Resolution 2025-33485RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33485
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION -OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE AD
HOC PERMITTING PROCESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE SUPPORTING THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WALK-THROUGH PILOT PROGRAM INITIATIVE
AND DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY STEPS
TO IMPLEMENT THIS INITIATIVE AS SOON AS REASONABLY
PRACTICABLE.
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach recognizes the critical importance of a streamlined,
transparent, and efficient permitting process for the continued growth and development of the city;
and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission established the Ad Hoc Permitting Process
Advisory Committee in February 2024 to evaluate and recommend improvements to the City's
permitting process, particularly in enhancing the capacity and service levels for Miami Beach
residents; and
WHEREAS, the Ad Hoc Permitting Process Advisory Committee has completed its review
and, after careful consideration, recommended through a motion made by the Committee -at their
December 17, 20204 meeting, that the City implement a walk-through pilot program initiative to
allow certain eligible permit applicants to complete the permitting process more efficiently and in
person by submitting applications and receiving approvals on a same -day basis, thereby reducing
delays and expediting project timelines; and
WHEREAS, the implementation of the walk-through pilot program initiative would provide
an expedited permitting process for specific types of permits, thereby improving service delivery,
enhancing customer satisfaction, and helping to support timely development and construction
projects; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires that the Administration implement the
Committee's recommendation and believes that the walk-through pilot program initiative will
contribute to a more efficient permitting process, benefiting both residents and businesses while
maintaining high levels of safety, compliance, and quality standards.
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 accept the recommendation of the Ad Hoc Permitting Process Advisory Committee
supporting the implementation of the walk-through pilot program initiative and direct the
Administration to take all necessary steps to implement this initiative as soon as reasonably
practicable.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this .3
ATTEST:
day of Fe Jru c i'Y , 2025.
7V FEB 0 5 2025
Rafael E. Gra ado, City Clerk
(Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez)
teven Meiner, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: February 3, 2025
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE AD
HOC PERMITTING PROCESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE SUPPORTING THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WALK-THROUGH PILOT PROGRAM INITIATIVE
AND DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY STEPS TO
IMPLEMENT THIS INITIATIVE AS SOON AS REASONABLY PRACTICABLE.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Laura
Dominguez.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The sponsor of this item requests that the Administration be prepared to address the fiscal impact
of this proposed measure, if any, at the City Commission meeting.
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://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerklmeeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
Citywide
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Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item,
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17?
No
Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
Proiect?
M
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 Laura Dominguez
Co-sponsors)
Condensed Title
Implement Permitting Process Walk -Through Pilot Program. (Dominguez) CA
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