EMERGENCY GENERATORS INSTEAD OF EQCB

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · ordinance

This ordinance amends Miami-Dade County Code sections 24-5, 24-18, and 24-43 to authorize administrative approval for emergency generators at healthcare facilities and food stores within wellfield protection areas, replacing the need for public hearings before the Environmental Quality Control Board (EQCB). The change allows for streamlined permitting while maintaining environmental protections. Specific conditions apply, including proximity to wells, containment measures, and fuel volume limits for food stores. The intent is to reduce development costs and permitting timeframes for essential facilities.