PB26-0854

PB26-0854, DRB APPEAL PROCESS.

DRB APPEAL PROCESS

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Proposal

The proposed ordinance amends the Miami Beach Resiliency Code to shift the first-tier appeal review of Design Review Board (DRB) decisions on design review approvals for non-city-owned properties from the City Commission to a specially appointed Special Magistrate. The Special Magistrate must be a Florida Bar attorney with expertise in planning, architecture, and urban design, serving three-year terms. Appeals involving city-owned property or public rights-of-way would remain with the City Commission.

Staff Recommendation

Compliance Findings:

Key Issues

• Shifting first-tier DRB appeal review from the City Commission to a Special Magistrate for non-city properties
• Retaining City Commission jurisdiction for appeals involving city-owned property or public rights-of-way
• Ensuring the Special Magistrate meets qualifications as a Florida Bar attorney with expertise in planning, architecture, and urban design
• Alignment of DRB appeal procedures with existing HPB Special Magistrate process
• Amendment is prospective only and does not apply to appeals filed under current LDR requirements
• Possibility that one qualified individual could serve as Special Magistrate for both HPB and DRB appeals

Cover Sheet

Land Use Document

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Application

PB26-0854 - Application & Affidavit

2.26 MB

Staff Report

PB26-0854, DRB Appeal Process - Staff Report & Recommendation.Sep26

201.57 KB