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Is Miami's Hot Housing Market Cooling Off?
The developer of Miami's massive Midtown project says selling the project before it is built does not indicate a change in Miami's hot housing market. Some Real Estate analysts disagree.
Miami's Preeminent Suburb Turns Ten
Meticulously planned down to the last cul-de-sac, Weston, Florida continues to be Miami's most sought after suburb.
Quirky Developer Looks To Add Retail Component To Miami's Condo Boom
Developer Mark Siffin, who some believe to have a troubled past, is planning to build Citisquare Center, a two block commercial center, to compliment Miami's downtown highrise condo boom.
Miami's Metro Rail Expansion May Be Foiled By Local University
Even with projections that call for a large increase in students, faculty, and therefore congestion, officials at Florida International University are rejecting the Miami-Dade Transit Authority's best laid plans for alleviating traffic.
Miami's Legal Battle Over 'Citywalk' Redevelopment Plan
The City of Miami rejected Florida-based Concalpro's "Citywalk" plan, citing the market would not support the proposal for the 135-acre property adjacent to Miami International Airport. Concalpro has answered the rejection by taking legal action.
Balancing Growth In Miami
As Miami continues to grow and gentrify, City officials must balance the concerns of their future and existing residents.
Miami's Most Ambitious Planning Project
With a focus on simplifying the development process and historic preservation, Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, the lead consultant on the Miami 21 Project, unveiled the first quadrant of the City's most ambitious urban planning project to date.
The Unveiling Of Miami 21
The City of Miami is set to change its antiquated zoning laws, hoping for a "grandly ambitious zoning overhaul".
Downtown Miami Condo Development Faces Opposition
A proposed condo development on one of downtown Miami's last vacant parcels faces opposition from nearby residents who believe that the loss of important viewsheds and an increase in traffic make the project undesirable.
Housing Market Swings In Miami
Housing prices have begun to fall as condo supply continues to grow in Miami.
Miami-Dade County Pays To 'Exercise' Unused Train System
As delays continue in the construction of Miami International Airport's new American Airlines terminal, Miami-Dade County is forced to pay $54,000 a month to maintain a people mover train system in Japan.
Is Miami's Urban Growth Boundary In Jeopardy?
Fresh off a recent victory, proponents of maintaining Miami's urban growth boundary are cautiously optimistic about the future.
Miami Holds Strong On Urban Development Boundary
Despite growing pressure, the Miami-Dade County Commission has decided not to amend its Urban Development Boundary -- for now.
Environmentalists, Republicans Stave Off Florida Keys Development
The Everglades-adjacent islands will remain under close watch by state government at least until 2009.
A Green Necklace For Miami?
Planners look to connect the nation's third largest park system through a vast array of greenways.
Miami-Dade To Reject All Development On Fringe?
The Florida Department of Community Affairs recommends that Miami-Dade County reject all development projects on the county's fringes until the county identifies sufficient drinking water.
Big Box Retailers To Anchor Miami's Urban Core
The focal point in Miami's urban revitalization will include at least six large retailers.
Miami's Amazing Spaces
Rumors abound that International architect Zaha Hadid may seek out one of Miami's "amazing spaces" for a new design.
Was The Biblical Cain The World's First Urban Planner?
In 'Fallen', David Maine's latest novel, he espouses the idea that Cain invented streets and marketplaces before murdering his brother.
What FEMA Might Learn From Wal-Mart?
Some nimble private companies -- like Wal-Mart and The Sun Herald -- have contingency plans in place for a hurricane.
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