HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026-34203RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34203
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY
ADMINISTRATION TO COLLABORATE WITH THE OFFICE OF THE
CITY ATTORNEY, THE OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL, AND
THE SPONSOR OF THIS RESOLUTION TO PREPARE AND MAIL A
LETTER TO EVERY CONDOMINIUM UNIT OWNER IN THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH TO RAISE AWARENESS REGARDING THE CITY'S
BULK BUYOUT ORDINANCE (SECTION 58-600 ET SEQ. OF THE MIAMI
BEACH CODE OF ORDINANCES) AND THE GOOD STANDING
ORDINANCE (SECTION 2.4.1 OF THE MIAMI BEACH RESILIENCY
CODE); AND FURTHER, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
PROVIDE A REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION BY LETTER TO
COMMISSION WITHIN 60 DAYS.
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach has adopted a "bulk buyout' ordinance
codified in Section 58-600 et seq. of the Miami Beach Code of Ordinances, which is
intended to protect residential condominium unit owners from certain predatory
solicitation practices often associated with bulk acquisitions; and
WHEREAS, the bulk buyout ordinance generally prohibits specified predatory or
misleading solicitations to condominium unit owners, and requires any prospective bulk
purchaser acquiring a significant ownership interest to provide written notice of their
acquisition to the affected condominium association, the property manager, and each
individual unit owner; and
WHEREAS, the City has also adopted a "good standing" ordinance, codified at
Section 2.4.1 of the Miami Beach Resiliency Code, which requires that any property
owner seeking an amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan or Land Development
Regulations first certify that the property has no open zoning or life -safety violations, and
that there are no outstanding fines, fees, liens, or other unpaid obligations owed to the
City; and
WHEREAS, both ordinances serve important public -interest purposes by
promoting transparency, protecting homeowners, and ensuring that applicants for
land -use changes remain in compliance with City code requirements; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission find that it is in the best interest of
the City and its residents to proactively inform all condominium unit owners of the rights,
protections, and obligations established by these ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the dissemination of this information will assist in enhancing public
awareness, reducing consumer vulnerability, and promoting compliance with the City's
regulatory framework.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLBED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby direct the City Administration to collaborate with the Office of the City
Attorney, the Office of the Inspector General, and the sponsor of this Resolution to
prepare and mail a letter to every condominium unit owner in the City of Miami Beach to
raise awareness regarding the city's bulk buyout ordinance (Section 58-600 at seq. of the
Miami Beach Code of Ordinances) and the good standing ordinance (Section 2.4.1 of the
Miami Beach Resiliency Code); and further, directing the City Administration to provide a
report on implementation by Letter to Commission within 60 days.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this /9 day of mGf'C'� , 2026.
ATTEST:
MAR 2 0 2026 Sven Meiner, Mayor
Rafael E. Granado, City k 26
(sponsored by Commissioner Alex J. Fernandez)
Cosponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Cosponsored by Commissioner Monica Madeo-Salinas
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: March 18, 2026
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
COLLABORATE WITH THE OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY, THE OFFICE OF
THE INSPECTOR GENERAL, AND THE SPONSOR OF THIS RESOLUTION TO
PREPARE AND MAIL A LETTER TO EVERY CONDOMINIUM UNIT OWNER IN
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH TO RAISE AWARENESS REGARDING THE CITY'S
BULK BUYOUT ORDINANCE (SECTION 58 600 ET SEQ. OF THE MIAMI BEACH
CODE OF ORDINANCES) AND THE GOOD STANDING ORDINANCE (SECTION
2.4.1 OF THE MIAMI BEACH RESILIENCY CODE); AND FURTHER, DIRECTING
THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO PROVIDE A REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION
BY LETTER TO COMMISSION WITHIN 60 DAYS.
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Alex
Fernandez.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The sponsor of this item requests that the Administration be prepared to address the fiscal impact
of this proposed measure, 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: hfti)s:l/www.miamibeachfl.govlcity-halllcity-clerk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
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Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item. Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Protect?
No
No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec 2481
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
Prepare and Mail Notice to All Condo Unit Owners Regarding City's Bulk Buyout and Good
Standing Ordinances. (Fernandez) CA
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Onlyl
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