Property

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DRB25-1121

120 MacArthur Causeway

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting design review approval for the construction of a new private marina with associated gatehouse and amenities on a vacant waterfront lot. The project consists of four buildings: a gatehouse, a three-story Marina Pavilion, a two-story Owner's Pavilion, and a two-story Marina Operations building, along with outdoor amenities.

From the Letter of Intent

Redevelopment of the property with a private marina for use by the owner and guests. The project includes four elegantly proportioned pavilions with refined detailing, expansive glazed openings, and over-sailing roof planes strategically sited to capture views to the southwestern edge and waterways beyond.

  • Construction of Gatehouse with reception area, security offices, mail room, storage facilities, trash rooms, loading bays, and mechanical equipment
  • Construction of Marina Pavilion with laundry and kitchen facilities, seating room, gym with sauna, showers, changing rooms, and rooftop pool
  • Construction of Owner's Pavilion with grand seating area, support facilities, office space, storage areas, and adjacent pool
  • Construction of Marina Operations building with offices, workshop, storage facilities, meeting room, and employee kitchen
  • Installation of mooring hardware for vessels
  • Landscaped gardens and courtyard between pavilions
  • Driveways and site improvements
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Compliance Findings:

✗ Sea Level Rise: Not Satisfied ✗ Design Review Criteria: Not Satisfied
Key Issues
  • Lighting not satisfying design review criteria
  • Sea level rise and resiliency review criteria not fully satisfied
  • Biscayne Bay shoreline setback requirements not met
  • Mitigation required for shoreline development review
Project Details
Style Contemporary architectural style featuring limestone cladding, clerestory windows, and expansive roof eaves
Height 46'-9.25" from BFE +5' (maximum allowed 75'-0")
FAR Proposed: 0.23 (36,935 SF), Permitted: 1.0 (161,716 SF)
Zoning I-1, Light Industrial
Lot Size 161,671 SF (3.7 Acres)
Setbacks 25-foot minimum shoreline setback required, proposed buildings have varying setbacks of 36'-0", 20'-0", and 29'-3"
Parking Required: 5 spaces, Provided: 6 spaces, plus 3 loading spaces and 12 bicycle parking spaces
Applicant One Island Park LLC
Architect BMA Architects
Meeting

Thursday, November 20, 2025

09:00 AM

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