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Guide to Historic Preservation in Miami-Dade County

Original title: Historic Sites

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What this does

Property owners of s must obtain official approval from the Historic Preservation Board before performing certain repairs or construction, but may qualify for exemptions.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Property owners of designated historic sites

These owners must seek board approval for construction or repairs and may apply for tax exemptions.

Municipalities

Municipalities may choose to opt out of the County's preservation program by passing their own local ordinances.

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Summary

This document outlines the Miami-Dade County historic preservation program, which protects significant structures and archaeological sites from demolition or alteration. It explains the designation process, requirements for property owners, and available tax exemptions for qualifying projects.

Key Facts

The County oversees 141 individually designated historic sites, 46 archaeological sites, and 8 historic districts.
The County facilitates preservation initiatives for 24 municipalities that lack their own programs.
10 municipalities have opted out of the County's historic preservation program through local ordinances.
Designated properties require review by local staff or the Historic Preservation Board before construction or repairs.
Owners of designated properties may be eligible for County ad valorem tax exemptions for qualifying construction projects.
Properties under nonprofit or government ownership may be eligible for historic preservation grants.
Miami-Dade County Code Sec. 16A-3.3 mandates the annual publication of a list of all designated historic and archaeological resources.
The County maintains a 'Miami-Dade Historic Resource Guide' for public reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my property need approval for repairs if it is a designated historic site?

Yes, designated properties require review by local historic preservation staff or the Historic Preservation Board to obtain approvals before undertaking certain repairs or construction.

Are there financial incentives for owning a historic property?

Yes, designated properties may be eligible for the County’s historic preservation exemption program, and nonprofit or government-owned properties may be eligible for preservation grants.

How do I know if my municipality follows the County's preservation rules?

10 municipalities have of the County's program; you should consult the Miami-Dade Historic Resource Guide or contact local preservation staff to confirm jurisdiction.

Why It Matters

Property owners of s must obtain official approval from the Historic Preservation Board before performing certain repairs or construction, but may qualify for exemptions.

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Municipal Autonomy

A significant portion of the county (10 municipalities) has opted out of the centralized county preservation program, indicating a decentralized approach to historic oversight.

Miami-Dade County

Connected Entities

locationHerbert S. Saffir Permitting and Inspection Center“Office location at 11805 SW 26 Street, Miami, FL 33175.”Map →

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

organizationMiami-Dade County“The local government body overseeing historic preservation programs.”Map →

locationStephen P. Clark Center“Administrative office location at 111 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.miamidade.gov

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