08-23-07 Special Proposed Rev to FLU Element - Jay BeckmanAugust 23, 2007
Commissioner Jay Beckman
Proposed Revisions to Future Land Use Element — Goals, Objectives and Policies
FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
Adopted 8/19/97 by Ord. No. 20 -97 -1641; Amended 3 /7/00 by Ord. No. 1 -00 -1703;
Amended 11/7/00 by Ord. No. 27 -00 -1729
Goal 1 To maintain and improve the City's neighborhoods, and the quality of
life of existing and future residents.�eserve and -eoaee
the Git
quality of life in the existing sh;gle_
farina FeSidenti.al nelghbWhe•aead
• 1' fir ea€°ncn €n it. l `eomn ��c td a�lC�Ci L� °1eg to ad� r es E�"' -� Issue ll.l�a=,
"O'suc ap-went and Redevelopment". The ar ertdnte ne reflects
he C[ty's cornn, tmen. t to enhance and hT- Lp'rove all area's.
Ol�ective 1.1 The City shall implement its Future Land Use Plan Map through its land
development regulations. �f�, m ;ate - &Uses that are inconsistent with the
community character as set forth on the Future Land Use Map. shall be
eliminated Cfiminatfen of ear reh ine.eneaWent uses nhag he aneemnfie+herl With
proper respect for the vested rights of property owners. Amortization shall
not be used to implement this objective.
f . scn for em- anamant: Recommandation L °2.5 to address EAR Issue H.A.,
"Davalarayrdent ax G 1 4 sv l prn nk "'< Thm �,ra�end nt olar Ht
this vity's U-f€ ization of lts lard de %felo,p!nznt FeaWadons as a tool
for irnple€�enting fllhe Future Land Use flan ��ape
3 t-C1f 1.1.1 lflAWR epe a ar of ardeptien of this plan enant zGRiRg Fnnedifinatienea to ae+ear rFe
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implernaentatign of the ehhaRggees tq� �ture 1—and- The I �nrd use
By 2010, the City shall review and, as appropriate: revise, its
land development regulations in- order to: eliminate inconsistencies with the
Comprehensive Plan: implement recommendations contained in
neighborhood or special area plans and/or charrettes: ensure appropriate
transitions between different neighborhoods and uses: ensure appropriate
height and site development requirements: promote pedestrian friendly,
mixed -use development and redevelopment: buffer neighborhoods from the
encroachment of incompatible uses: provide additional standards regulating
tear -downs and new construction, reconstruction or additions in developed
single family residential neighborhoods in order to ensure that such
development and redevelopment is compatible with the surroundina
neighborhood; provide for appropriate incentives and bonuses, and: evaluate
the costs and benefits of existing incentives and bonuses.
a e d ent: econ� n �w'i n L ° fo ad (roes EA, R e ru a I. A.,
'Tevelop ens and develop ent ". Th!a amendrrntent re=flects
the current adoption status of ne Plan, and prov €des a
fr e 4 orl� fir a er€din the land development reg€ lagons to
add€ 'es sqT ''ic iseues €aFsed during ahie pull €c finvclvem6nt
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Policy 1.1.2 In reviewing proposed amendments to this plan and the Zoning Map,
compatibility with adjacent uses shall be the major determinant.
Policy 1.1.3 There shall be no additional intrusion of
or business uses into residential areas designated on the Future Land Use
or GQ67sev- ris-Iae�`Iptcq 10 S fAl
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R sas a on for a E, s, i 16- mt e n t: Rocomrnendatlan LU-4., to adAid-ress EAR Issue 11 AA
"Doi fefor ment and L The anendm ent L e, acts
Concerns abourt. fl-.he [pretoatdon of reeEdenftal areas that were
rafted durt,,ng she 1pulb[Illo rnvo[vernrsnt process for the 161-'AR.
Policy 1.1.4. Although there are currently no military installations within or proximate to
South Miami, the City shall adhere to State statutory requirements to ensure
compatibility of new development and redevelopment with military operations
if a military installation is located within or within one-half mile of fts
boundaries in the future.
Reason for amendr-nient: Recommend&tdon LU-6 to addrees requhrements of S. 163.311777,
FlorMa 13 alcuutes, as annanded in 2004 (EAR Chapter W D.).
Objective 1.2 Preserve historic bgLld M, sites and districts located within the City thro
the appropriate mechanisms. Fese6*Gea by Wegei44pg ne demefitiep a
P;9GeRAViira6ei4 of-the 6peGffied reseurGea identified in F4guFe 1. 4.
FRI e a a o n, for eb E -n e En -a" m � en R o c c n r, t e n d a t i o rt,, LU-7. to addreas F-F A R fzeue 11. A-,
"Devska-r-m-ent and Thts amendment broadens
the obliscUve to address IMistaft resources that may be
destgneted. h-L, th-a fut-urs, anc! ttha renge af pE.eserva-tiorn
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Policy 1.2.1 The EI*F9nmeR Review and Historic Preservation Board shall review all
new development proposals to assure preservation of the City's limited
historic resources.
Reason for amendment: 1-3 e c o nn- m an, ca, at i o n- LU-8. to Edzlress EAR Issue [LA.,
"Development and The amandnnenit updSlte-s
and corrects tEhe name of the reft-lren("ad B-aand-
Policy 1.2.2 The historic character of Sunset Drive, as evidenced by its designation as a
historic roadway both to the east and west of the City, should be continued
with the City of South Miami via State or Federal designation.
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Objective 1.3 Assure adequate public facilities to serve new development. See policy for
measurability.
Policy 1.3.1 The development code shall include language that continues to require that
the developers shall provide drainage, sewer connections and other feasible
public facilities in conformance with level -of- service standards and concurrent
with the development. Development permits shall be conditioned on the
provision of such facilities.
Objective 1.4 Maintain and review a revised development code that includes innovative
zoning techniques relative to the transition between residential and non-
residential gis tricts.
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Policy 1.4.1 The City tit . mixed land use zoning categories to achieve creative
development in the transition areas between commercial and residential and
to achieve the goals set forth in the public charrettes.
Policy 1.4.2 As a part of the development code review, refine provisions relative to open
space, stormwater management and on -site traffic flow; give particular
attention to on -site parking requirements based upon the policies that back-
up the Future Land Use Map.
Objective 1.5 The City
shall continue, to coordinate with Miami -Dade County Public Schools in
accordance with the 2003 `9nterlocal Agreement for Public School Facility
Plannina in Miami -Dade County'; as it may be amended from time to timed
Reason for caG4 enra'msnto eco E°me[ daft n LU-9. to address EAPR �,es- a IM, " eeca.3 is -Putt
nd Gave[-nme unit Saruftea ". .h sm,: ;[°dment rs leas F: e
rp- Fnnr fmg presortbed In the [re- farence F.In"aft a.l Ag["eernent.
Policy 1.5.1 The City shall participate with the Miami -Dade Public School System in
review of criteria and standards necessary to assure adequate public school
capacity, including new schools and expansion of existing schools.
Policy 1.5.2
During pre - development program planning and site selection activities, the
City shall coordinate with the Miami -Dade Public Schools and continue to
seek, where feasible and mutually acceptable, to collocate schools with other
public facilities; such as parks, libraries, and community centers to the extent
possible. rna sr. - d d`r G
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To preserve and enhance the
she,..r,ing f..nrAiein of the City's Hometown DIstric6by continuing to
foster its aree, by eRGOUFagi g Development and
redevelopment as a vibrant, walkable, mixed -use town center as
envisioned in the Hometown R21ans, Community Redevelopment
Agency plans, and other plans that may be adopted by the City. mil`'}
Miami's Sunset area east of US 1 Is ene nt the me st "a-l'
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During pre - development program planning and site selection activities, the
City shall coordinate with the Miami -Dade Public Schools and continue to
seek, where feasible and mutually acceptable, to collocate schools with other
public facilities; such as parks, libraries, and community centers to the extent
possible. rna sr. - d d`r G
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To preserve and enhance the
she,..r,ing f..nrAiein of the City's Hometown DIstric6by continuing to
foster its aree, by eRGOUFagi g Development and
redevelopment as a vibrant, walkable, mixed -use town center as
envisioned in the Hometown R21ans, Community Redevelopment
Agency plans, and other plans that may be adopted by the City. mil`'}
Miami's Sunset area east of US 1 Is ene nt the me st "a-l'
tR ea..c. n f, o a €[L'v= tin diE`�; �c.nE Re 0c[Eb €n�.c €G<_�.. H c € L" °10. to aG °GFt ess E e :.t e 6es€,<e EGoAGy
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Objective 2.1 Discourage urban commercial spra I by enhancing
as the Citys prirne retail and com ercial service center, ^^ c ^ ^ ^�'- °-' * ^ in
accordance with the Future Land U e Map. fleas -F^c, &y shhn There shall
be non rajer-=� ., of single- family ,,
Reason far annenaft-nent.
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Policy zt: —
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"Devslom€"€ ent and SIsdava-4o-pi-ne€`t". TIne airs €).. -d'mr -ant Fs
v jit € � � C! oeC p� snT- [a s �:€ ad (} cE s, u ind [ € etact, € . alden& aJ,
areas from tha sn'.0ro �ch €°dent o rises.
The City shall seek to ensure bicycle and pedestrian connectivity in a# areas
within its boundaries, in accordance with neighborhood plans and the
Comprehensive Long Range Transportation Study. Prep" -a skd �' �
eayson fr-v mndi,nizant: LU-I2. to add,reasa 1El- R tee, ue ii A.,
intended ! [ € °i:kvdds mo €n acco€`dG acre
usith €°edeva� ra me t pfa€ s and gca[s, and protect reeide dl .i
areas Nrorm the, fw`incrosi Ft[ ent of non€esiF t€ tiad %_ sqs.
Policv 2.1.2
Policy 2.1.3
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Continue to monitor parking usage to determine rovi-renj -j�a--�rd
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Oppose street widenings that would either feed more through traffic into the
downtown area or adversely impact its pedestrian amenities in downtown
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the �.t�E" ei�. ,,.r:t,�t.� of dCc� €� °Ec€�1.���:s€d [�E .�rE .�k i��z°.�5. �; at�f,� �'�� e Cv�.
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Objective 2.1 Discourage urban commercial spra I by enhancing
as the Citys prirne retail and com ercial service center, ^^ c ^ ^ ^�'- °-' * ^ in
accordance with the Future Land U e Map. fleas -F^c, &y shhn There shall
be non rajer-=� ., of single- family ,,
Reason far annenaft-nent.
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Policy zt: —
eccE G 4 € E€ [ L )'=1I., to e,dd ess PUR,c ISsura E .A.,
"Devslom€"€ ent and SIsdava-4o-pi-ne€`t". TIne airs €).. -d'mr -ant Fs
v jit € � � C! oeC p� snT- [a s �:€ ad (} cE s, u ind [ € etact, € . alden& aJ,
areas from tha sn'.0ro �ch €°dent o rises.
The City shall seek to ensure bicycle and pedestrian connectivity in a# areas
within its boundaries, in accordance with neighborhood plans and the
Comprehensive Long Range Transportation Study. Prep" -a skd �' �
eayson fr-v mndi,nizant: LU-I2. to add,reasa 1El- R tee, ue ii A.,
intended ! [ € °i:kvdds mo €n acco€`dG acre
usith €°edeva� ra me t pfa€ s and gca[s, and protect reeide dl .i
areas Nrorm the, fw`incrosi Ft[ ent of non€esiF t€ tiad %_ sqs.
Policv 2.1.2
Policy 2.1.3
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Continue to monitor parking usage to determine rovi-renj -j�a--�rd
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Oppose street widenings that would either feed more through traffic into the
downtown area or adversely impact its pedestrian amenities in downtown
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Policy 2.1.4 Discourage urban--- commer_cial_sprawl -by promoting growth in the core area
surrounding the Metrorail Transit Station by creating a district for new growth
which is contained and transit- oriented, thereby relieving the pressure for
commercial rezonings outside of this core area.
GGal -X-- To achieve a tax base adequate to support a high level of municip
ervlces via increased mixed -use projects and flexible building Won is
E s®nj�e�en with- -a designated Transit - Oriented Develo ent
riots [TODD] to the extent that develo ment and redevelo ent in
n districts does not adverse! impact surrounding nei h orhoods
►�Qwn C-'`, and u S.
if Eu..�scrt or �.m -ndmarit- �C_ oE`€� €7� e ERGdatNa L UP 1 . �E E f (�� c� C €
ClYh& D! -son Ell s uvE � '� E`r"t�[?L "9 EETL,Ey ` C-€ 6dnnanI €e�fls t
/ t�E� E ' E T � 'C r E � E�. €L c� tI nfe D..,-v - a��'� c €4 € ,GCE v €
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add, as m G E efi� ab- CEO 6six p.�rL t €emu stcc E g g
l�d.VL� suxro[.��6�G; -= �[ € aFgh €_7.crhott�ds artd uses.
Continue to
increase the City's fax ase and fiscal health th augh new development and
redevelopment, increase property values an exations imi2act fees, ra ants.
and other strata is es as ag & date.
t Lef:Neo, n. for meL�f�x� €nento 4i"b.�Fw. tf�oJE�1Lt'liae'E Eb1.,.:: dot, L ��'vw(:: j': F � t "o C'f .'�r+6 ess �,E" -tom L 9.se.'6vs f.t.�.v ".., cE ry'4.et,o G�Y._'F
Hca-an -'tI.� e nd! G `Tern, = `(€ S E� ,'z 'S. € E' E C" li°E €5 � �`t ?[ E € � u n `
€ d cbEk by oi ml c etructurs and amr,' -tee.
p icy Zone for new development and re evelo meet in accordance with the Future
Land Use Map, including multi -st ry and ed -use districts.
3ali ^as 4 1 Enforce the City's zoning and ther land deve pment codes.
-� Pursue traffic policies, par ing policies and ped strian amenity policies that
enhance downtown, and ereby the tax base.
Oriented
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ef land uses via multiple-pf9IeGts-.
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Reason M en dm �3 '����� L U-I5. - to G����r��s laa�'a�'�C- ���..�'.x CJ:'G k�. .;,,.
`sr4 c�a.s�t€Q �Gec6fF €E�'a �
" "eve -1 pmeot; amd The amand € -tent reffem s
the estal Helh ant of Trans'K ted Drab "'el "mment Dristricts, and
adl,dreeses n c9mns a i,Souut? ". [aL[r c= -, a- n, kFr[ Eke acira 0Int
'77 l _ €
1�JvZ sur[oundifrig neIgInhorhoo and uses.
ees.
p i ` h. fees for parks transportation, public safety, and other services as
c appropriate.
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Reason 'or a mendmis eta
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''ecommend,c xian LU C . to address EAIR ��seua iI.l ., c ry -C�a_-
, saftl and Govearnrn,.ant SsFvkes" e dditioE`3a impvc -t fps are
potandal mischsnfsm for enswrfnig Unts City's abtlfty to provide kisay
irdra-struature abed services at adopte'd L e"Vele of service through
tl�e pPamnnFng :erioA..
Policy`31-:: By 2010, the City shall seek to improve the delivery of services and reds —..e
inefficiencies through a program of annexations that will result in more logical
City boundaries and reduce enclaves.
RcEson for aimcmdr-nente LU 17, to address r--'AR Issue H. D., sfs-c
Health and Government Ssrvices". E nnexat!ens arm a potential
tool fa-r @ncreae4 q the Uty's tax bmse a fd, mrepEoOn s s
` cam;,„.
d llIve ry duchrig dine pIs. runihng PariCal
Goal 4 To preserve and enhance the natural environmental characteristics of
South Miami.
Objective 4.1 Coordinate - future land uses with topography, soil conditions and t o
- availability of facilities and services. This objective is met if future land use
and development intensities are consistent with the Future Land Use fvfa
and in compliance with other relevant development regulations of the City.
Policy 4.1.1 Maintain the single - family land use and zoning in west central South Miami ir€
order to protect the wellfields that abut the City near Ludlam Road:
specifically, Nelson Homesites subdivision, Tranquility Estates subdivision,
Linden Acres subdivision, Sunset circle subdivision, the unplatted area
immediately west of Sunset Circle, South Side Estates subdivision and the
parcel area immediately south of South Side Estates.
Objective 4.2 Preserve natural resources whenever possible. Natural resources shall be
defined as specific communities of regional ecological significance.
Policy 4.2.1 The Environmental Review and Preservation Board shall review all new
development applications to assure realistic protection and enhancement of
natural features, particularly water bodies and tree stands.
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P-_U 4 2.2 The City shall assist the Metropolitan Dade County Departmerr of
Environmental Resource Management in the protection and preservabuion of
the Girl Scout Park as a "natural forest community," for as long as the DarKi PIS
designated by DERM as a "natural forest community.:
Ob 4.3 Assist the County in making land available for sewer facilities as requfrct
can not be measurable in advance of County plans.
Ftflicy 4.3.1 Reserve land for 1pump stations if required by the County's extension of s ,vie
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lines, which in turn is a water quality protection program.
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Obfeetive 4.4 Preserve floodplain areas via floodplain management and lirrft g
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Q- development within the Special Flood Hazard Area.
1) Objective 9J-5.006(3)(b)5
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community.
2) Objective 9J-5.006(3)(b)6
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Critical State Conc ern.
To achieve revitalization
_91, redevelopment areas.
is not applicable since this is not a coaazr
is not applicable since this is not an Airea,
and renewal of areas designated as
GFeaUeR -,c Continue
to utilize the South Miami Communx
ki4*meRt the
Redevelopment Agency in order to spearhead Seuth Miami gem
4 South Miami 9GR4MLMi4 RedaV-_�=
Rede_venment Area
AgeR6� efforts to and work with citizens and stakeholders to improve 7--ka
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quality of life for citizens, businesses and property owners in the South M;am.1
Community Redevelopment Area.
RecommandatFon LUJ-118. to ed-11ar'reas E-2 A R Issue ILA-,
and Redleveicpment". 71511-re mrnslndrinent ieff!ects
t In 9 Ve t,0t t h at t he S! � o U t t F: �trT f, a M 1 C G r � i, n u n t y � eal's v e I ex r; € -n: e r, t A g an c y
has been astabUshe,,d.
&1.1, Implement and periodically update the PF9paFe and adept a South Miami
Community Redevelopment Plan for the area generally bounded by SW 62'�
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Pol 1cy 4.4.1
In coordination with the Transit-Oriented Development District, permit miome
intense development only in those areas which are located outside of J-,a
Special Flood Hazard Area.
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be transferred fr In
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�sf velopm ?nt within _r
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Special Flood Hazard Area, in ord elopment within the Traneo.-
Oriented DeveI9pxma9iW* i d
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s rict, while reducing the per tensities vvt
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tba-SpectMo—od Hazard Areas.
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Areas.
Policy 4.4.3
Develop a Transit-Oriented Development District and floodplain overlay
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in conjunction with new regulatory mechanisms to implement the preserv-
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of the floodplain and encourage development within the Transit -Overr
Development District.
1) Objective 9J-5.006(3)(b)5
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community.
2) Objective 9J-5.006(3)(b)6
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Critical State Conc ern.
To achieve revitalization
_91, redevelopment areas.
is not applicable since this is not a coaazr
is not applicable since this is not an Airea,
and renewal of areas designated as
GFeaUeR -,c Continue
to utilize the South Miami Communx
ki4*meRt the
Redevelopment Agency in order to spearhead Seuth Miami gem
4 South Miami 9GR4MLMi4 RedaV-_�=
Rede_venment Area
AgeR6� efforts to and work with citizens and stakeholders to improve 7--ka
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quality of life for citizens, businesses and property owners in the South M;am.1
Community Redevelopment Area.
RecommandatFon LUJ-118. to ed-11ar'reas E-2 A R Issue ILA-,
and Redleveicpment". 71511-re mrnslndrinent ieff!ects
t In 9 Ve t,0t t h at t he S! � o U t t F: �trT f, a M 1 C G r � i, n u n t y � eal's v e I ex r; € -n: e r, t A g an c y
has been astabUshe,,d.
&1.1, Implement and periodically update the PF9paFe and adept a South Miami
Community Redevelopment Plan for the area generally bounded by SW 62'�
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Avenue to the north; Red Road to the east; Sunset Drive to the south; and
SW 62nd Avenue to the west.
Policy 5.1.2
Objective 5.2
aC_C,r1[°Cia€ aatFdoi% 11__U- 19. to Fddreeaa EFAF -1 lzaus €�.,�t.s
X61 � l mC k&t and The r6f acts
'Lha hn-ct tlW: the South Miami CannC`t`t€ n ty FledevMap[ eLnt Plan
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hes bear! a de tee.
Implement priority SMCRP programs and projects, including but not limited
to: "in- fill" housing, construction of multi - family units, substantial rehabilitation
of housing (HUD Complex), and streetscape and infrastructure
improvements.
Maximize resources for redevelopment by utilizing applicable federal, state,
local and private incentivelfunding programs.
flticy 5.2.1 Maintain the Desigi ;, 34e + "° South Miami Community Redevelopment Area's
designation as an Urban Infill and Redevelopment Area, pursuant to F.S.
Statute 163.2514.
Rlecarntm9C,datFoin L 20. to a, dress ter' -R tsui,a EL A.5
"Dale' n@ld.pment and, €aadp^"evs!cpnnant "9. The rsi'[Scts
the famt thel the SGWe A 1 eamfl Camnmu €-:ety FrRedPevelopment r ea
has beert designated.
P011cy 5.2.2 Obtain planning and implementation funding for the South Miami Community
Redevelopment Area from grants available through the Urban Infill and
Redevelopment Area grant program, the Community Development Block
grant program and other appropriate grant programs.
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Future Land Use Categories
This section contains language which explains the intent of the future land use map. Zoning
regulations which permit uses that are specifically permitted by this section and that also perrnio
uses that are less intensive than those permitted by this section may be deemed to be consistent
with the comprehensive plan. Zoning regulations that are more restrictive than the provisions of this
section may also be consistent with the comprehensive plan. The terms "less intensive" and "more
restrictive" in this section are not defined in this plan.
Planned unit development zoning regulations which permit buildings to be higher than stated in this
plan may be deemed consistent with this plan, provided such regulations do not permit the overaif
floor area on a site to be greater than could occur if the height limits of this plan were observed_
Nothing in this plan is intended, or has the effect of, limiting or modifying the right of any person to
complete any planned development which has been issued a final planned development order
which is in full force and effect and where development has commenced and is continuing in good
faith, provided that all regulations and conditions as imposed by the City are met. Any legally
granted variances to a development code regulation which implements this plan shall be deemed to
be a legally granted variance to this plan and as such shall be deemed to be consistent with this
plan. This variance provision shall apply to all elements and sections of this plan.
Vested Rights:Nothing contained herein shall be construed as affecting validly existing ve stad
rights. It shall be the duty and the responsibility of the applicant alleging vested rights to
affirmatively demonstrate the legal requisites of vested rights. Vested rights shall require a
demonstration to the Mayor and City Commission of the City of South Miami that the applicant (1)
has relied in good faith, (2) upon some act or omission of the government, and (3) has made such a
substantial change in position or incurred such extensive obligations and expenses to the
applicants detriment as to create an undue hardship. The mere existence of zoning contrary to t
South Miami Comprehensive Plan shall not be determined to vest rights. Development acs:
where all required approvals have been received, or orders and permits that preceded the ofa�
adoption of this Comprehensive Plan shall remain in full force and effect but subject to all apply-bra
zoning laws and regulations of the City. The land development regulations to be adopted sha
provide for specific standards to carry out these concerns.
To reflect repeated public concerns expressed at the charrettes and public hearings regarding
preponderance of land development regulations, the land use categories are reduced to reflect tf
traditional land use designations utilized by the planning profession. Regulation of specific Us=
and intensities will be included under provisions in the Land Development Code.
Single - Family Residential (Two Story)
The single - family land use category is intended to provide for one residential dwelling unit on each
parcel of land. New parcels should have a minimum area of 10,000 square feet. In areas where
existing platting is characterized by parcels larger than 10,000 square feet, zoning regulations
should be consistent with surrounding parcel sizes. Sites large enough to be subdivided into
parcels of 10,000 square feet or larger could be zoned accordingly, but only,if such zoning would be
compatible with surrounding development.
Lot of Record: If the owner of a platted lot in any district does not own a parcel or tract of land
immediately adjacent to such lot, or if the deed or instrument under which such owner acquired title
to such lot was of record prior to application of any zoning regulations to the premises, or if such lot
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were created and first recorded in compliance with the zoning regulations in effect on the lot at the
�n~e of recording, and if such lot does not conform to the requirements of such regulations as to e
, of lot and lot area and lot width regulations shall not prevent the owner of such lot -horn.
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crew rig a single - family dwelling or making other improvements on the lot, provided such
-^ra.,ernents conform in all other respects to the applicable zoning regulations provided that su-.s
oa tled lot is not less than fifty feet in width and has a frontage of at least fifty feet. The femn
Vlalned lot" as used herein shall mean a full and complete separate parcel designated as a l=ot
,parcel, or tract as part of a subdivision plat recorded in the public records of Miami -Dade County,
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Zoning regulations shall not require any, special hearing or approval process for lots that meet the
requirements set forth herein.
Duplex Residential (Two Story)
The duplex residential category is intended to provide for two residential dwelling units per parcel cf
land. Each dwelling unit should have its own at -grade direct access from the out -of- doors. Two -
family structures should be developed at densities that dlo not exceed two dwelling units per 10,DOG
square feet. ,
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Townhouse Residential (Two Story)
The townhouse residential category is intended to limit development to townhouse type dweffing
units on parcels of land not less than 10,000 square feet in area. Each dwelling unit should have its
own at -grade direct access from the out -of- doors. Townhouse dwelling units should be developed
at densities that do not exceed one dwelling unit per 7,260 square feet of site area. lndiv[dU_J
parcels which meet the minimum site size of 10,000 square feet in area could be developed for us~
as single family residential dwelling units. Zoning regulations which implement the townh(YJ
category shall prohibit two- family structures; and, one single - family structure may be perm ftendr
secure a vested right to use any legally created parcel which does not meet the minimum lot siKZe _ .
requirements of this plan and /or the zoning ordinance. This 1aRGI use Gatnrrnnr is
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Multi - Family Residential (Four Story)
The multiple - family residential land use category is intended to provide for residential densities -of
up to a maximum of 24 dwelling units per net acre. Multiple- family residential development shaff be
designed in order to create environmentally - sensitive and well - landscaped settings with pedestrian
and multi - modal, transit oriented amenities. Zoning regulations shall be implemented to preserve
the existing densities of developed properties within established districts. Designers should be
encouraged to produce unique, flexible„ multi -level projects, such as mixed -use developments,
including retail and office uses on ground floor levels. Zoning regulations for the proposed Park
View Townhouse area should include an option whereby townhouse developments could be
permitted at densities not to exceed 24 dwelling units per acre.
Residential Office (Two Story)
The residential office land use category is intended to provide for the development of very-low
intensity office structures that are similar in development characteristics to single - family homes.
Development characteristics shall include but not be limited to height, mass, volume, parking and
landscaping. Buildings shall not exceed two stories. In addition, heavy landscaping and screening
small be provided for parking areas, trash storage and other non - residential site characteristics.
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office use and office services that are characteristic of commercial development. Adopted ZOO" "
regulations shall reinforce the "no widenings" policy as set forth in the Traffie-- Care= -
Transporta*m Element by encouraging the containment of development along existing State ar
County Nigh- design roadway facilities. (97- 1 EA) This land use n.,+-n.n
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Mixed -Use Commercial /Residential (Four -Story)
The mixed -use commercial /residential land use category is intended to provide for different levels of
retail uses, office uses, retail and office services, and residential dwelling units with an emphasis o
mixed -use development that is characteristic of traditional downtowns. Permitted heights arm
intensities shall be set forth in the Land Development Code. Regulations regarding the permilled
height, density and intensity in zoning districts for areas designated as mix
commercial /residential shall provide incentives for transit- oriented development and mix
development. Zoning regulations shall reinforce "no widenings" policy set forth in the
GiFswlafieR Transportation Element by encouraging use of MetroRail system.
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adopts a F.A.R. of 1.6 for this land use category which is the existing F.A.R. in the
Develop nt Code for the corresponding zoning district. In addition, the City adopts a m `
residentia density of 24 dwelling units per acre.. In order to ensure a mix of uses, the City r
that a mi imum of two of the above uses must be developed within this category. For resit% ` Y
projects, t a minimum, at least one floor must allow retail. For retail projects, at a minim, at
least one floor must contain residential or retail
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Transit - Oriented Development District [TODD] (Flexible Height up toXStories)
The Transit- Oriented Development District: is intended to provide for the development of affce
office services, office- related retail, retail, retail services, and residential uses in multi -stogy,
mixed -use projects that are characteristic of transit - oriented developments. Permitted heights
intensities shall be set forth in the Land Development Code, including design standards. ZorAirq
regulations shall encourage development within the TODD in conjunction with limiting
development within the Special Flood Hazard Area.. The City shall pursue incentive programs
redevelopment including flexible building heights and design standards to insure that respohs
effective and aesthetically pleasing projects result.
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Public Institutional Uses (Four-Story)
The public and intuitional land use category is intended to provide for public schools, murd�:-
facilities, utilities, churches, temples, synagogues and similar uses. Areas designated pk-ib anid .
institutional should not be used for other purposes without an amendment to this plan.. Zoz-
regulations could permit public and institutional uses on sites not so designated by this plan.
Educational Uses (as a subcategory of the public institutional land use designation)
The- "educational uses" land use sub-category is intended to provide for public school uses. Ase
designated as educational should not be used for other purposes without an amendment to f1rd
plan. Zoning regulations could permit public educational uses on sites not so designated by "C1275
plan. Public schools are hereby defined as public institutions of general education o {ate
kindergarten through 12 1h grade education or some substantial portion thereof, and are own-ad
operated by the Dade County Public School system Building heights shall not ex
maximum permitted heights in the surrounding zoning districts; and in no case shall
exceed four stories in height.
Parks and Open Space
The parks and open space land use category is intended to provide for public parks, park ami
space areas, including those associated with public schools. Sites designated parks and op=t,
space should not be used for other purposes without an amendment to this land use plan. Zan-J-;--
regulations could permit park and open space uses on sites not so designated by this plan. Lasrdd�.
exchange may precede amendment to this plan providing that levels-of-service established 1-n tha
Recreation and Open Space Element are maintained; this provision is included for the purpose of
providing for land use designation of future park reconfiguration. Zoning regulations should per , _-
park-related buildings (e.g., indoor athletic and passive recreation facilities) on land already
designated as Parks and Open Space.
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