United States • Florida
Site analysis in Miami
An introduction to site analysis in Miami, covering planning context, common constraints, climate, terrain and transport. Use this city overview to identify what needs checking at the specific site.
Use this overview to plan your research. Verify current requirements and site-specific conditions against the relevant primary sources. Read our data sources, coverage and limits guide.
Planning regime
Miami 21 form-based code + Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan + County review
Key constraints
- FEMA flood zones AE/VE (sea level rise)
- Hurricane wind zones
- Historic preservation overlays
- Airport height restrictions (FAA Part 77)
Climate context
Aw tropical. Hot all year. 1500mm rainfall mostly summer. Hurricane season June-November.
Topography
Effectively flat, max 12m. Sea level rise priority planning.
Transport spine
Metrorail, Metromover (downtown people mover), Brightline, Tri-Rail, bus.
Building height context
Brickell and Edgewater allow supertall. Single-family neighbourhoods T3 form-based 35ft.
Notable recent projects
- Brickell City Centre
- Magic City Innovation District
- Wynwood Norte
Questions
What planning policies apply in Miami?
Miami 21 form-based code + Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan + County review
What are the most common site constraints in Miami?
FEMA flood zones AE/VE (sea level rise). Hurricane wind zones. Historic preservation overlays. Airport height restrictions (FAA Part 77).
Can Atlasly run a site analysis in Miami?
Available site information depends on the address and data source. Start with the site location and review the returned sources and coverage before using the results.
Run a site analysis in Miami
Start with a site location, review the available evidence and identify the checks needed for your next design decision.
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