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Miami City Zoning Code

ARTICLE 6

SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS

Amendments to Article 6

ORDINANCEDATE APPROVEDDESCRIPTIONLEGISLATIVE ID

13176

05-13-2010

D1 Density

10-00361zt

13177

05-23-2010

“Green” ordinances carried into Miami 21

10-00519

13235

11-18-2010

Minor and non-substantial modifications throughout the Code

10-00956zt

13238

12-16-2010

Requirements for sheds and other structures; loading berth substitutions; requirements for child are facilities; requirements for public and commercial storage facilities; distance separation requirements for ALF’s; distance separation requirements for uses and structures

10-00963zt

13241

12-16-2010

Required process for large-scale commercial establishments

10-00969zt

13243

12-16-2010

Requirements and limitations for freestanding signs, painted wall signs, establish regulations for CI-HD and D3

10-00971zt

13260

03-24-2011

Adding an exception process for extensions of dock or piers

11-00018zt

13282

07-28-2011

Modifications to drive-in and drive-through regulations in T4

11-00584zt

13281

07-28-2011

Regional Activity Complex permissibility and sign regulations in T4

11-00588zt

13307

01-26-2012

Public Storage Facilities modifications

11-00875zt

13464

05-22-2014

Sign Regulations Amendment

12-00941zt1

13485

09-29-2014

Update to Regional Activity Complex language

14-00664zt

13494

01-22-2015

Update to Live Work language on Table 13

14-01074zt

13541

07-23-2015

Deleting, Striking and Repealing Media Tower Language

15-00778zt

13641

10-13-2016

Creation of concrete batching supplemental regulations

1058

13653

12-08-2016

Microbrewery definition and supplemental regulations

1231

13673

12-14-2017

Crew Quarters definition and supplemental regulations

1233

13674

03-23-2017

Public Storage Facility distancing and additional supplemental regulations

1131

13729

12-14-2017

Micro dwelling units definition, and residential density and parking requirements

3108

13743

01-25-2018

Alcohol Service Establishment, Food Service Establishment, and supplemental regulations

1972

13851

06-27-2018

Amusement Rides

13791

09-27-2018

Gambling Facilities

13747

02-22-2018

Auto-Related Commercial Establishments

1390606-11-2020Disallow Public Storage Facilities in a T5 and T6
1393110-08-2020Adds supplemental regulation for Public Storage Facility
1395912-10-2020Approves by Warrant Assisted Living Facilities in the D-1

13962

01-28-2021

Modifies regulations for density and uses for the district zone regarding lodging uses

140482-10-2022To prohibit gambling facilities
141052-06-2022Amend Article 6 Table 13 T5 and T611616
1415402-23-2023To provide clarification and additional standards regarding outdoor dining and open air retail10771
1415703-09-2023To replace or strike references to the Neighborhood Enhancement Team ("NET")12614
1415803-09-2023To modify Table 13 to allow for additional height to fences and walls enclosing infrastructure and utilities13315
1418306-08-2023To allow and establish definitions and regulations for Co-Living Residential Uses.13541
1418806-22-2023To allow educational uses by right in T6 transect zone in certain circumstances.13775
1423511-16-2023Clarify the Waiver processes relating to reservoir parking spaces.14196
1423811-16-2023To provide supplementary regulations for community facilities in Table 1314682
1431509-26-2024Only allow bed and breakfast use in T4-R under certain circumstances16029
1432911-04-24Amends the maximum height for walls and fences relating to infrastructure and utilities uses16432
1437510-01-2025Updates definitions and regulations for Ancillary Dwelling Units, including design standards, allowable zones, parking, unit sizes, and waiver processes, and clarify related rules and illustrations.17018
143797-10-2025Amends zoning ordinance to update definitions, parking standards, design criteria, and housing regulations. Includes clarifications, incentives, and procedural consistency.17531
1442011-20-2025The ordinance allows fishing equipment and supply storage on designated working waterfront properties.18107
1442712-11-2025Amends to clarify parking rules for micro dwelling units, and allows micro dwelling units by right in specified areas.18179
144361-08-2026Updates Article 1 and 6 to clarify personal wireless service facilities (PWSF), streamline PWSF approval/entitlement processes, and update related design criteria.18258
144462-26-2026Mending Article 6, Titled “Supplemental regulations,” to clarify auto-related commercial regulations, update associated design standards, and streamline the process for the reestablishment of those recently operating; making findings; containing a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.18014

6.1 INTENT AND EXCLUSIONS

The supplemental regulations of this article apply to the specific uses listed below within the broader Use categories identified in Article 4, Table 3 and Article 5. These regulations supplement other standards listed elsewhere in this code. No permit or Certificate of Use may be granted for any Use, unless the Use complies with the requirements of these supplemental regulations and any other applicable standards of the Miami 21 Code.

Specifically excluded from all Transect Zones in the City are stockyards, slaughterhouses, wrecking yards, rag shops, cement plants, paper factories, ammunition plants, fireworks manufacturing, house barges, refining, smelting, forging, and unattended donation collection bins.

The regulations of Article 6, Table 13 are arranged by Transect Zone and in the same order in which they appear in Article 4, Table 3. These regulations may be further supplemented by Article 6, Sections 6.2 to 6.4.

When calculating distance separation requirements, measurement shall be made from the nearest point of the Lot of the existing facility, Use, or Structure to the nearest point of the Lot of the proposed facility, Use, or Structure.

A blank cell in Table 13 signifies that the Use is prohibited.


6.2 COMMUNITY RESIDENCES AND SIMILAR HOMES/FACILITIES

The purpose of a Community Residence is to integrate its residents into the community; over concentration of such facilities within a Neighborhood causes the area to lose its character, thereby defeating the purpose of locating Community Residences in the Neighborhood. A Zoning verification shall be required in order to confirm State established distance requirements outlined in this section. All such facilities shall be required to provide a signed and sealed survey to the Office of Zoning which demonstrates that the distance limitations required below pursuant to state statutes are met. Failure to comply with this requirement will deem the facility in non-compliance with state and City regulations.

To the extent applicable by state law, location of a facility may be denied if it results in an over concentration of Community Residences in proximity to the site selected such that the nature and character of the Neighborhood would be substantially altered. Any facility exceeding the thresholds outlined in this section shall refer to the requirements of Community Support Facility.


6.3 COMMERCIAL USES

    Table 13: T3 - SUB-URBAN ZONE

    T3
    RESTRICTED
    LIMITED
    OPEN
    DENSITY (UPA)9 UNITS PER ACRE9 UNITS PER ACRE18 UNITS PER ACRE
    ADULT FAMILY
    CARE HOME
    1-5-RESIDENTS
    Prohibited within 1000 feet of another such residence.
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    Prohibited within 1000 feet of another such residence.
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    Prohibited within 1000 feet of another such residence.
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    ANCILLARY DWELLING UNIT (ADU)Minimum Size:
    • Efficiency Unit: 275 square feet min.
    • One bedroom Unit: 450 square feet min.
    • Two bedroom Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Maximum Size:
    • For an ADU detached from the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 800 square feet max.
    • For an ADU within or attached to the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 500 square feet max.
    No Waivers shall be applied to maximum unit size.

    Minimum Size:
    • Efficiency Unit: 275 square feet min.
    • One bedroom Unit: 450 square feet min.
    • Two bedroom Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Maximum Size:
    • For an ADU detached from the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 800 square feet max.
    • For an ADU within or attached to the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 500 square feet max.

    BOAT HOUSEMaximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.
    BOAT SLIPMaximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%
    BOATS
    HOUSEBOAT
    HOUSE BARGE
    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    1-6 RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    7-14 RESIDENTS
    Prohibited within 500 feet of any T3-R or T3-L.
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    DOCKS
    PIERS
    Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Extension of docks or Piers into other waterways limited to 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less. Further extensions permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored.
    Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.
    Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Extension of docks or Piers into other waterways limited to 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less. Further extensions permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored.
    Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Extension of docks or Piers into other waterways limited to 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less. Further extensions permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored.
    Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    DWELLING UNITEfficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min.
    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min.
    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min.
    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min.
    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min.
    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min.
    HOME OFFICEShall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.
    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIESWalls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.
    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    PERSONAL WIRELESS
    FACILITY
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.


    Table 13: T4 - GENERAL URBAN ZONE

    T4
    RESTRICTED
    LIMITED
    OPEN
    DENSITY (UPA)36 UNITS PER ACRE36 UNITS PER ACRE36 UNITS PER ACRE
    ADULT DAYCAREFor 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 sq feet of indoor activity area.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 sq feet of indoor activity area.
    ADULT FAMILY CARE HOME 1-5 RESIDENTSSubject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    ALCOHOL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    ANCILLARY DWELLING UNIT (ADU)Minimum Size:
    • Efficiency Unit: 275 square feet min.
    • One bedroom Unit: 450 square feet min.
    • Two bedroom Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Maximum Size:
    • For an ADU detached from the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 800 square feet max.
    • For an ADU within or attached to the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 500 square feet max.
    No Waivers shall be applied to maximum unit size.
    Minimum Size:
    • Efficiency Unit: 275 square feet min.
    • One bedroom Unit: 450 square feet min.
    • Two bedroom Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Maximum Size:
    • For an ADU detached from the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 800 square feet max.
    • For an ADU within or attached to the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 500 square feet max.
    No Waivers shall be applied to maximum unit size.

    Minimum Size:
    • Efficiency Unit: 275 square feet min.
    • One bedroom Unit: 450 square feet min.
    • Two bedroom Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Maximum Size:
    • For an ADU detached from the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 800 square feet max.
    • For an ADU within or attached to the Principal Building, ten (10) percent of the Lot Area, up to 500 square feet max.
    No Waivers shall be applied to maximum unit size.

    BED AND BREAKFAST

    As per City Code Chapter 23 - contributing structures, thematically related historic resources, and individually designated structures may be granted approval by Special Certificate of Appropriateness by the Historic Environmental and Preservation Board.

    BOAT HOUSEMaximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.
    BOAT SLIPMaximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%
    BOATS
    HOUSEBOAT
    HOUSE BARGE
    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    CHILDCAREFor 6 to 10 children maximum:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license.
    Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child.
    A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.
    For 6 to 10 children maximum:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license.
    Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child.
    A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.

    For 6 to 10 children maximum:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license.
    Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child.
    A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.

    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    1-6 RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    COMMUNITY FACILITY

    Use must be permitted by the Property’s underlying Future Land Use Map Designation.
    Evidence must be provided that the Use was approved at a public hearing under the applicable requirements of a previous Zoning Ordinance.
    The nature and character of the Use is substantially the same conditions as was originally approved.
    The existing Building may be repaired, modified, altered, enlarged and/or expanded into a new Structure on an adjacent Lot so long as a minimum of 50% of the perimeter walls of the existing Building are preserved. The combined Lots may not exceed the maximum Lot Size provided under Article 5, Section 5.4 of this Code.
    The property must be only a museum facility owned and operated by a governmental agency (including the City) and/or a nonprofit corporation in existence for a minimum of 30 years.
    Where the Community Facility use abuts existing residential uses, a buffer consisting of a six (6) foot wall, or shrubs which normally grow to a minimum height of six (6) feet shall be provided along the shared property line with the residential use.

    COMMUNITY RESIDENCES 7-14 RESIDENTSSubject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    DOCKS
    PIERS
    Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Extension of docks or Piers into other waterways limited to 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less. Further extensions permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.
    Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Extension of docks or Piers into other waterways limited to 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less. Further extensions permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Extension of docks or Piers into other waterways limited to 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less. Further extensions permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    DRIVE-THROUGH AND
    DRIVE-IN

    May only be permitted by Warrant.
    Available only when site’s Primary Frontage is along a County designated primary arterial road. Whenever possible, all ingress and egress to and from the site shall be from a County designated primary arterial road. Principal Frontage access may be allowed. Reservoir parking spaces shall be required as follows: One (1) at window, three (3) before service window, one (1) after service window.

    DWELLING UNITEfficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min.
    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min.
    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min.
    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min.
    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min.
    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min.
    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min.
    FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    HOME OFFICEShall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.
    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIESWalls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.
    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    LIVE WORKShall be located within ground floor or Liner units.
    Maximum size of work occupation shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Live Work occupations limited to those allowed in Transect Zone.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located within ground floor or Liner units.
    Maximum size of work occupation shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Live Work occupations limited to those allowed in Transect Zone.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    PERSONAL WIRELESS
    SERVICE FACILITY
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.



    Table 13: T5 - URBAN CENTER ZONE

    T5
    RESTRICTED
    LIMITED
    OPEN
    DENSITY (UPA)65 UNITS PER ACRE *65 UNITS PER ACRE *65 UNITS PER ACRE *
    ADULT DAYCAREFor 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per adult.
    ADULT FAMILY
    CARE HOME
    1-5 RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    ALCOHOL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages”.
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages”.
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    AUTO RELATED
    COMMERCIAL

    General Regulations:

    Subject to City Code Chapter 23
    All vending machines shall be located indoors.
    Trash facilities shall be completely enclosed and shielded from Primary and Secondary Frontages.
    Only vehicles awaiting service, permitted rental vehicles and staff vehicles parked while working shall be allowed.
    All repairs, change of tires, greasing/lubricating shall be conducted within a building.
    Outdoor display of products incidental to normal refueling is prohibited closer to the street than pump islands.
    Outdoor display or storage of tires is prohibited.
    Auto-Related Commercial Establishments that previously held a Certificate of Use within the preceding five (5) years and for which legal building permits have been provided, shall be permitted By Right subject to the provision of:
    • Street Trees pursuant to Article 9 'Landscape Requirements'; and
    • Streetscreens along the Frontage that conceal vehicular / service areas; and
    • a six-foot (6) solid masonry wall provided along all side and rear property lines.

    Gas Station and/or Car Wash:

    Access may be from a Principal Frontage.
    Building Façade requirement may be reduced up to a maximum of 30% by process of Waiver.
    Where a Building cannot meet the Building Façade requirement, a portion of the Façade may be designed as a colonnade that includes a Streetscreen of a minimum Height of 3.5 feet.
    Self-service, semiautomatic, and automatic dragline shall provide for each of the first 3 wash stalls, 3 parking reservoir spaces before and 3 after. Beyond 3 stalls, 1 parking reservoir spaces before and 2 after each stall.
    Custom hand car wash shall provide for each wash stall, 1 parking reservoir space before each stall and 1 after, and 5 additional parking spaces.

    Vehicle Rental Facilities:

    For lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities with a storage capacity of more than twenty-five (25) vehicles shall, in addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4, there shall be 10 parking spaces provided for the first 10,000 square feet of Floor Area and 1 space for each additional 500 square feet.
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental cargo vehicle facilities 1 parking space per staff member and 1 space for each 8 vehicles stored on the premises.

    For lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities with a storage capacity of more than twenty-five (25) vehicles, access to the site shall be from a Principal Arterial, Minor Arterial, Major Collector, and/or Minor Collector, as detailed in Appendix TR-2 ‘Major Thoroughfares by Functional Classification’ of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, and/or any Secondary Frontage(s) within the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) boundary.

    Buildings designated for customer service must be located where it is easily accessible from site access point.
    All transactions must be conducted indoors.
    All vehicle storage areas must be lighted without causing spillover onto Abutting properties.
    On-site vehicle service must be conducted indoors and is limited to minor repairs and maintenance.

    Auto Sales:

    For new Buildings, the display of vehicles and sales transactions must be located indoors.

    Building disposition, configuration, and all applicable standards must meet the minimum requirements defined in Article 5.

    BOAT HOUSEMaximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.
    BOAT SLIPMaximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%
    BOATS
    HOUSEBOAT
    HOUSE BARGE
    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted 10-24-1991.Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted 10-24-1991.

    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted 10-24-1991.

    CHILDCAREMinimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age. Minimum of 1 drop off parking space for every 10 children. Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age. Minimum of 1 drop off parking space for every 10 children. Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age. Minimum of 1 drop off parking space for every 10 children. Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    CO-LIVING UNITEach Co-Living Unit shall have a maximum of six (6) Co-Living Rooms.
    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of shared unit space per Co-Living Room including full kitchen facilities, and direct access to the outside or a common hall.
    A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the Co-Living use shall consist of Shared Amenity Space outside Co-Living Units.
    Circulation corridors or lobbies under five hundred (500) square feet shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space. Residential amenities may be combined with Lodging amenities. Commercial uses shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space.
    An operational plan shall be required to include the following: All Co-Living Units within a building shall be operated and managed by one (1) centralized operator. A dedicated employee of the operating entity shall be available 24 hours a day to respond to resident needs or other issues that may arise. Said employee must be available to respond in person, if necessary. The building shall contain a registration desk and a lobby.
    Onsite laundry facilities shall be provided.

    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a maximum of six (6) Co-Living Rooms.
    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of shared unit space per Co-Living Room including full kitchen facilities, and direct access to the outside or a common hall.
    A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the Co-Living use shall consist of Shared Amenity Space outside Co-Living Units.
    Circulation corridors or lobbies under five hundred (500) square feet shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space. Residential amenities may be combined with Lodging amenities. Commercial uses shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space.
    An operational plan shall be required to include the following: All Co-Living Units within a building shall be operated and managed by one (1) centralized operator. A dedicated employee of the operating entity shall be available 24 hours a day to respond to resident needs or other issues that may arise. Said employee must be available to respond in person, if necessary. The building shall contain a registration desk and a lobby.
    Onsite laundry facilities shall be provided.

    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    1-6 RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    7-14 RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    COMMUNITY SUPPORT
    FACILITY
    Assisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Maximum number of residents 50.
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed Facility or Assisted Living Facility and any T3 or T4-R Zone.
    Assisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Maximum number of residents 50.
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4-R Zone.

    Assisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Maximum number of residents 50.
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4-R Zone.

    DOCKS
    PIERS
    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Only private pleasure crafts may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock / Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.
    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock / Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock / Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    DRIVE-THROUGH AND
    DRIVE-IN

    Reservoir parking spaces shall be required as follows:
    One (1) at service window, minimum three (3) before the service window, minimum one (1) after the service window.
    The above Reservoir parking spaces shall not obstruct access to parking spaces.

    DWELLING UNIT

    Micro Dwelling Unit: 275 square feet min.

    Prohibited on a Lot abutting T3.

    Permitted by Right:

    • Within a TOD area; and/or
    • Within a TSND; and/or
    • Within a NRD-1 or NRD-2; and/or
    • Within a ¼ mile of an accredited 2-4 Year University or College; and/or
    • When predominantly contained within the Second Layer of a Podium Liner above the first Story.

    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min. 

    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min. 

    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min. 

    Co-Living Room: 180 square feet min. and 400 square feet max. Only permitted within the UCDB, CI-HD, NRD-1 and NRD-2 areas. 

    Micro Dwelling Unit: 275 square feet min.

    Prohibited on a Lot abutting T3.

    Permitted by Right:

    • Within a TOD area; and/or
    • Within a TSND; and/or
    • Within a NRD-1 or NRD-2; and/or
    • Within a ¼ mile of an accredited 2-4 Year University or College; and/or
    • When predominantly contained within the Second Layer of a Podium Liner above the first Story.

    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min. 

    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min. 

    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min. 

    Co-Living Room: 180 square feet min. and 400 square feet max. Only permitted within the UCDB, CI-HD, NRD-1 and NRD-2 areas. 

    Micro Dwelling Unit: 275 square feet min.

    Prohibited on a Lot abutting T3.

    Permitted by Right:

    • Within a TOD area; and/or
    • Within a TSND; and/or
    • Within a NRD-1 or NRD-2; and/or
    • Within a ¼ mile of an accredited 2-4 Year University or College; and/or
    • When predominantly contained within the Second Layer of a Podium Liner above the first Story.

    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min. 

    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min. 

    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min. 

    FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    HOME OFFICEShall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Office occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.
    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Office occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of Home Office shall be 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Office occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIESWalls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.
    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    LIVE WORKShall be located within ground floor or Liner units.
    Maximum size of work occupation shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Live Work occupations limited to those allowed in Transect Zone.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located within ground floor or Liner units.
    Maximum size of work occupation shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Live Work occupations limited to those allowed in Transect Zone.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    OPEN AIR RETAILAccess to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zone.
    Operation limited to weekends and legal holidays for a maximum of 3 consecutive days between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of onsite restroom facilities.

    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zone.
    Operation limited to weekends and legal holidays for a maximum of 3 consecutive days between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of onsite restroom facilities.

    PERSONAL WIRELESS
    SERVICE FACILITY
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.
    PUBLIC STORAGE FACILITY

    * Or as modified in Article 4, Diagram 9


    Table 13: T6 - URBAN CORE ZONE

    T6
    RESTRICTED
    LIMITED
    OPEN
    DENSITY (UPA)150 UNITS PER ACRE *150 UNITS PER ACRE *150 – 1,000 UNITS PER ACRE *
    ADULT DAYCAREAllowed by Warrant per Article 4 Table 3.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    Allowed by Warrant per Article 4 Table 3.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per adult.
    ADULT FAMILY
    CARE HOME
    1-5-RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    ALCOHOL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    AMUSEMENT RIDE

    Amusement Rides are permissible by Exception with City Commission approval, subject to review pursuant to Article 4, Table 12 of this Code and additional standards as follows:
    1. Limited permissibility as Accessory Structures, ancillary to a Waterfront Specialty Center.
    2. Limited to master planned sites, intended and improved for public access which qualify as a regional destination.
    3. Framed by liner buildings or Civic Open Space meeting minimum standards of this Code.
    4. Strobe or other exterior lighting which flashes or blinks, including the ride, are prohibited.
    5. All project exterior lighting, located more than forty (40) feet above finished grade, shall be 3,000K or less.
    6. Illumination may not exceed a maximum brightness level of 0.3 foot candles above ambient light as measured at a distance of 250 feet from the Use, supported by written certification from the manufacturer.
    7. Except for any FAA-required lighting, power to all lighting shall be shut off by 2:00 a.m.
    8. Any sound or noise generated shall abide by all restrictions set forth in Chapter 36 of the City Code and are not eligible for exemptions thereof.

    AUTO RELATED
    COMMERCIAL

    General Regulations:

    Subject to City Code Chapter 23
    All vending machines shall be located indoors.
    Trash facilities shall be completely enclosed and shielded from Primary and Secondary Frontages.
    Only vehicles awaiting service, permitted rental vehicles and staff vehicles parked while working shall be allowed.
    All repairs, change of tires, greasing/lubricating shall be conducted within a building.
    Outdoor display of products incidental to normal refueling is prohibited closer to the street than pump islands.
    Outdoor display or storage of tires is prohibited.
    Auto-Related Commercial Establishments that previously held a Certificate of Use within the preceding five (5) years and for which legal building permits have been provided, shall be permitted By Right subject to the provision of:
    • Street Trees pursuant to Article 9 'Landscape Requirements'; and
    • Streetscreens along the Frontage that conceal vehicular / service areas; and
    • a six-foot (6) solid masonry wall provided along all side and rear property lines.

    Gas Station and/or Car Wash:

    Access may be from a Principal Frontage.
    Building Façade requirement may be reduced up to a maximum of 30% by process of Waiver.
    Where a Building cannot meet the Building Façade requirement, a portion of the Façade may be designed as a colonnade that includes a Streetscreen of a minimum Height of 3.5 feet.
    Self-service, semiautomatic, and automatic dragline shall provide for each of the first 3 wash stalls, 3 parking reservoir spaces before and 3 after. Beyond 3 stalls, 1 parking reservoir spaces before and 2 after each stall.
    Custom hand car wash shall provide for each wash stall, 1 parking reservoir space before each stall and 1 after, and 5 additional parking spaces.

    Vehicle Rental Facilities:

    For lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities with a storage capacity of more than twenty-five (25) vehicles shall, in addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4, there shall be 10 parking spaces provided for the first 10,000 square feet of Floor Area and 1 space for each additional 500 square feet.
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental cargo vehicle facilities 1 parking space per staff member and 1 space for each 8 vehicles stored on the premises.

    For lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities with a storage capacity of more than twenty-five (25) vehicles, access to the site shall be from a Principal Arterial, Minor Arterial, Major Collector, and/or Minor Collector, as detailed in Appendix TR-2 ‘Major Thoroughfares by Functional Classification’ of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, and/or any Secondary Frontage(s) within the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) boundary.

    Buildings designated for customer service must be located where it is easily accessible from site access point.
    All transactions must be conducted indoors.
    All vehicle storage areas must be lighted without causing spillover onto Abutting properties.
    On-site vehicle service must be conducted indoors and is limited to minor repairs and maintenance.

    Auto Sales:

    For new Buildings, the display of vehicles and sales transactions must be located indoors.

    Building disposition, configuration, and all applicable standards must meet the minimum requirements defined in Article 5.

    General Regulations:

    Subject to City Code Chapter 23
    All vending machines shall be located indoors.
    Trash facilities shall be completely enclosed and shielded from Primary and Secondary Frontages.
    Only vehicles awaiting service, permitted rental vehicles and staff vehicles parked while working shall be allowed.
    All repairs, change of tires, greasing/lubricating shall be conducted within a building.
    Outdoor display of products incidental to normal refueling is prohibited closer to the street than pump islands.
    Outdoor display or storage of tires is prohibited.
    Auto-Related Commercial Establishments that previously held a Certificate of Use within the preceding five (5) years and for which legal building permits have been provided, shall be permitted By Right subject to the provision of:
    • Street Trees pursuant to Article 9 'Landscape Requirements'; and
    • Streetscreens along the Frontage that conceal vehicular / service areas; and
    • a six-foot (6) solid masonry wall provided along all side and rear property lines.

    Gas Station and/or Car Wash:

    Access may be from a Principal Frontage.
    Building Façade requirement may be reduced up to a maximum of 30% by process of Waiver.
    Where a Building cannot meet the Building Façade requirement, a portion of the Façade may be designed as a colonnade that includes a Streetscreen of a minimum Height of 3.5 feet.
    Self-service, semiautomatic, and automatic dragline shall provide for each of the first 3 wash stalls, 3 parking reservoir spaces before and 3 after. Beyond 3 stalls, 1 parking reservoir spaces before and 2 after each stall.
    Custom hand car wash shall provide for each wash stall, 1 parking reservoir space before each stall and 1 after, and 5 additional parking spaces.

    Vehicle Rental Facilities:

    For lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities with a storage capacity of more than twenty-five (25) vehicles shall, in addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4, there shall be 10 parking spaces provided for the first 10,000 square feet of Floor Area and 1 space for each additional 500 square feet.
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental cargo vehicle facilities 1 parking space per staff member and 1 space for each 8 vehicles stored on the premises.

    For lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities with a storage capacity of more than twenty-five (25) vehicles, access to the site shall be from a Principal Arterial, Minor Arterial, Major Collector, and/or Minor Collector, as detailed in Appendix TR-2 ‘Major Thoroughfares by Functional Classification’ of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, and/or any Secondary Frontage(s) within the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) boundary.

    Buildings designated for customer service must be located where it is easily accessible from site access point.
    All transactions must be conducted indoors.
    All vehicle storage areas must be lighted without causing spillover onto Abutting properties.
    On-site vehicle service must be conducted indoors and is limited to minor repairs and maintenance.

    Auto Sales:

    For new Buildings, the display of vehicles and sales transactions must be located indoors.

    Building disposition, configuration, and all applicable standards must meet the minimum requirements defined in Article 5.

    BOAT HOUSEMaximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high.
    BOAT SLIPMaximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35%
    BOATS
    HOUSEBOAT
    HOUSE BARGE
    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted 10-24-1991.Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted 10-24-1991.

    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted 10-24-1991.

    CHILDCAREMinimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age. Minimum of 1 drop off parking space for every 10 children. Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age. Minimum of 1 drop off parking space for every 10 children. Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age. Minimum of 1 drop off parking space for every 10 children. Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    CO-LIVING UNITEach Co-Living Unit shall have a maximum of six (6) Co-Living Rooms.
    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of shared unit space per Co-Living Room including full kitchen facilities, and direct access to the outside or a common hall.
    A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the Co-Living use shall consist of Shared Amenity Space outside Co-Living Units.
    Circulation corridors or lobbies under five hundred (500) square feet shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space. Residential amenities may be combined with Lodging amenities. Commercial uses shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space.
    An operational plan shall be required to include the following: All Co-Living Units within a building shall be operated and managed by one (1) centralized operator. A dedicated employee of the operating entity shall be available 24 hours a day to respond to resident needs or other issues that may arise. Said employee must be available to respond in person, if necessary. The building shall contain a registration desk and a lobby.
    Onsite laundry facilities shall be provided.

    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a maximum of six (6) Co-Living Rooms.
    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of shared unit space per Co-Living Room including full kitchen facilities, and direct access to the outside or a common hall.
    A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the Co-Living use shall consist of Shared Amenity Space outside Co-Living Units.
    Circulation corridors or lobbies under five hundred (500) square feet shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space. Residential amenities may be combined with Lodging amenities. Commercial uses shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space.
    An operational plan shall be required to include the following: All Co-Living Units within a building shall be operated and managed by one (1) centralized operator. A dedicated employee of the operating entity shall be available 24 hours a day to respond to resident needs or other issues that may arise. Said employee must be available to respond in person, if necessary. The building shall contain a registration desk and a lobby.
    Onsite laundry facilities shall be provided.

    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    1-6-RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    COMMUNITY
    RESIDENCES
    7-14-RESIDENTS
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.2.
    COMMUNITY SUPPORT FACILITYAssisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed Facility and any T3 or T4 R Zone.
    Assisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4-R Zone.

    Assisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4-R Zone.

    DOCKS
    PIERS
    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property Adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock/ Pier setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.
    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property Adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock/ Pier setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Only private pleasure craft may be docked or moored on property Adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R.
    Dock/ Pier setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property
    Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property.
    Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling.

    DRIVE-THROUGH AND
    DRIVE-IN

    Reservoir parking spaces shall be required as follows:
    One (1) at service window, minimum three (3) before the service window, minimum one (1) after the service window.
    The above Reservoir parking spaces shall not obstruct access to parking spaces.

    DWELLING UNIT

    Micro Dwelling Unit: 275 square feet min.

    Prohibited on a Lot abutting T3.

    Permitted by Right:

    • Within a TOD area; and/or
    • Within a TSND; and/or
    • Within a NRD-1 or NRD-2; and/or
    • Within a ¼ mile of an accredited 2-4 Year University or College; and/or
    • When predominantly contained within the Second Layer of a Podium Liner above the first Story.

    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min. 

    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min. 

    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min. 

    Co-Living Room: 180 square feet minimum. and 400 square feet maximum. Only permitted within the UCDB, CI-HD, NRD-1 and NRD-2 areas. 

    Micro Dwelling Unit: 275 square feet min.

    Prohibited on a Lot abutting T3.

    Permitted by Right:

    • Within a TOD area; and/or
    • Within a TSND; and/or
    • Within a NRD-1 or NRD-2; and/or
    • Within a ¼ mile of an accredited 2-4 Year University or College; and/or
    • When predominantly contained within the Second Layer of a Podium Liner above the first Story.

    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min. 

    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min. 

    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min. 

    Co-Living Room: 180 square feet minimum. and 400 square feet maximum. Only permitted within the UCDB, CI-HD, NRD-1 and NRD-2 areas. 

    Micro Dwelling Unit: 275 square feet min.

    Prohibited on a Lot abutting T3.

    Permitted by Right:

    • Within a TOD area; and/or
    • Within a TSND; and/or
    • Within a NRD-1 or NRD-2; and/or
    • Within a ¼ mile of an accredited 2-4 Year University or College; and/or
    • When predominantly contained within the Second Layer of a Podium Liner above the first Story.

    Efficiency Dwelling Unit: 400 square feet min. 

    One bedroom Dwelling Unit: 550 square feet min. 

    Two bedroom Dwelling Unit: 650 square feet min. 

    FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    HELICOPTER LANDING SITEHelicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.
    Helicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.

    Helicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.

    HOME OFFICEShall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of home office shall not exceed 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Office occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.
    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of home office shall not exceed 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Office occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located wholly within Dwelling Unit.
    Maximum size of home office shall not exceed 25% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Home Office occupations limited to individual tutoring; non-amplified individual instrument instruction; authors and composers; artists; designers; seamstresses; tailors; and uses similar in impact. Office uses, excluding medical and dental offices.
    Maximum of one client at a time.
    Maximum of two staff members, one of which must reside on premises.
    Hours of operation limited to Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6 PM.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIESWalls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.
    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    LARGE SCALE RETAILSubject to the requirements of Section 6.3.
    LIVE WORKShall be located within ground floor or Liner Units.
    Maximum size of work occupation shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Live Work occupations limited to those allowed in Transect Zone.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    Shall be located within ground floor or Liner Units.
    Maximum size of work occupation shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Dwelling Unit based on county property records.
    Live Work occupations limited to those allowed in Transect Zone.
    No equipment or process shall be used which creates undue noise, vibration, glare, fumes, or odors detectable to normal senses off the property.
    Certificate of Use required.

    MARINE-RELATED COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENT

    Fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies Storage: open storage of fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies, including but not limited to Florida lobster traps, Stone Crab traps and Blue Crab traps is permitted By Right on all properties identified as Working Waterfront properties included in Appendix PA-1 of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan.

    OPEN AIR RETAILSubject to the following additional requirements:
    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zone.
    Operation limited to weekends and legal holidays for a maximum of 3 consecutive days between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces. Provision of onsite restroom facilities.

    Subject to the following additional requirements:
    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zone.
    Operation limited to weekends and legal holidays for a maximum of 3 consecutive days between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces. Provision of onsite restroom facilities.

    PERSONAL WIRELESS SERVICE FACILITYSubject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.
    PUBLIC STORAGE FACILITY
    REGIONAL ACTIVITY COMPLEX

    Regional Activity Complex: Allowed by Exception with City Commission approval and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Regional Activity Complexes are not allowed in Transect Zones T6-8 and T6-12.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4 Zones.
    Transect regulations pertaining to Building Disposition, and Building Configuration shall be considered referential guidelines for Regional Activity Complexes. Any exemption from these guidelines must comply with the following criteria:
    1. exemptions shall be justified by functional requirements connected to the uses proposed; and
    2. exemptions shall be reduced to the minimum required to achieve the required functionality; and
    3. exemptions in the aggregate shall be evaluated for compliance with the Transect’s intent regarding intensity and scale; and
    4. exemptions shall be evaluated for compliance with criteria set forth in Article 4, Table 12, as applicable; and
    5. specific findings shall be made by the Planning Director regarding the nature and extent of each proposed exemption and said findings shall be contained in the recommendation report for the Exception which ma be considered as substantial and competent evidence b the PZAB and City Commission respectively.



    Table 13: C - CIVIC

    C
    CS – CIVIC SPACE
    CI – CIVIC INSTITUTION
    CI-HD – CIVIC INSTITUTION HEALTH DISTRICT
    DENSITY (UPA)N/ADENSITY OF ABUTTING ZONE150 UNITS PER ACRE
    ADULT DAYCAREFor 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per
    adult.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per
    adult.
    BOATS
    HOUSEBOAT
    HOUSE BARGE
    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    CHILDCAREMinimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.
    Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.
    Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    CO-LIVING

    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of shared unit space per Co-Living Room including full kitchen facilities and direct access to the outside or a common hall.
    A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the Co-Living use shall consist of Shared Amenity Space outside Co-Living Units.
    Circulation corridors or lobbies under five hundred (500) square feet shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space. Residential amenities may be combined with Lodging amenities. Commercial uses shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space.
    An operational plan shall be required to include the following: All Co-Living Units within a building shall be operated and managed by one centralized operator. A dedicated employee of the operating entity shall be available 24 hours a day to respond to resident needs or other issues that may arise. Said employee must be available to respond in person, if necessary. The building shall contain a registration desk and a lobby.
    Onsite laundry facilities shall be provided.

    COMMUNITY SUPPORT FACILITY

    Assisted Living Facilities: Allowed by Exception and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility. Minimum distance requirement of 1000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4-R Zone.

    DOCKS
    PIERS
    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet. However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet. However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.

    Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet. However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.

    HELICOPTER LANDING SITEHelicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R Zones.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.
    Helicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R Zones.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.

    Helicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R Zones.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIESWalls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.
    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    MAJOR SPORTS FACILITY

    Modifications in Setbacks up to a maximum of fifty percent (50%) of the required Setbacks may be approved by Waiver when Liner Uses are provided along parking Structures.
    Commercial Uses may exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the Building area by Warrant.

    OPEN AIR RETAILSubject to the following additional requirements:
    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any open air retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zone.
    Operation limited to weekends and legal holidays for a maximum of 3 consecutive days between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of on-site restroom facilities.
    Subject to the following additional requirements:
    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zone.
    Operation limited to weekends and legal holidays for a maximum of 3 consecutive days between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of on-site restroom facilities.
    Subject to the requirements of Section 6.3.4
    PERSONAL WIRELESS SERVICE FACILITYSubject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.
    REGIONAL ACTIVITY COMPLEXRegional Activity Complex: Allowed by Exception with City Commission approval and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Regional Activity Complexes are not allowed in Transect Zones T6-8 and T6-12.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4 Zones.
    Transect regulations pertaining to Building Disposition, and Building Configuration shall be considered referential guidelines for Regional Activity Complexes. Any exemption from these guidelines must comply with the following criteria:
    1. exemptions shall be justified by functional requirements connected to the uses proposed; and
    2. exemptions shall be reduced to the minimum required to achieve the required functionality; and
    3. exemptions in the aggregate shall be evaluated for compliance with the Transect’s intent regarding intensity and scale; and
    4. exemptions shall be evaluated for responsiveness to criteria set forth in Article 4, Table 12, as applicable; and
    5. specific findings shall be made by the Planning Director regarding the nature and extent of each proposed exemption and said findings shall be contained in the recommendation report for the Exception which may be considered as substantial and competent evidence by the PZAB and City Commission respectively.

    Regional Activity Complex: Allowed by Exception with City Commission approval and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Regional Activity Complexes are not allowed in Transect Zones T6-8 and T6-12.
    Minimum distance requirement of 1,000 feet between proposed facility and any T3 or T4 Zones.
    Transect regulations pertaining to Building Disposition, and Building Configuration shall be considered referential guidelines for Regional Activity Complexes. Any exemption from these guidelines must comply with the following criteria:
    1. exemptions shall be ‘ustified b functional requirements connected to the uses proposed; and
    2. exemptions shall be reduced to the minimum required to achieve the required functionality; and
    3, exemptions in the aggregate shall be evaluated for compliance with the Transect’s intent regarding intensity and scale; and
    4. exemptions shall be evaluated for compliance with criteria set forth in Article 4, Table 12, as applicable; and
    5. specific findings shall be made by the Planning Director regarding the nature and extent of each proposed exemption and said findings shall be contained in the recommendation report for the Exception which may be considered as substantial and competent evidence by the PZAB and City Commission respectively.



    Table 13: D - DISTRICT

    D
    D1 - WORKPLACE
    D2 - INDUSTRIAL
    D3 - WATERFRONT INDUSTRIAL
    DENSITY (UPA)36 UNITS PER ACREDENSITY OF LOWEST ABUTTING ZONE NEAREST TO SUBJECT PROPERTY NOT TO
    EXCEED 65 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE

    DENSITY OF LOWEST ABUTTING ZONE NEAREST TO SUBJECT PROPERTY NOT TO
    EXCEED 65 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE

    ADULT DAYCAREFor 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per
    adult.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per
    adult.
    For 6 to 9 adults:
    Minimum of 350 square feet of indoor activity area.
    For 10 or more adults:
    Minimum of 35 square feet of indoor activity area per
    adult.
    ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENT

    A minimum distance of 1,000 feet shall be required from any public park, school, or property zoned for Residential Use; including such public park or school properties outside City limits or properties zoned residential by the external jurisdiction.
    The distance shall be measured from the front door of the proposed Adult Entertainment Establishment to the closest property line of the protected Use.
    Any application shall be accompanied by a survey certified by a land surveyor registered in the State of Florida showing compliance with all minimum distance requirements.
    Discontinued or abandoned Adult Entertainment Establishments may not resume the use until all requirements of this Code and the City Code are met.
    No Variances shall be permitted.

    ALCOHOL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments occupying more than 5,000 square feet of Floor Area shall require an Exception with approval by the City Commission. Establishments located within an Entertainment District as defined within Section 4-9 of the City Code shall not be subject to an Exception permit.

    AUTO RELATED INDUSTRIALCar Wash:
    Self-service, semiautomatic, and automatic dragline shall provide for each of the first 3 wash stalls, 3 parking reservoir spaces before and 3 after. Beyond 3 stalls, 1 parking reservoir spaces before and 2 after each stall.
    Custom hand car wash shall provide for each wash stall, 1 parking reservoir space before each stall and 1 after, and 5 additional parking spaces.
    Gas Stations:
    Principal Frontage Access may be allowed.
    Frontage requirement may be reduced maximum 30% by Waiver. Building Facade may be a colonnade.
    All vending machines shall be located indoors. Trash facilities shall be completely enclosed and shielded from Primary Frontages. Only vehicles awaiting service, permitted rental vehicles and staff vehicles parked while working shall be allowed. All repairs, change of tires, greasing/lubricating shall be conducted within building. Outdoor display of products incidental to normal refueling is prohibited closer to the street than pump islands. Outdoor display or storage of tires is prohibited.
    Vehicle Rental Facilities:
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities there shall be 10 parking spaces provided for first 10,000 square feet of Floor Area and 1 space for each additional 500 square feet.
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental cargo vehicle facilities 1 parking space per staff and 1 space for each 8 vehicles stored on the premises.
    All access to site must be from a County designated primary arterial road.
    Building designated for customer service must be located where it is easily accessible from site access point.
    All transactions must be conducted indoors.
    All vehicle storage areas must be lighted without causing spillover onto Abutting properties.
    On-site vehicle service must be conducted indoors and is limited to minor repairs and maintenance.
    Car Wash:
    Self-service, semiautomatic, and automatic dragline shall provide for each of the first 3 wash stalls, 3 parking reservoir spaces before and 3 after. Beyond 3 stalls, 1 parking reservoir space before and 2 after each stall.
    Custom hand car wash shall provide for each wash stall, 1 parking reservoir space before each stall and 1 after, and 5 additional parking spaces.
    Gas Stations:
    Principal Frontage Access may be allowed.
    Frontage requirement may be reduced maximum 30% by Waiver. Building Facade may be a colonnade.
    All vending machines shall be located indoors. Trash facilities shall be completely enclosed and shielded from Primary Frontages. Only vehicles awaiting service, permitted rental vehicles and staff vehicles parked while working shall be allowed. All repairs, change of tires, greasing/lubricating shall be conducted within building. Outdoor display of products incidental to normal refueling is prohibited closer to the street than pump islands. Outdoor display or storage of tires is prohibited.
    Vehicle Rental Facilities:
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental passenger vehicle facilities there shall be 10 parking spaces provided for first 10,000 square feet of Floor Area and 1 space for each additional 500 square feet.
    In addition to the parking requirements in Article 4 Table 4 for lease or rental cargo vehicle facilities 1 parking space per staff and 1 space for each 8 vehicles stored on the premises.
    All access to site must be from a County designated primary arterial road.
    Building designated for customer service must be located where it is easily accessible from site access point.
    All transactions must be conducted indoors.
    All vehicle storage areas must be lighted without causing spillover onto Abutting properties.
    On-site vehicle service must be conducted indoors and is limited to minor repairs and maintenance.

    Car Wash:
    Self-service, semiautomatic, and automatic dragline shall provide for each of the first 3 wash stalls, 3 parking reservoir spaces before and 3 after. Beyond 3 stalls, 1 parking reservoir space before and 2 after each stall.
    Custom hand car wash shall provide for each wash stall, 1 parking reservoir space before each stall and 1 after, and 5 additional parking spaces.

    BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGEOccupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991.

    CHILDCARE

    Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child on license. Minimum of 45 square feet of usable outdoor play area per child. A minimum outdoor play area shall be provided for one half of license capacity. In no event shall any outdoor play area be less than 450 square feet. The minimum standard of outdoor play area does not apply for children under one year of age.
    Vehicular entrance must be within 300 feet of arterial road.

    CO-LIVING

    Each Co-Living Unit shall have a minimum of fifty (50) square feet of shared unit space per Co-Living Room including full kitchen facilities and direct access to the outside or a common hall.
    A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the gross floor area of the Co-Living use shall consist of Shared Amenity Space outside Co-Living Units.
    Circulation corridors or lobbies under five hundred (500) square feet shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space. Residential amenities may be combined with Lodging amenities. Commercial uses shall not be considered Shared Amenity Space.
    An operational plan shall be required to include the following: All Co-Living Units within a building shall be operated and managed by one centralized operator. A dedicated employee of the operating entity shall be available 24 hours a day to respond to resident needs or other issues that may arise. Said employee must be available to respond in person, if necessary. The building shall contain a registration desk and a lobby.
    Onsite laundry facilities shall be provided.

    COMMUNITY SUPPORT FACILITYCommunity Residences and similar Home/Facilities not allowed.
    Assisted Living Facilities meeting Community Support Facility thresholds in Section 6.2 are allowed by Warrant and are subject to the following additional requirements:
    Each room shall not have more than two (2) residents.
    Minimum distance requirement of 3,000 feet between proposed facility and another existing facility.
    Residential Facilities not allowed.Residential Facilities not allowed.
    CONTAINER YARDSContainer yards and any facilities for the outdoor storage, stacking and processing of containers intended for shipment. Permissible only by Exception.
    • No more than 3 containers shall be stacked vertically
    • A 10 to 15 foot high wall Setback a minimum of 10 feet from the Property Line must surround the property.
    • All Setback yards must be appropriately landscaped.
    • Security floodlights must be shielded or deflected from surrounding Residential neighborhoods so as to prevent light spillover.
    • All crane operations are limited to daylight hours between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.
    • Appropriate measures are required to minimize any adverse effect of use including noise generation; dust; vibrations; street capacity and maneuverability; traffic and negative visual impact.
    Container yards and any facilities for the outdoor storage, stacking and processing of containers intended for shipment. Permissible only by Exception.
    • No more than 3 containers shall be stacked vertically
    • A 10 to 15 foot high wall Setback a minimum of 10 feet from the Property Line must surround the property.
    • All Setback yards must be appropriately landscaped.
    • Security floodlights must be shielded or deflected from surrounding Residential neighborhoods so as to prevent light spillover.
    • All crane operations are limited to daylight hours between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.
    • Appropriate measures are required to minimize any adverse effect of use including noise generation; dust; vibrations; street capacity and maneuverability; traffic and negative visual impact.

    Container yards and any facilities for the outdoor storage, stacking and processing of containers intended for shipment. Permissible only by Exception.
    • No more than 3 containers shall be stacked vertically
    • A 10 to 15 foot high wall Setback a minimum of 10 feet from the Property Line must surround the property.
    • All Setback yards must be appropriately landscaped.
    • Security floodlights must be shielded or deflected from surrounding Residential neighborhoods so as to prevent light spillover.
    • All crane operations are limited to daylight hours between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.
    • Appropriate measures are required to minimize any adverse effect of use including noise generation; dust; vibrations; street capacity and maneuverability; traffic and negative visual impact.

    CREW QUARTERSCrew Quarters shall be reviewed by process of Warrant. The proposed Crew Quarters shall receive comments from the Miami River Commission prior to Warrant Final Decision.Crew Quarters shall be reviewed by process of Warrant. The proposed Crew Quarters shall receive comments from the Miami River Commission prior to Warrant Final Decision.

    Crew Quarters shall be reviewed by process of Warrant. The proposed Crew Quarters shall receive comments from the Miami River Commission prior to Warrant Final Decision.

    DOCKS PIERSExtension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet. However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.
    Extension docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet. However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.

    Extension docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet. However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed.
    Extension of docks and Piers into other waterways is limited to 10 feet or 10% of the width of the waterway, whichever is less. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies.

    DRIVE-THROUGH AND DRIVE-INReservoir parking spaces shall be required as follows:
    Minimum reservoir parking spaces required shall be 1 space at the service window, 3 spaces before service window, and 1 space after service window.
    The above Reservoir parking spaces shall not obstruct access to parking spaces.
    May be allowed by Warrant subject to the requirements of Article 6, Section 6.3.
    Reservoir parking spaces shall be required as follows:
    Minimum reservoir
    parking spaces required shall be 1 space at the service window, 3 spaces before service window, and 1 space after service window.
    The above Reservoir parking spaces shall not obstruct access to parking spaces.

    May be allowed by Warrant subject to the requirements of Article 6, Section 6.3.
    Reservoir parking spaces shall be required as follows:
    Minimum reservoir
    parking spaces required shall be 1 space at the service window, 3 spaces before service window, and 1 space after service window.
    The above Reservoir parking spaces shall not obstruct access to parking spaces.

    FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTEstablishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    Establishments with a valid alcohol beverage license shall be subject to Chapter 4 of the City Code, entitled “Alcoholic Beverages.”
    Establishments under 2,500 square feet of Floor Area with a valid 4COP alcohol beverage license shall require a Warrant.

    HELICOPTER LANDING SITEHelicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R Zones.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.
    Helicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.

    Helicopter landing sites as regulated by federal and state law may be permitted by Warrant subject to the following additional requirements:
    May only be used for the landing and takeoff of helicopters dropping off and picking up passengers and cargo, and may not include fueling, repair, or long term parking or storage of helicopters.
    Unless used for emergency operations (police, fire, and hospital) landings and takeoffs shall be restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5 PM on parcels Abutting T3, T4, T5-R, and T6-R.
    Ground level sites shall be located away from Buildings, trees, or significant terrain features to avoid possible air turbulence.
    Rooftop sites shall be given priority over ground level sites in congested areas.

    INDUSTRIAL USESIt is intended that the provision of Industrial Products and Services be permissible, as appropriate, within the D1 Zone. The D1 Zone allows limited Residential Uses and is generally intended to contain light industrial Uses.
    The D1 Zone generally allows Industrial, Commercial and Office activities which serve the needs of other businesses, may require extensive loading facilities and often benefit from proximity to Industrial areas. This Zone also includes the following Uses: wholesaling, warehousing, light assemblage and distribution and minor repairs and fabrication of materials and equipment. Residential Use is limited.
    This type of Zone specifically excludes the following activities:
    • Any uses that involve the manufacturing processing generation or storage of materials that constitute a physical or health hazard in quantities in excess of those found in the Florida Building Code, Section 307 – High-Hazard Group H.
    It is intended that the provision of Industrial Products and Services be permissible within the D2 Zone. The heavier Industrial Uses are limited to the D2 Zone.
    Concrete Batching Plants may be allowed by Warrant and subject to the requirements of Section 6.5.1.

    It is intended that the provision of Industrial Products and Services be permissible within the D3 Zone. The heavier Industrial Uses are limited to the D2 Zone.
    The D3 Zone allows all Industrial activities such as manufacturing, processing, assembly, auto-related and storage activities and restricts activities generating adverse impacts such as such as excessive amounts of noise, fumes, illumination and hazardous wastes. This Zone shall generally be located where directly served by major transportation facilities and shall be buffered from Residential areas.

    INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIESWalls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.
    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    Walls and Fences may extend up to a maximum height of ten (10’) feet by Right and up to a maximum height of twenty (20’) feet by Warrant. Said Walls and Fences shall:
    comply with the underlying Principal Building Setbacks; and
    be designed with architectural treatment and landscaping to enhance their appearance; and
    comply with Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable.

    LARGE SCALE RETAILSubject to the requirements of Section 6.3.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.3.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.3.
    LODGINGHotels are allowed by Right in the D1 Zone except for properties identified in Appendix PA-1 of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan, then such Hotel Uses are allowed only if the properties are located on the north side of the Lower River and approved by Warrant.Lodging Uses are permissible by Exception with City Commission approval subject to review pursuant to Article 4, Table 12 of this Code and compliance with the following:
    A recorded covenant with the City acknowledging that the zoning of the property is Industrial; that the Lodging Use has been introduced into the pre-existing Industrial District Zone; and the Owner assumes risks associated with introducing a Lodging Use into such a District.

    Lodging Uses are permissible by Exception with City Commission approval subject to review pursuant to Article 4, Table 12 of this Code and compliance with the following:
    1. A recorded covenant with the City acknowledging that the zoning of the property is Industrial; that the Lodging Use has been introduced into the pre-existing Industrial District Zone; and the Owner assumes risks associated with introducing a Lodging Use into such a District as well as acknowledging and accepting the presence of the existing Working Waterfront 24-hour operations as permitted.
    2. Lodging Uses in the D3 Transect Zone are limited to the north side of the area known as the “Lower River” as established in the Miami River Corridor Infill Plan and Miami River Greenway Action Plan, defined as the area from Biscayne Bay to the Fifth Street Bridge.
    3. Pursuant to Section 342.07, Florida Statutes, Lodging Uses in this Transect Zone must provide access for water-dependent commercial and recreational activities for the public such as public access to the Riverwalk, public docks, marinas, or other water- related amenities afforded by the waterfront location.

    MARINE-RELATED COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTFishing equipment and/or fishing supplies storage: open storage of fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies, including but not limited to Florida lobster traps, Stone Crab traps and Blue Crab traps is permitted By Right on all properties identified as Working Waterfront properties included in Appendix PA-1 of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan.Fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies storage: open storage of fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies, including but not limited to Florida lobster traps, Stone Crab traps and Blue Crab traps is permitted By Right on all properties identified as Working Waterfront properties included in Appendix PA-1 of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan.

    Fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies storage: open storage of fishing equipment and/or fishing supplies, including but not limited to Florida lobster traps, Stone Crab traps and Blue Crab traps is permitted By Right on all properties identified as Working Waterfront properties included in Appendix PA-1 of the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan.

    OPEN AIR RETAILAccess to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zones.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of on-site restroom facilities.
    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zones.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of on-site restroom facilities.

    Access to site must be from a major Thoroughfare.
    Distance separation of any Open Air Retail shall be a minimum of 75 feet measured from any property within T3, T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R Zones.
    Provision of paving striping for stalls and parking spaces.
    Provision of on-site restroom facilities.

    PERSONAL WIRELESS SERVICE FACILITYSubject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.Subject to the requirements of Section 6.4.
    PUBLIC STORAGE FACILITYAllowed By Warrant and subject to the following additional requirements:
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet radius between proposed facility and another exisiting facility.
    Waiver for reduction in distance requirement is not permissible.
    Shall have ground floor retail, manufacturer-enabled retail, or industrial uses along principal frontage. A minimum of 50% of the proposed ground floor uses shall be unrelated to the Public Storage Facility.
    Shall be referred to the Urban Development Review Board (UDRB).
    Provide bulk waste disposal on-site available to clients, subject to review by the Solid Waste Director or designee. Facility may be liable for illigal dumping if proven that illigal dumping originated from the specific Public Storage Facility within a one (1) mile radius of the facility.

    Allowed By Warrant and subject to the following additional requirements:
    Minimum distance requirement of 2,500 feet radius between proposed facility and another exisiting facility.
    Waiver for reduction in distance requirement is not permissible.
    Shall have ground floor retail, manufacturer-enabled retail, or industrial uses along principal frontage. A minimum of 50% of the proposed ground floor uses shall be unrelated to the Public Storage Facility.
    Shall be referred to the Urban Development Review Board (UDRB).
    Provide bulk waste disposal on-site available to clients, subject to review by the Solid Waste Director or designee. Facility may be liable for illigal dumping if proven that illigal dumping originated from the specific Public Storage Facility within a one (1) mile radius of the facility.

    WORK LIVE

    Maximum size of Dwelling shall not exceed 50% of the size of the Structure based on the total size of the Structure.
    Certificate of Use required.



    6.2.1 Community Residence Standards

    1 to 6 Residents
    LOCATIONT3 - R, L & O | T4 - R, L & O | T5 - R, L & O | T6 - R, L & O
    LOCATION STANDARDS

    Community Residences of six (6) or fewer residents shall not be located within a radius of one-thousand (1,000) feet of another.

    Distance shall be measured from nearest point of Property Line of proposed Community Residence to nearest point of Property Line of existing Community Residence within a T3-R or T3-L property. Homes of six (6) or fewer residents which otherwise meet the definition of a community residential home shall be deemed a single-family residence dwelling and a non-Commercial Use, for the purpose of this code.

    Homes of six (6) or fewer residents that otherwise meet the definition of a community residential home shall be allowed in T3, T4, T5 or T6, , provided that such homes shall not be located within a radius of one-thousand (1,000) feet of another existing such home with six or fewer residents. Such homes with six (6) or fewer residents shall not be required to comply with the notification provisions of this section; provided that, prior to licensing, the sponsoring agency provides the Office of Zoning with the most recently published data compiled from the licensing entities that identifies all community residential homes within the jurisdictional limits of the City in order to show that no other community residential home is within a radius of one-thousand (1,000) feet of the proposed home with six (6) or fewer residents. At the time of home occupancy, the sponsoring agency must notify the City of Miami Office of Zoning that the home is licensed by the licensing entity.

    PARKINGSee Article 3 and Article 4, Table 4 and Table 5
    7 to 14 Residents
    LOCATIONT3 - R, L & O | T4 - R, L & O | T5 - R, L & O | T6 - R, L & O
    LOCATION STANDARDS

    Prohibited in all T3 - R and L and within five-hundred (500) feet thereof.

    Community Residences servicing seven (7) to fourteen (14) residents shall not be located within a radius of twelve-hundred (1,200) feet of another.

    Distance shall be measured from nearest point of Property Line of proposed Community Residence to nearest point of Property Line of existing Community Residence or T3-R or T3-L.

    When a site for a community residential home servicing seven (7) to fourteen (14) residents or similar assisted living facility has been selected by a sponsoring agency in an area that allows multifamily, the agency shall notify the Planning Director in writing and include in such notice the specific address of the site, the residential licensing category, the number of residents, and the community support requirements of the program. Such notice shall also contain a statement from the licensing entity indicating the licensing status of the proposed assisted living facility or community residential home and specifying how the home meets applicable licensing criteria for the safe care and supervision of the clients in the home. The sponsoring agency shall also provide to the City the most recently published data compiled from the licensing entities that identifies all assisted living facilities, adult family-care homes, or community residential homes within the jurisdictional limits of the City. The Office of Zoning shall review the notification of the sponsoring agency in accordance with Transect regulations.

    • Pursuant to such review by the Planning Department, the City may:

    1. Determine that the siting of the assisted living facility or community residential home is in accordance with this code and approve the siting. If the siting is approved, the sponsoring agency may establish the home at the site selected.

    2. Fail to respond within sixty (60) days. If the City fails to respond within such time, the sponsoring agency may establish the home at the site selected.

    3. Deny the siting of the home.

    • The City shall not deny the siting of an assisted living facility or community residential home unless the City establishes that the siting of the home at the site selected:

    1. Does not otherwise conform to regulations of this code applicable to other multifamily uses in the area.

    2. Does not meet applicable licensing criteria established and determined by the licensing entity, including requirements that the home be located to assure the safe care and supervision of all clients in the home.

    3. Would result in such a concentration of community residential homes, assisted living facilities, and adult family-care in the area in proximity to the site selected, or would result in a combination of such homes with other residences in the community, such that the nature and character of the area would be substantially altered. A home that is located within a radius of twelve-hundred (1,200) feet of another existing community residential home in a multifamily zone shall be an over concentration of such homes that substantially alters the nature and character of the area. A home that is located within a radius of five-hundred (500) feet of a property designated T3R or T3L substantially alters the nature and character of the area.

    4. All distance requirements in this section shall be measured from the nearest point of the existing home or property designated T3-R or T3-L to the nearest point of the proposed home.

    If agreed to by both the City and the sponsoring agency, a conflict may be resolved through informal mediation. The City shall arrange for the services of an independent mediator or may utilize the dispute resolution process established by a regional planning council pursuant to Fla. Stat. s. 186.509. Mediation shall be concluded within forty-five (45) days of a request therefore. The resolution of any issue through the mediation process shall not alter any person’s right to a judicial determination of any issue if that person is entitled to such a determination under statutory or common law.

    PARKINGSee Article 3 and Article 4, Table 4 and Table 5.

    6.2.2 Adult Family-Care Homes Standards

    1 to 6 Residents
    LOCATIONT3 - R, L & O | T4 - R, L & O | T5 - R, L & O | T6 - R, L & O
    LOCATION STANDARDS

    Adult Family-Care Homes of five (5) or fewer residents shall not be located within a radius of one-thousand (1,000) feet of another.

    Distance shall be measured from nearest point of Property Line of proposed Community Residence to nearest point of Property Line of existing Community Residence.

    PARKINGSee Article 3 and Article 4, Table 4 and Table 5.

    6.3.1 Large Scale Commercial

    Except for Public Storage Facilities which must comply with the criteria set forth under Article 6, Table 13, a single commercial establishment occupying more than 55,000 square feet of Floor Area in any T6-O, D1 or D2 shall be permitted subject to the following requirements:

    Large Scale Commercial

    LOCATION

    By Exception in T6-O and shall be located only on Lots having Frontage on one (1) or more arterial roads. Ingress and egress to the Lot must be provided from these arterials and not from secondary roads or collectors. The Lots shall also be served and be readily accessible by collective transportation systems.

    By Warrant in D1

    By Right in D2. Section 6.3.1 “Additional Requirements” shall not apply.

    LOT SIZE

    As required by Transect Zone

    COMMERCIAL AREA LIMITATIONS

    Minimum: 55,000 square feet

    REQUIREMENTS WHEN ABUTTING A MORE RESTRICTIVE TRANSECT

    • A minimum of one (1) shade tree with a minimum Height of twelve (12) feet shall be planted at twenty-five (25) feet on center along the perimeter of the wall
    • Additional landscaping in the form of shrubs and Buffer plant material shall also be required.

    PARKING

    • All required Parking shall conform to Transect Zone and in addition it shall be provided onsite within an enclosed Structure
    • Parking Structures and parked vehicles shall be concealed from exterior street view and may only be located within the Third Layer

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

    • At ground level: Habitable Space such as Liners to conceal Parking Structures or Parking Areas, must be provided for at least sixty-five (65%) percent of linear street Frontages.
    • Second floor level: Habitable Space such as Liners to conceal Parking Structure, with a combination of architectural articulation for all linear street Frontages shall be required; however, in no case shall the Habitable Space Liners be less than forty percent (40%) of all linear street Frontages.
    • Third floor level and above: Habitable Space such as Liners to conceal Parking Structure, with a combination of architectural articulation for all linear street Frontages shall be permitted; however, in no case will the Habitable Space Liners be less than twenty-five percent (25%) of all linear street Frontages.

    6.3.3 Biscayne Boulevard Open Air Markets

    Properties with frontage along Biscayne Boulevard between NE 51st Street and NE 77th Street within the Biscayne Boulevard MiMo Historic District, by process of Warrant may conduct open air markets subject to the following:

    1. Open air markets shall be defined as outdoor farmer’s markets or craft markets, where only handmade crafts, fresh fruits and vegetables, prepared raw foods and drinks derived from fresh fruits and vegetables are sold.
    2. The outdoor market must be located on a parcel of no less than fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet of lot area.
    3. The display area of the outdoor market shall be limited to no more than sixty-five percent (65%) of the parcel area.
    4. All display tables and other such materials must be removed at the end of the permitted time of operation.
    5. The outdoor market display area shall be set back no less than twenty-five (25) feet from any abutting T-3 Transect.
    6. Outdoor markets may operate only between the hours of 8:00 a. m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays or Sundays only.
    7. No outdoor market may be located closer than one thousand five hundred (1,500) feet from another outdoor market.

    6.3.4 Health District Green Market

    Outdoor green markets are permitted within the CI-HD Transect Zone subject to all of the following conditions, regulations, and limitations. In addition to these requirements, an operational plan and vendor guidelines shall be required at the time of application:

    1. Only handmade crafts, live plants and flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, honey and pollen products, cheeses, jams and jellies, baked goods, prepared foods and drinks derived from fresh fruits and vegetables, soaps, and candles may be sold on any outdoor green market within this district.
    2. Outdoor green markets must be located within an improved site which shall consist of developed open space or plaza of no less than twenty-thousand (20,000) square feet. Outdoor markets may not be located within parking lots or structures.
    3. Outdoor green markets may not be located closer than one thousand five hundred (1,500) feet from another outdoor green market.
    4. Outdoor green market vending activities must take place on private property; vending within the right-of-way and obstruction of the right of way is not permissible under this section of the zoning code.
    5. Outdoor green markets may operate once a week only based on a pre-determined weekday. The green market permit shall include the day of the week and location for said permit.
    6. The applicant shall submit, at the time of application, the selected week date and location for the outdoor green market.
    7. The hours of operation shall be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    8. Outdoor green markets shall have a minimum of 12 vendors.
    9. Each vendor shall conduct business within a 10’ x 10’ white and/or green movable canopy which shall be removed at the end of each market day. Any table placed within the canopy area shall be covered with a green table skirt.
    10. All vending activity must be conducted within a vendor’s canopy area which shall be kept in clean and good condition at all times. Broken, faded or dirty canopies shall not be allowed.
    11. All garbage and trash shall be removed from the market site and disposed as required by law at the end of each market day.
    12. The market area shall be cleaned and left in a sanitary condition at the end of each market day.
    13. All signs shall be submitted for approval as part of the application.
    14. Noisemaking or flashing devices shall not be allowed.

    6.3.5 Central Coconut Grove Green Market

    Outdoor green markets are permitted within the district subject to obtaining a Warrant; and subject to all of the following conditions, regulations, and limitations:

    The Coconut Grove Central Commercial District consists of three general areas. Area A generally consists of both sides of S.W. 37th Avenue from Oak Avenue to Grand Avenue, and both sides of Grand Avenue from Brooker Street to Hibiscus Street. Area B is generally bound to the North by Oak Avenue from Allamanda Street to Mary Street, Mary Street to the East, includes both sides of Grand Avenue from Margaret Street to Mary Street, both sides of McFarlane Road from Grand Avenue to South Bayshore Drive, both sides of Main Highway from Grand Avenue to Commodore Plaza including both sides of Commodore Plaza and Fuller Street. Area C includes the North Side of Main Highway from Charles Avenue to Franklin Avenue.

    1. Only live plants and flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, honey and pollen products, cheeses, jams and jellies, baked goods, prepared foods and drinks derived from fresh fruits and vegetables, soaps, candles, handmade crafts, antiques, collectibles, paintings, and objects d’art may be sold on any outdoor green market within this district.
    2. Outdoor green markets must be located within an improved site which shall consist of ground level developed open space or plaza of no less than nine-thousand (9,000) square feet.
    3. Outdoor green markets shall not be located within parking lots or parking structures.
    4. Outdoor green markets vending activities must take place on private property; vending within the right-of-way and obstruction of the right-of-way is not permissible under this section of this Code.
    5. Outdoor green markets may operate two (2) days a week only based on predetermined day(s) of the week. The outdoor green market permit shall include the specific day(s) of the week and location for said permit.
    6. The applicant shall submit at the time of application the selected weekday(s) and location of the outdoor green market.
    7. The hours of operation including set-up and take-down shall be from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
    8. Outdoor green markets shall have a minimum of six (6) vendors.
    9. Each vendor shall conduct business within a 10’ x 10’ white or green movable canopy which shall be removed at the end of each market day. Any table placed within the canopy area shall be covered with a white and/or green fabric table skirt.
    10. All vending activity, display, or exhibit must be conducted within a vendor’s canopy area which shall be kept in good condition at all times. Broken, faded and/or dirty canopies shall not be allowed.
    11. All garbage and trash shall be removed from the market site and disposed as required by law at the end of each market day.
    12. The market area shall be cleaned and left in a sanitary condition at the end of each market day.
    13. Outdoor green market signs shall be submitted for approval as part of the Warrant application.
    14. Noisemaking or flashing devices shall not be allowed.

    6.3.6 Microbreweries

    The purpose and intent of these regulations are to: Establish baseline nuisance abatement standards beyond those prescribed in Miami 21 Code; to allow Microbreweries in mixed-use areas; to encourage beer manufacturers and distributors to provide retail sales and/or an opportunity to consume on premises; and to promote compatibility of Microbreweries and the surrounding land uses.

    a. Building disposition and configuration

    1. Microbreweries will be limited to the first story of the Principal Building and a maximum area of 20,000 square feet.

    2. The retail and/or consumption component of a Microbrewery shall be located on a Principal Frontage.

    3. The manufacturing and distribution functions of a Microbrewery shall be within a fully enclosed structure or Building.

    4. Unless otherwise stated herein, Microbreweries shall be subject to the regulations of the underlying Transect Zone.

    b. Permitting

    Microbreweries may be permitted as Alcohol Service Establishments provided that they are located within a cultural specialty district, as defined in Chapter 4 of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended (“City Code”). All proposed Microbreweries shall be required to obtain a Certificate of Use for the appropriate alcohol category as defined in Sec. 4-2 of the City Code.

    c. Offsite impact standards

    1. Vibration standard – In general; a person of normal sensitivities should not be able to feel any vibrations. (0.002g peak)

    (a) Vibrations lasting less than five (5) minutes per day are exempt.

    (b) Vibrations from vehicles that leave the site are exempt.

    2. Odor standard – In general; continuous, frequent, or repetitive odors may not be produced. The odor threshold is the point at which an odor may just be detected.

    3. Sound standard – In general; continuous, frequent, or repetitive sounds may not be produced.

    Sound standards are further defined in Chapter 36 of the City Code.

    4. Measurements for compliance with these standards are made from the property line of abutting properties.

    6.3.7 Educational Uses in the Downtown Miami Area

    The purpose and intent of these regulations are to permit all Educational Uses within the T6 Transect Zone in the Downtown Miami Area By Right in order to encourage educational facility opportunities in close proximity to the City’s core. Educational Uses within the T6 Transect Zone shall be allowed By Right in the Downtown Miami Area if it meets the below criteria. This Section will sunset on July 3, 2024 if not otherwise extended.

    1. Boundary. Downtown Miami Area is defined as all T6 Transect Zone properties that lie within the boundaries of west of Biscayne Bay, south of Northeast 24th Street, east of Biscayne Boulevard until 395, then east of 95 until West Flagler Street, then east of the Miami River; or south of the Miami River, east of 95 to the Metromover line, Northwest of the Metromover line to Southeast 15th Road then north of Southeast 15th Road with Biscayne Bay to the east, except for the properties fronting Brickell Bay Drive; or located at 888 MacArthur Causeway; included in the boundary are properties located on Brickell Key; specifically excluding all T6 Transect Zone properties within a 500-foot walking distance as measured by a surveyor from edge of the property to the closest T3 Transect Zone property.
    2. Permitting and Criteria. All new Educational Uses shall submit to the Planning Department for review and confirmation of compliance with the following standards and criteria:
      1. Total size of the site and Floor Area of the proposed Educational Use; and
      2. Maximum number of students; and
      3. Number of teachers and administrative and clerical personnel; and
      4. Number of classrooms and total square footage of classroom space; and
      5. Total square footage of non-classroom space; and
      6. Amount of exterior recreational/play area in square footage; and
      7. Number and type of vehicles that will be used in conjunction with the operation of the facility; and
      8. Number of parking spaces provided for staff, visitors, and transportation vehicles, and justification that those spaces are sufficient for this facility; and
      9. Grades or age groups that will be served; and
      10. Days and hours of operations; and
      11. Means of compliance with requirements of Miami-Dade County regulations, and any state and federal guidelines and regulations applicable to the specific application; and
      12. Compliance with Chapter 62 City of Miami Traffic regulations; and
      13. Compliance with all other provisions for Educational Uses in Miami 21 regarding the design, outdoor space, and other features as may be required.


    6.5.1 Concrete Batching Plants

    Permissibility

    Concrete Batching Plants shall be reviewed by process of Warrant and apply Article 4, Table 12 Design Review Criteria, as applicable. Environmental considerations include, but are not limited to, siting, air quality, water quality, noise, and waste minimization. To ensure the permitting of a Concrete Batching Plant does not have adverse impacts on the environmental quality of any neighborhood, permitting and operations shall be subject to the following limitations:

    a. Concrete Batching Plants shall not be located within 500 feet from Residential Uses. Siting shall consider the current and future proximity of sensitive land uses.

    b. Concrete Batching Plants must be sited on land that is not flood prone.

    c. Vehicle access routes which minimize impacts to the surrounding neighborhoods must be provided.

    d. Sand and aggregate must be kept continuously damp.

    e. Conveyor belts and hoppers must be covered or enclosed.

    f. Cement silos must be fitted with high level alarms, multi-bag pulse jet filters, airtight inspection hatches, and automatic cutoff switches on the filter lines.

    g. Duct work must be kept airtight and loading bays must be enclosed. An inspection regime for all dust control components must be developed and implemented.

    h. Spills must be cleaned up immediately.

    i. Concrete Batching Plants must utilize quieter equipment and alter or enclose equipment to reduce noise at the source with sound absorbing materials.

    j. Concrete Batching Plants must ensure alarms are used for emergencies only.

    k. Concrete Batching Plants must have an established waste minimization management policy to include:

    i. A waste management team.

    ii. A waste audit must to be conducted annually.

    iii. Viable waste minimization projects.

    iv. A waste management plan to be prepared and implemented. The plan must be monitored and evaluated for effectiveness.

    l. Site design must minimize the area of the site which generates contaminated storm water runoff. Concrete Batching Plants must have a separate dedicated drainage system to discharge clean storm water from the site.

    m. All contaminated storm water and process wastewater must be drained to a collection pit for recycling. Solids that accumulate in the pit must be regularly cleaned out. The wastewater recycling system must be able to store the contaminated runoff generated by 1 inch of rain in 24 hours. Use wastewater stored in the recycling system at the earliest possible opportunity. Refer to the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s “Stormwater Best Management Practice for Concrete Washout”.

    n. There must be no dry weather wastewater discharges from the site. Wet weather discharges must be monitored for pH and suspended solids and the records must be retained.


    6.6.1 Prohibition on Gambling Facilities

    Gambling Facilities are prohibited in alltransects except that “casino gambling” as defined in Article X, Section 30(b) of the Florida Constitution may be authorized by a 60% vote in accordance with Article XI, Section 5(e) of the Florida Constitution.


    6.6.2 Legal Nonconforming Facilities

    1. Existing Gambling Facilities may continue to operate as legal nonconforming uses pursuant to Article 7, Section7.2.6 of the Miami 21 Code.
    2. For the purpose of this Section, the summer jai alai fronton, cardroom, and sports wagering contemplated in that certain Settlement Agreement dated March, 2021 in West Flagler Associates, Ltd., vs. City of Miami, Case No. 19-21670-CIV-SCOLA/TORRES in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida will be considered a legal nonconforming facility.


    6.6.3 Amendments

    Amendments to this Section6.6 shall require a four-fifths (4/5ths) vote of the Commission.




    6.3.2.1 Open AirRetail

    Where permitted per Article 4, Table 3 and per conditions in Article 6, Table 13, Open Air Retail uses within open space, or partially open space including Plazas, Courtyards, Pedestrian Passages, and Roof Terraces may not count towards Floor Area and Floor Lot Ratio calculations if the retail elements, such as vending carts, kiosks, Retail Merchandising Units, or any other structures or furnishings, have wheels or are completely removable within twenty-four (24) hours.

    6.3.2.2 OutdoorDining

    Outdoor Dining may be allowed on private property within open space, or partially open space including Plazas, Courtyards, Pedestrian Passages, and Roof Terraces only when associated with a Food Service or Alcohol Service Establishment, as provided for in this Section. All tables, seating, furnishings, and other such associated material must be completely removable within twenty-four (24) hours. Outdoor Dining areas that contain up to fifty percent (50%) of the overall establishment’s seating capacity, may not count towards Floor Area and Floor Lot Ratio calculations.

    Outdoor Dining areas containing seating in an amount greater than fifty percent (50%) of the overall establishment’s seating capacity shall be counted toward Floor Area and Floor Lot Ratios and require parking per this Code, except within established Parking Trust Fund areas. Parking shall be calculated based on the total area occupied by the Outdoor Dining and according to the Miami 21 Code or applicable section of the City Code.

    Outdoor Dining is subject to all other provisions of City ordinances including but not limited to noise regulations per Chapter 36, alcohol regulations per Chapter 4, and Certificate of Use regulations per Chapter 2 of the City Code, as amended. A Certificate of Use reflecting the Outdoor Dining use must be obtained.

    1. Outdoor Dining is permitted, By Right, subject to meeting all the followingconditions:
      1. The property requesting the Outdoor Dining is located within the Downtown Development Authority (“DDA”) boundaries, as defined in Section 14-27 of the City Code.
      2. The property requesting the Outdoor Dining does not abut T3-R, T3-L, T3-O,T4-R, T5-R, or T6-R parcels pursuant to the Miami 21 Zoning Atlas;
      3. The Outdoor Dining is located on a property of no less than five thousand (5,000) square feet of lot area;
      4. The Outdoor Dining is located wholly within the private property;
      5. If the Outdoor Dining area is located between the Building and Frontage Line, a minimum five-foot wide clear pedestrian path must be maintained at all times.
      6. The Outdoor Dining does not contain seating in an amount greater than 50% oftheoverall establishment’s seating capacity.
      7. The Outdoor Dining is not located on a Roof Terrace or above the first retail floor level.
    2. Outdoor Dining may be permitted by process of Warrant in the event that one (1) or more of the By Right conditions above are not met.


    6.3.2.3 Vending Carts

    Within open space, or partially open space, display and sale of other merchandise or food products allowed to be sold generally within the district, and subject to the restrictions set forth herein, may be permitted by Exception.

    However, no Warrant or Exception shall be granted allowing existing uses to expand their retail activity or to display their merchandise into existing open or partially open space.

    All exhibits, displays and sales of items from vending carts shall be subject to the following limitations:

    1. All such carts shall be located completely within private property, or, on undedicated right-of-way with an approved agreement specifying terms of removal upon required dedication;
    2. Prior to the approval of any vending cart, a master site plan shall be submitted for review and approval; said master plan shall specify the locations and approximate footprints of all future carts;
    3. The merchandise and method of display shall reflect and complement the existing mix of uses within the district and shall be consistent with the unique physical layout, cultural traditions and historic character of the neighborhood.
    4. There shall be no more than 1 (one) cart per each thirty-five (35) linear feet of street frontage except that, within courtyards, there may be more upon compliance with the distance separation requirements specified below;
    5. All such carts shall conform with the following distance limitations unless an alternate proposal is justified due to existing established pedestrian patterns or other special site conditions:
      (a) All carts, whether located within completely enclosed plazas or courtyards, or within linear building frontage setbacks, shall be separated from each other by a minimum of ten (10) feet and from any adjacent permanent structures by a minimum of five (5) feet; (i.e. there shall be a minimum five (5) foot clear radius surrounding all such carts);
      (b) All carts located within linear building frontage setbacks shall be setback from any adjacent public right-of-way by a minimum of fifteen (15) feet.
    6. Total signage shall be limited to eight (8) square feet in area, however no individual sign may exceed four (4) square feet in area and there shall be no more than 2 signs per cart;
    7. Lighting shall be limited to task lighting as necessary for the conduct of business;
    8. All vending carts shall be limited to a maximum size of forty (40) square feet in area and shall not exceed a maximum height of ten (10) feet;
    9. All vending carts shall be securely anchored during business hours, however, they must have wheels in order to enable them to be removed within 24 hours in case of an emergency.

    Deviations from these standards may be approved by the Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board pursuant to an Exception Permit upon finding that the requested modifications are justified due to one or more of the following special conditions:

    1. Established pedestrian flow patterns,
    2. Existing landscape features
    3. Governmental action which creates a peculiar configuration on the subject property.
    6.4.1.1 On the Roof of a Building.

    6.4.1.1.1 New placement, replacement, modification, or collocated PWSF on the Roof of a Building shall be By Right, when all the following criteria are met:

    1. The PWSF equipment, mount and/or screening shall not interfere or inhibit the functions of emergency services telecommunications equipment; and
    2. Located on a building that is thirty-five feet (35’) or more in height; and
    3. Maximum device height above the roof shall not exceed thirteen feet (13’); and
    4. Mounts and antennas are visually concealed from ground-level and lateral views by parapets or screens.

    6.4.1.1.2 When the above criteria are not met, approval may be by process of Warrant, except when located in a T3 Transect Zone in which case approval may be by process of Exception.

    6.4.1.2 On a Façade or Elevation of a Building.

    6.4.1.2.1 New placement, replacement, modification, or collocated PWSF on the Façade or Elevation of a Building shall be By Right, when all the following criteria is met:

    1. The PWSF equipment, mount and/or screening shall not interfere or inhibit the functions of emergency services telecommunications equipment; and
    2. Placed on a building that is thirty-five (35 ft) feet or more in height; and
    3. The PWSF equipment is placed at a height of thirty-five (35 ft) feet or more on the façade or elevation; and
    4. Cover no more than thirty six (36) sq ft of each façade or elevation; and
    5. Flush mounted and not extending more than twelve (12) inches from the façade or elevation; and
    6. Painted to match the wall surface that it is mounted on or be designed as an ornamental feature; and
    7. Integrated into the architectural composition of the Façade or Elevation; and
    8. Ancillary cables shall be hidden.

    6.4.1.2.2 When the above criteria are not met, approval may be by process of Warrant, except when located in a T3 Transect Zone in which case approval may be by process of Exception.

    6.4.1.3 New Monopoles and Tower Devices

    6.4.1.3.1 New Monopoles and Tower Devices may be approved by process of Warrant, when all the following criteria is met:

    1. Applicants shall demonstrate that co-location on an existing Monopole or Tower Device serving the area is not available.
    2. Minimum Setback of Twenty (20) Feet from all Property Lines.
    3. Maximum Height:
      1. T3 Transect Zone; Thirty-five (35) Feet
      2. T4 Transect Zone; Sixty (60) Feet
      3. All Other Transect Zones; One Hundred and Twenty Five (125) Feet
    4. All equipment at the ground level shall be concealed by a streetscreen of a minimum height necessary to mitigate any ambient impacts.
    5. Designed to accommodate three or more co-locations of other antennas by future carriers.

    6.4.1.3.2 When the above criteria are not met, approval may be by process of Exception.

    6.4.1.4 Colocation on Monopoles and Tower Devices

    6.4.1.4.1 Collocation of antennae, equipment enclosures, and ancillary facilities (“Facilities”) on existing towers as specified on FS 365.172 (13)(a)1.a., or on other structures as specified in FS 365.172(13)(a)1.b, shall be allowed By Right, when all the following criteria are met:

    1. Does not increase the height of the tower or monopole to the extent that it would constitute a “substantial change,” as defined under Federal Law under Section 6409 of the Spectrum Act; and
    2. Any new equipment at the ground level shall be concealed by a streetscreen of a minimum height necessary to mitigate any ambient impacts. and
    3. Complies with the land development regulations currently in effect or effective at the time of the initial PWSF placement approval.

    6.4.1.4.2 To allow colocation, the replacement or modification of an existing tower or monopole shall be allowed By Right, when the following criteria are met:

    1. The structural modification or replacement does not increase the overall height to the extent that it would constitute a “substantial change,” as defined under Federal law under Section 6409 of the Spectrum Act; and
    2. The replacement is designed to have a similar or improved contextual outcome.

    6.4.1.4.3 When the above criteria are not met, process of approval shall follow that of a new Monopole or Tower Devices.

    6.4.1.5 Warrant and Exception Review Criteria

    6.4.1.5.1 Warrants and Exceptions may be approved upon review and compliance with the following requirements:

    1. Explanation prepared by an engineer qualified in the technological aspects (such as a “radio frequency [RF] engineer”) justifying why this facility is required, at this location, and at the proposed height;
    2. Line of sight studies depicting ground-level and lateral views of the facility;
    3. Mitigation plan that demonstrates buffering, screening, camouflaging and/or other measures taken to ensure negligible impact on the surrounding context;
    4. Mounts and Antennas on the roof that are visible from the Ground or Lateral views shall not exceed three (3) separate areas.
    6.4.1.6 Personal Wireless Service Facilities (PWSF) Procedures

    6.4.1.6.1 Review Timelines

    1. An application is deemed submitted or re-submitted on the date it is received by the City:
      1. If the submission, or re-submission, of an application is not completed in compliance with the City’s regulations, the City shall notify the applicant in writing within 20 business days of any deficiencies in the required documents or deficiencies in the content of the required documents which, if cured, make the application properly completed.
    2. Colocation Applications:
      1. For colocation applications that meet the following criteria, the City shall grant or deny such no later than 45 business days after the date the application is determined to be properly completed:
        1. The colocation does not increase the height of the tower to which the antennas are to be attached;
        2. The colocation does not increase the ground space area approved in the site plan for equipment enclosures and ancillary facilities; and
        3. The colocation consists of antennas, equipment enclosures, and ancillary facilities that are of a design and configuration consistent with all applicable regulations, restrictions, or conditions applied to the initial facilities.
    3. Other wireless facility applications:
      1. Other applications shall be granted or denied no later than 90 business days after the date the application is determined to be properly completed.

    6.4.1.6.2 Failure to Comply with Timelines

    1. If a properly completed application is not granted or denied within the timeframe set forth above, the application shall be deemed automatically approved and the applicant may proceed with the placement of the facility, as set forth in FS 365.172(13)(d), unless:
      1. The timeframe is voluntarily extended by the applicant; or
      2. The City’s procedures generally applicable to all other similar types of applications require City Commission action, in which case the City Commission must act on the application at its next regularly scheduled meeting; or
      3. An extension is required because of a declared local, state of federal emergency that directly affects administration of all permitting activities.