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Changes to Zoning Rules for Cutler Bay Town Center

Original title: AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3 LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTION 3-60 - “TC, TOWN CENTER DISTRICT” RELATING TO IMPERVIOUS AREA, OPEN SPACE, AND ROADWAY STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

Record date · August 26, 2020

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What This Bill Does

This ordinance updates land development regulations for the Town Center district in Cutler Bay. It specifically modifies requirements regarding how much of a property can be covered by non-porous surfaces, how much open space is required, and standards for local roadways.

Why it matters

Property owners and developers in the Town Center district will be subject to new technical requirements for construction and site design, which may impact project costs and development density.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property owners in Town Center district

They must comply with updated land development and roadway standards for any future construction or site modifications.

Directly affected

Real estate developers

They must adjust project designs to meet the new impervious area, open space, and roadway requirements.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance amends Chapter 3 of the Town of Cutler Bay Code of Ordinances.
  • The amendments specifically target Section 3-60, known as the 'TC, Town Center District'.
  • The changes update regulations for impervious area (surfaces that do not absorb water).
  • The changes update requirements for open space within the district.
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  • The changes update roadway standards for the district.
  • The ordinance includes a severability clause, ensuring the rest of the law remains valid if one part is found unconstitutional.
  • The ordinance includes a conflict clause to address inconsistencies with other existing laws.
  • The ordinance provides for codification into the town's official code.
  • The ordinance establishes an effective date for these changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Town Center District'?
It is a specific zoning area within Cutler Bay governed by Section 3-60 of the town's land development regulations.
How will this affect my property?
If your property is located within the Town Center district, you may have to comply with new rules regarding how much of your land can be covered by pavement or buildings () and how much must remain as open space.

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Town Center Regulatory Update

The town is actively refining density and infrastructure standards in its core district, likely to manage growth or drainage issues.

Connected Entities

Item # 2020-158, Town of Cutler Bay, Section 3-60
otherItem # 2020-158“The internal tracking number for this legislative item.”Map →
OrganizationTown of Cutler Bay“The local government body enacting the ordinance.”Map →
otherSection 3-60“The specific section of the Code of Ordinances being amended.”Map →

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