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Miami-Dade County Planning and Land Use Studies

Original title: Countywide Studies

land use agriculture economic development urban planning zoning

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The Frame

What this does

These studies inform future county decisions regarding where urban development is permitted and how agricultural land is preserved, directly impacting property use and regional economic growth.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Agricultural landowners

These landowners are subject to studies regarding land use viability and future development projections.

South Dade business owners

These businesses are the focus of regional economic development strategies aimed at growth and investment.

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Summary

This page provides access to official county planning reports, including studies on agricultural land use, regional economic development in South Dade, and urban expansion policies. These documents serve as resources for understanding how the county manages growth, land preservation, and economic strategy.

Key Facts

The Long Range Planning Unit conducts studies on land use, public services, and environmental planning.
Studies older than seven years are archived and available upon request by calling 305-375-2835.
An October 2023 study evaluated agricultural land use trends and projected land needs for 2030, 2040, and 2050.
The agricultural study was conducted by the county in partnership with the University of Florida-Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences.
The South Dade Economic Study outlines strategies for business growth and job creation in the region.
Urban Expansion Areas (UEA) are designated zones outside the Urban Development Boundary where urban growth may be authorized if specific criteria are met.
The Urban Expansion Area Task Force issued a final report on May 7, 2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I access planning studies older than seven years?

You can request older studies by calling the Long Range Planning Unit at 305-375-2835.

What is an Urban Expansion Area (UEA)?

A UEA is a designated area outside the where the Board of County Commissioners may authorize urban growth if specific land use criteria and development needs are met.

Why It Matters

These studies inform future county decisions regarding where urban development is permitted and how agricultural land is preserved, directly impacting property use and regional economic growth.

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Seven-Year Archive Policy

The county maintains an active list of studies for seven years before moving them to an archive, indicating a standard lifecycle for planning data.

Long Range Planning Unit

Connected Entities

personAlex Dambach“Contact person for the agricultural land use study.”Map →

locationHerbert S. Saffir Permitting and Inspection Center“County office location at 11805 SW 26 Street.”Map →

organizationUniversity of Florida-Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences“Partnered with the county to conduct the agricultural land use study.”Map →

personLourdes M. Gomez“Director of Regulatory and Economic Resources.”Map →

organizationMiami-Dade County“Local government body overseeing planning and land use.”Map →

locationStephen P. Clark Center“County office location at 111 NW 1st Street.”Map →

Sources

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www.miamidade.gov

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