Florida Affordable Housing Programs
The significant increase in the population of Miami in recent years, combined with a lack of affordable housing, has prompted our local and state governments to take proactive steps to establish programs designed to promote the development of affordable projects.
Our team of experts is well-versed in the intricate details of local zoning codes & will advise you of the benefits these different development programs offer.
Miami Dade County Programs
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Among other benefits, the county provides: density bonuses, setback reductions, expedited plan reviews, & impact fee exemptions for affordable housing projects
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Large scale developments near MetroRail stations are reviewed under RTZ standards and eligible for additional benefits
City of Miami Programs
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<80% AMI income range
Eligible for increased density & parking reductions
Non-profit developers can use federal/state funds & tax credits -
80-120% AMI income range
Eligible for increased density & parking reductions
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<80% AMI income range
Eligible for increased density & most parking reductions
Non-profit developers can use federal/state funds & tax credits
Florida Live Local Act
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Eligible properties must allow Mixed-Use in existing zoning/land use designations. Projects in single family residentially zoned neighborhoods do not qualify.
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Highest density & FAR allowed in the municipality, height of comparator building < 1 mile distance, parking reductions or exemptions, property tax exemptions (if 70+ units)
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