Land Use and Sustainability Committee 7.15.2026

The City of Miami Beach Land Use and Sustainability Committee met on July 15, 2026, to discuss several land development and urban improvement initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of amendments to land development regulations allowing temporary offsite construction staging and parking to mitigate impacts of major public construction projects, with safeguards such as security plans and removal of staging areas upon project completion. The committee also received updates on the historic hotel redevelopment projects on Collins Avenue, including the Raleigh Hotel, where over $5 million has been spent on foundation and shoring work, with interior renovations expected to begin in early 2027. Additionally, the committee discussed potential use of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) funds to incentivize affordable housing development and supplement rents, with a directive for staff to research and present models by October 2026. Other topics included beautification plans for the MacArthur Causeway flyover bridge and efforts to improve retail tenant quality along Lincoln Road, including exploring financial incentives to encourage replacement of package liquor stores with more desirable tenants. Several items were deferred for further study or future meetings.