Miami 21 represents the “Miami of the 21st Century” and entails a holistic approach to land use and urban planning. It will provide a clear vision for the City that will be supported by specific guidelines and regulations so that future generations will reap the benefits of well-balanced neighborhoods and rich quality of life.

Miami 21 will take into account all of the integral factors that will make each area within the City a unique, vibrant place to live, learn, work and play. Six elements serve as the lynchpins in the development of the blueprint of Miami: Zoning (Miami 21 Zoning Code), Economic Development, Historic Preservation, Parks and Open Spaces, Arts and Culture, and Transportation.

From one supporter:
"WHY IS MIAMI 21 GREAT as a new zoning code? It puts RESIDENTS FIRST. Miami 21 PRESERVES EXISTING LOW-SCALE residential neighborhoods and requires gradual transitions to taller areas. And YOU WON'T NEED A LAND USE ATTORNEY to tell you what can be built next to you; each district fits on 2 pages including pictures.

Miami 21 also makes PEDESTRIANS a top priority. For example, buildings must step back as they go up. Garages must be concealed. The first floor of buildings must be lined with storefronts to promote activity and SAFETY. Sidewalks must include regularly-spaced trees.

Why are THE CRITICS WRONG? Some say it limits design freedom, but I THINK RESIDENTS SHOULD COME BEORE DESIGNER. Others say there will be glitches, but I believe any fix will be clear and quick once the existing mess of special districts and overlays is replaced with the simple framework of Miami 21.

If you care about Miami, support Miami 21."
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Miami 21 represents the “Miami of the 21st Century” and entails a holistic approach to land use and urban planning. It will provide a clear vision for the City that will be supported by specific guidelines and regulations so that future generations will reap the benefits of well-balanced neighborhoods and rich quality of life.

Miami 21 will take into account all of the integral factors that will make each area within the City a unique, vibrant place to live, learn, work and play. Six elements... (read more)