DLA WITH CR AVIATION LEASING, LLC

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

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-611-26 (File Number 261253) approving a Development Lease Agreement between Miami-Dade County and CR Aviation Leasing, LLC for a 222,870 square foot parcel at Miami Executive Airport. The lease is for a term of 30 years with one five-year renewal option, for the development of aviation hangar facilities and ancillary infrastructure, with a minimum investment of $4,000,000.00 and an estimated $5,188,663.00 in rent and other revenue due to the County over the initial term. The project includes demolition of Buildings 109, 109A, and 109B, followed by construction of a 40,000 square foot hangar. The resolution directs the County Mayor to seek approval from traffic and consulting engineers and the Federal Aviation Administration. The final action was adoption on 7/21/2026. The Aviation and Seaport Committee forwarded it with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026 with an amendment adding whereas clauses about RER's dedicated permitting staff and expedited review. The document states CR Aviation will create approximately 225 temporary jobs and 25 permanent jobs, and will establish an Apprenticeship Readiness Pipeline with George T. Baker Aviation Technical College. The document also notes CR Aviation agrees to work with the FAA, the County, and MDAD's Noise Abatement Advisory Board to minimize potential adverse impacts to surrounding communities.