Resolution 2024-33214 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-33214
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, URGING THE OWNERS OF THE
RIVIERA PLAZA APARTMENTS TO EXTEND THE MOVE-OUT PERIOD
FOR CURRENT RESIDENTS BY NO LESS THAN 30 DAYS FROM THE
ORIGINALLY SPECIFIED DEADLINE, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS TO HELP COVER MOVING COSTS
INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE REQUIRED RELOCATION; AND
FURTHER, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF
THIS RESOLUTION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY'S HISTORIC
PRESERVATION BOARD.
WHEREAS, the residents of Riviera Plaza Apartments, located at 337 20th St,
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (the "Building") are facing an imminent move-out deadline by
the end of August 2024, due to the Riviera Plaza Apartments being scheduled for
renovations from a multi-family residence into a boutique hotel; and
WHEREAS, the owners filed an application before the City's Historic Preservation
Board ("HPB") for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the partial demolition, renovation
and restoration of the Building, including the introduction of a rooftop pool and decks on
November 23, 2022 (HPB22-0554); and
WHEREAS, the HPB reviewed and approved the application on March 14, 2023;
and
WHEREAS, subsequently, the applicant also submitted a request for a State
Extension under the State of Emergency Declarations for Hurricane Ian and Hurricane
Nicole in order to extend the Development Approval, which was granted and extended
through July 9, 2029; and
WHEREAS, most of the residents of Riviera Plaza apartments are older adults
and long-time residents of the building; and
WHEREAS, an extension of the move-out period would alleviate undue hardship
on residents in finding suitable alternative housing, especially in view of the current
housing shortage; and
WHEREAS, assistance with moving costs would lessen the financial burden on
residents during this transition; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission respectfully urge the owners of the
Riviera Plaza Apartments to extend the move-out period for current residents by no less
than 30 days from the originally specified deadline, and to provide financial assistance
to residents to help cover moving costs incurred as a result of the required relocation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY.RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby urge the owners of the Riviera Plaza Apartments to extend the
move-out period for current residents by no less than 30 days from the originally
specified deadline, and to provide financial assistance to residents to help cover moving
costs incurred as a result of the required relocation; and further direct the City Clerk to
transmit a copy of this Resolution to members of the City's Historic Preservation Board..
PASSED and ADOPTED this day of 141 , 2024.
ATTEST:
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From: Granado, Rafael
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Subject: Transmittal of Resolution 2024-33214- Riviera Plaza
Attachments: Resolution 2024-33214.pdf
Importance: High
Good afternoon members of the City's Historic Preservation Board (Bcc):
Attached please find a copy of City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2024-33214
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA,
URGING THE OWNERS OF THE RIVIERA PLAZA APARTMENTS TO EXTEND THE MOVE-OUT PERIOD
FOR CURRENT RESIDENTS BY NO LESS THAN 30 DAYS FROM THE ORIGINALLY SPECIFIED
DEADLINE, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS TO HELP COVER MOVING
COSTS INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE REQUIRED RELOCATION;AND FURTHER, DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY'S
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD.
This Resolution was unanimously passed and adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami
Beach on July 24, 2024.
Respectfully,
MIAMI BEACH
Rafael E. Granado, Esq., City Clerk
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305.673.7411 rafaelgranado a miamibeachfl.gov
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work, and play in our vibrant, tropical,
historic community.
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Granado, Rafael
From: Granado, Rafael
Sent: Tuesday,July 30,2024 2:31 PM
To: Tarre,Alba
Cc; Cardillo, Lilia; Granado, Rafael
Subject: Riviera Plaza Resolution - 2024-33214
Attachments: Scan_Granado, Rafael_14_18_30-07-2024.pdf
Good afternoon Alba,
Please find Resolution 2024-33214. Please transmit to owners of the Riviera Plaza Apartments as necessary.
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,.FLORIDA, URGING THE OWNERS
OF THE RIVIERA PLAZA APARTMENTS TO EXTEND THE MOVE-OUT PERIOD FOR CURRENT RESIDENTS BY NO LESS THAN
30 DAYS FROM THE ORIGINALLY SPECIFIED DEADLINE,AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS TO HELP
COVER MOVING COSTS INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE REQUIRED RELOCATION;AND FURTHER, DIRECTING THE CITY
CLERK TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY'S HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD.
Thank you.
MIAMI BEACH
Rafael E. Granado, Esq., City Clerk
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305.673.7411 rafaelgranado(c�miamibeachfl.cov
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Good afternoon members of the CRy's Histonc Preservatan Board(Bcc)
Attached please fond a copy of City o1 Miami Beach ResolWon No.2024-33214
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,FLORIDA,URGING THE OWNERS OF THE RI VIERA PLAZA APARTMENTS TO EXTEND THE MOVE-OUT PERIOD FOR CURRENT RESIDENTS BY NO LESS THAN 30 DAYS FROM
THE ORIGINALLY SPECIFIED DEADLINE,AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS TO HELP COVER MOVING COSTS INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE REQUIRED RELOCATION;AND FURTHER DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT COPY
OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY'S HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD.
This Resolution was unanimously passed and adopted by the Mayor and Coy Commission of the City of Morn.Beach on July 24 2024.
Respectfully
MIAMI BEACH
Rafael E Granule,Esq..Gty Gear
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Orme Miami Beach,FL 33139
Tel 305 673 7411 rafaelgratadocm anxbeach0.son
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: July 24, 2024
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, URGING THE OWNERS OF THE RIVIERA PLAZA
APARTMENTS TO EXTEND THE MOVE-OUT PERIOD FOR CURRENT
RESIDENTS BY NO LESS THAN 30 DAYS FROM THE ORIGINALLY SPECIFIED
DEADLINE, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS TO
HELP COVER MOVING COSTS INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE REQUIRED
RELOCATION; AND FURTHER, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A
COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY'S HISTORIC
PRESERVATION BOARD.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Alex
Fernandez.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
N/A
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable,the Business Impact Estimate (BIE)was published on .
See BIE at: https:l/www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meetinq-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area •
South Beach
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Project?
No No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Attorney
Sponsor(s)
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Co-sponsors)
Condensed Title
Urge Riviera Plaza Apartments Owner to Extend the Residents' Move-Out Deadline.
(Fernandez) CA