In a move aimed at the political dynasties that have long dominated Miami City Hall, District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo wants voters to approve new rules preventing former officials from returning to office.
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Highrise Housing Coming to West Grove
The 20-story mixed-income residential development was approved last month by the Miami-Dade County Commission under new county zoning rules.
Housing Within Reach for West Grove Residents
A nonprofit organization is seeking City of Miami support for a proposed mixed-use project that backers say would help to stabilize a neighborhood threatened by rising real estate prices and the loss of cultural identity.
Police Amp Up Security for Art Festival
Miami Police are implementing new security measures for this year’s Coconut Grove Art Festival in the wake of the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans.
Is Grove Garage Gouging Customers?
Despite a 1997 agreement that capped parking rates in perpetuity in exchange for extra building height and density in Center Grove, a McFarlane Road parking garage is facing renewed allegations of exorbitant prices and excessive fees.
Luxury Grove Development Seeks Zoning Perks But Has Not Cut Parking
As details emerge for the proposed eight-story Center Grove development, questions linger over how the project qualifies for a transit-oriented designation and the zoning benefits it bestows.
Live Local Act Sparks Fight in Coral Gate
A supersized, mixed-use project at the site of a struggling Sears store on Coral Way is possible thanks to a new state law that preempts local zoning regulations. Nearby residents say their “jewel” of a neighborhood will never be the same.
Fighting Crime in Coconut Grove
Crime was down 3.6% in Coconut Grove last year. Ignore that number, Miami Police Commander Daniel Kerr told an audience last week. It doesn’t matter.
Eight-Story Center Grove Tower Lacks Final Approval and Permits
A luxury mixed-use project is seeking to build three extra stories above the maximum allowed for the area, but with details still scarce ,officials say the announcement is premature.
Tree Ordinance Delayed Amid Questions Over Who Wrote it, Who Benefits
Vowing to “get this right,” city officials deferred a vote on proposed changes to Miami’s tree protection laws while pushing back on allegations of a flawed process tainted by industry influence and lack of public input.
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