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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Car Wash:
Subject to City Code Chapter 23
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:
Subject to City Code Chapter 23
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. 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 member and 1 space for each 8 vehicles stored on the premises.
All access to site shall 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.
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Car Wash:
Subject to City Code Chapter 23
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:
Subject to City Code Chapter 23
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 shall 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.
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.