RELATING TO THE INFILL HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-16 · ordinance

This legislative matter concerns an amendment to the Miami-Dade County Infill Housing Initiative Program, specifically Section 17-124 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida. The amendment aims to limit the number of extensions and the total time that can be granted to developers for completing projects under the program. The ordinance was introduced on April 14, 2026, and amended on June 16, 2026. A key change is that no more than two one-year extensions will be granted per property, with a possibility for one additional extension under extraordinary circumstances and a two-thirds vote. The purpose of the Infill Housing Program is to increase affordable housing, redevelop urban neighborhoods, and eliminate blight. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on April 21, 2026, deferred on June 2, 2026, and amended on June 16, 2026. The final version is detailed in Legislative File No. 261111. Public comment was minimal during committee review, with no one appearing to speak at the Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee hearing. Commissioner Bastien expressed support and proposed an amendment to protect developers facing delays beyond their control. Commissioner Hardemon requested deferral due to the absence of key commissioners. Commissioner Bermudez emphasized the need for consequences for non-developing entities.