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Miami's Foreclosure District
The Brickell District in downtown Miami is fast becoming the epicenter of condo unit foreclosure in southern Florida.
Miami On The Verge Of Major Downtown Makeover
County officials are moving forward with four mega-projects designed to improve downtown Miami. Critics wonder if they will really benefit the taxpayer.
Holding The Line On Miami-Dade's Urban Development Boundary
Citing strained resources, Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Alvarez has vetoed a number of development projects located outside of the County's ever-tenuous urban development boundary.
A 'City Within A City' Slated For Downtown Miami
With a glut of existing development already completed or underway, another major redevelopment is being planned on nine city blocks in Miami.
Miami's Botched Foreign Trade Zone Development
What could have been an economic development homerun for Miami's Wynwood neighborhood has turned out to be a miserable failure. Nonetheless, hope remains that new ownership can restore the site's promising potential.
Thirsty For A 'Green' Lifestyle? Drink Tap Water
A recent survey show that tap water outperforms bottled water, which bodes well for cities and citizens concerned about the environmental impacts of the billion dollar bottled water industry.
Going Green In Miami-Dade County
Despite minor speedbumps in the permitting process, an explicitly green home is now being built in Kendall, a suburb to the south of Miami. The owners expect it to be the greenest home in the region.
City Opposed As Struggling Neighbor Seeks Merger
Facing the possibility of not being able to afford service by county sheriffs, the city of West Park, Florida, is hoping to forfeit its cityhood and join up with neighboring Pembroke Park. But Pembroke Park is less than enthusiastic about a merger.
Miami's Highway Makeover
Thanks to recently acquired federal funding, commuter lanes along Miami's Interstate 95 will soon be replaced by toll lanes.
The Story Of South Beach
While South Beach today conjures images of upscale urban beach lifestyle and glorious art deco architecture, it has not always been that way.
Betting On The Downtown Miami Renaissance
Businesses are hoping the redevelopment activities in Downtown Miami will create a thriving commercial center. Until then, they are just trying to stay afloat.
Five Questions With Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk
Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk discusses Miami 21, the City of Miami's effort to rezone the entire city using the principles of the new urbanism.
New Orleans Woos South Florida's Construction Firms
With nearly $17 billion dollars available for reconstruction, New Orleans officials are calling upon south Florida's construction firms to help handle the demand.
In Miami, Smaller Buildings Captivate Too
Amidst Miami's highrise condo boom, the Design District offers buildings and plazas with innovative design at a more human scale.
West Palm Beach Seeks Signature Skyline
West Palm Beach, Florida, is entertaining several ideas to embolden its skyline. One proposal suggests a 1,500 foot tower, which would be the tallest in the United States.
Miami's Affordable Housing Crisis
Despite enjoying an unprecedented boom in residential construction, The City of Miami is failing to provide adequate affordable housing units to its most needy citizens.
Miami Moves Closer To Metrorail Expansion
Though funding is not ensured, the Miami-Dade Transit Authority has received permission from the federal government to start acquiring land for its 9.5 mile Metrorail line expansion.
Can A Stadium Also Be An Arena?
Owners of Dolphin Stadium in north Miami-Dade County hope a $250 million dollar renovation will help reposition the stadium as an entertainment mecca for the Americas, effectively blurring the line between traditional stadium, theatre, and arena.
Florida's Growing Tax Chasm
Despite stunning similarities in property values, tax burdens vary greatly in southern Florida, causing fed-up residents to seek relief.
Miami Wants Skinnier Lanes On Highways
In Miami, many plans are brewing for major highway facelifts -- including the creation of a four-level highway interchange. In the meantime, the region looks to deal with congestion by thinning highway lane widths to create more room for traffic.
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