RE3, RE10/RE11, PH3, PH4
During the opening public comment period, residents and stakeholders spoke on multiple items: support for youth soccer field activation (PH1), support for the bicycle master plan (RE2), support for Baywalk improvements (RE4), support for the Flagler Street soccer event (RE9), and extensive opposition/concerns about PZ3/PC3 density transfer changes and process. Additional comments addressed housing conditions, Live Local Act litigation, a public safety bond, data transparency, and a proposed scholarship fund (PH4).
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City Clerk statement and administration of oath for PZ items
The City Clerk explained that testimony for planning/zoning quasi-judicial items must be sworn and administered an oath to those present for PZ items.
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City Attorney procedural statement (lobbying, disclosures, public comment, PZ procedures)
The City Attorney read required procedural and legal notices covering lobbyist registration, disclosure requirements, public comment rules, agenda materials, and planning/zoning quasi-judicial procedures.
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First Reading: Zoning Atlas Change and Voluntary Covenant (145 & 151 NW 60th Street)
The Commission approved PZ3 on first reading to amend the zoning atlas for property at 145 and 151 NW 60th Street, changing zoning classifications and accepting a voluntarily proffered covenant.
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Public Comment Period (Post-RE4): Elections, Tree Committee, Bicycle Master Plan, Wagner Creek, and Other Topics
After the RE4 deferral, the Commission heard additional public comment on multiple topics, including election-cycle reforms, creation of a tree ordinance advisory committee and calls for a tree-removal moratorium, support for Wagner Creek water-quality devices, concerns about bike lane safety downtown, and other neighborhood issues.
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Second Reading: Omnibus City Code Amendments
The Commission passed a comprehensive ordinance on second reading, amending dozens of chapters of the City Code ranging from fire protection to zoning fees.
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Agenda Setting and Deferrals
The Commission set the meeting agenda, approving several deferrals and withdrawals of resolutions and zoning items.
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Kirk Monroe Park Redevelopment Plan
This ordinance outlines the redevelopment and improvement of Kirk Monroe Park in Coconut Grove, Miami, focusing on enhancing park accessibility, design, and amenities. It highlights community feedback, design processes, and plans for balancing public use with environmental sustainability.
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Amendment to City Commission Procedures
This ordinance amends Chapter 2 of the City of Miami Code, modifying provisions related to the timing of hearings for zoning map amendments and other actions involving land use changes. It aligns city procedures with Florida state statutes for zoning and land-use-related hearings.