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PB26-0839
PB26-0839, WOLFSONIAN ARTS DISTRICT.
WOLFSONIAN ARTS DISTRICT
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Proposal
The proposed ordinance amends the Miami Beach Resiliency Code to eliminate off-street parking requirements for museums and art galleries within the Wolfsonian Arts District (CD-2), and to allow multi-story habitable rooftop additions on certain properties within the district (specifically Lots 11, 12, and 13 of Block 30, Ocean Beach Addition No. 2). These changes are intended to facilitate the expansion of The Wolfsonian-Florida International University museum at its Washington Avenue location, funded in part by a $10,000,000 allocation from the Miami Beach Cultural General Obligation Bond approved by voters in November 2022. The amendments support the creation of new public galleries and increased programmatic space for this important cultural institution.
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL
Transmit the proposed ordinance amendment to the Mayor and City Commission (City Commission) with a favorable recommendation.
Compliance Findings:
✗ Sea Level Rise: Addressed
✗ Comprehensive Plan: Consistent
✗ Land Development Regulations: Compliant
Key Issues
Potential increase in load on public facilities and infrastructure due to expanded development
Traffic congestion rated only 'Partially Consistent' - change not expected to significantly increase congestion but some impact acknowledged
The area is vulnerable to sea level rise impacts in the long term
Parking elimination applies only within the Wolfsonian Arts District overlay; loading space requirements remain in place
Multi-story rooftop additions are limited to specific lots (Lots 11, 12, and 13 of Block 30) and must not exceed maximum permitted building height
Historic Preservation Board review still required for rooftop additions under design and appropriateness guidelines
