09.09.2026 - Housing Committee Meeting

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners Housing Committee convened on September 9, 2026, to discuss several housing-related agenda items, including the establishment of the Miami-Dade Attainable Housing Corporation and amendments to the local housing assistance plan in response to Senate Bill 594. A significant portion of the meeting focused on procurement and policy considerations related to affordable housing development and management, including the creation of a 501(c)(3) instrumentality to act as a developer and leverage funds more creatively. Commissioners debated the county's role in housing development versus private sector involvement, emphasizing concerns about long-term property management and maintenance. The committee also addressed relocation assistance funding for mobile home park residents facing displacement due to park closures, discussing the adequacy of a proposed $10,000 assistance cap and the limited SHIP funding available (approximately $1.5 to $2 million). Public testimony highlighted the urgent needs of displaced residents and called for increased funding and safeguards. The committee unanimously approved the amended local housing assistance plan, with commitments to further engage community stakeholders and explore best practices for relocation assistance and housing development management.