Create vessel parking and storage regulations in zoning code

6, TITLED “GENERAL TO ZONES/OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS,” AND ARTICLE 6,

1, TABLE 13, TITLED “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS/INTENT AND EXCLUSIONS,” TO CREATE CONSISTENCY WITH THE DEFINITIONS AND ESTABLISH AND UPDATE REGULATIONS, PROCESSES, AND BY RIGHT CRITERIA PERTAINING TO VESSELS, BOAT SLIPS, BOAT HOUSES, AND DOCKS / PIERS; FURTHER AMENDING ARTICLE 6,

3, TITLED “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS/COMMERCIAL USES,” TO ESTABLISH A NEW SUBSECTION REGULATING MARINE-RELATED COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. APPLICANT(S): Arthur Noriega V, Former City Manager on behalf of the City of Miami PURPOSE: The amendments update definitions, clarify land use regulations, and modernize design standards relating to Vessels, Boat Slips, Boat Houses, Docks / Piers, and Marine-Related Commercial. A By Right process has been made available when the proposal complies with specified criteria. Updated standards support their development and regulate their use, while also providing protection for neighborhood character and mitigating the impact on adjacent properties. FINDING(S): PLANNING DEPARTMENT: Recommended approval. PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD: On November 19, 2025 recommended approval, by a vote of 9-0. City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 City Hall 3500 Pan Ameican Drive Miami, FL 33133 www.miamigov.com City of Miami Legislation Ordinance Enactment Number File Number: 18479 Final Action Date: AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT(S), AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED (“MIAMI 21 CODE”), BY AMENDING ARTICLE 1, TITLED “DEFINITIONS,” TO INTRODUCE AND CLARIFY DEFINITIONS RELATED TO VESSELS; FURTHER AMENDING ARTICLE 3,

6, TITLED “GENERAL TO ZONES/OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS,” AND ARTICLE 6,

1, TABLE 13, TITLED “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS/INTENT AND EXCLUSIONS,” TO CREATE CONSISTENCY WITH THE DEFINITIONS AND ESTABLISH AND UPDATE REGULATIONS, PROCESSES, AND BY RIGHT CRITERIA PERTAINING TO VESSELS, BOAT SLIPS, BOAT HOUSES, AND DOCKS / PIERS; FURTHER AMENDING ARTICLE 6,

3, TITLED “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS/COMMERCIAL USES,” TO ESTABLISH A NEW SUBSECTION REGULATING MARINE-RELATED COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, on October 22, 2009, the Miami City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 13114 as the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Miami, Florida, which has been amended from time to time (“Miami 21 Code”); and WHEREAS, the Office of the City Manager appointed a Steering Committee to evaluate existing Miami 21 Code entitlements with the intent of identifying opportunities for process improvements and recommending legislative amendments (“Entitlement Reform Program”); and WHEREAS, the Committee determined that existing regulations for Vessels, Boat Slips, Boat Houses, Docks/Piers, and related commercial activities are outdated, inconsistent, or incomplete – creating administrative inefficiencies and uncertainty for applicants; and WHEREAS, an amendment to the Miami 21 Code is needed to add the “Marine-Related Commercial Establishment” subcategory under

3 to classify and regulate water- dependent and water-related commercial operations; and WHEREAS, these Miami 21 Code amendments streamline processes and reduce administrative redundancy while ensuring neighborhood character is preserved and impacts on Abutting properties are mitigated; and WHEREAS, the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (“MCNP”) promotes the creation of vibrant, pedestrian-friendly, and economically resilient urban environments through policies that encourage mixed-use development, active ground-floor uses, and enhancement of the public realm; and City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 WHEREAS, the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board (“PZAB”), at its meeting on November 19, 2025, following an advertised public hearing, adopted Resolution No. PZAB-R- 25-078 by a vote of nine to zero (9 - 0), Item No. PZAB. 3, recommending approval of this Miami 21 Code amendment; and WHEREAS, this Miami 21 Code text amendment was presented to the Miami River Commission and their feedback was incorporated herein; and WHEREAS, consideration has been given as to whether the proposed text amendment will further the goals, objectives, and policies of the MCNP, the Miami 21 Code, and other City regulations; and WHEREAS, consideration has been given as the need and justification for the proposed text amendment, including changed or changing conditions, that make the passage of the proposed text amendment necessary;

02(27), Florida Statutes (1989), and is also excluded from the definition of “private pleasure craft Recreational Vessel.” Incidental movement upon water shall not, in and of itself, preclude an entity from classification as a Floating Structure. A Floating Structure is expressly included as a type of tangible personal property (from

001 (17), Florida Statutes (1989). See illustration included with Ordinance No. 10932, adopted October 24, 1991. * * * Frontage: The area between a Building Facade and the vehicular lanes of a Thoroughfare, Mean High waterline Mean High-Water Line of a Waterfront, or Frontage Line of a Civic Space Type * * * Mean High Water Line: The intersection of the tidal plane of mean high water with the shore, pursuant to Florida Statutes §177.27(15), as amended. * * * Minor Accessories: An optional part fitted to perform an additional function or enhance performance. For Recreational Watercraft Vessel these include masts, antennae vent stacks and windshields. * * * Mooring Piles: Vertical pole(s), often made of treated wood or steel, driven into the seabed to secure a vessel. Mooring piles are a component of a Dock / Pier. * * * Pier: A platform extending from shore over water used to secure and protect vessels or allow pedestrian access to extend over water. See Article 6. See Dock. * * * Recreational Watercraft: A vessel or craft designed and licensed to move across or through water, designed and outfitted exclusively for recreational use. * * * City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 Vessel: Any watercraft, power-driven or not, mobile or stationary, surface, subsurface or hydrofoil, including but not limited to ships, boats, houseboats, air boats, and sea planes, but excluding Floating Structures. Vessel, Commercial: A vessel built, altered, or used for the principal purpose of engaging in water-related commercial activity, including but not limited to charter boats, fishing boats, cruise ships, and freighters. Vessel, Private Pleasure Craft Recreational: A vessel which is privately owned or leased primarily for recreational purposes. Private pleasure craft Recreational Vessel does not include commercial, official, or scientific vessels. For regulatory purposes, Private pleasure craft Recreational Vessels are divided into two (2) classes: Minor: Under sixteen (16) feet in length; Major: Sixteen (16) feet and over in length. Private pleasure craft, Recreational Vessel may or may not contain facilities qualifying them as a Residential Use. Where they do contain such facilities, the Use within the City limits shall be governed as provided in pursuant to this Code and other applicable regulations. Also known as a Private Pleasure Craft or Recreational Watercraft. * * * Section 3. Article 3 of the Miami 21 Code, titled “General to Zones,” is hereby amended in the particulars:1 “ARTICLE 3. GENERAL TO ZONES * * * 3.6 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS * * * 3.6.3 ADDITIONAL OFF-STREET PARKING REGULATIONS * * * General performance standards for Off-street Parking facilities: a. Parking shall be implemented so as to provide safe and convenient access to and from public Thoroughfares which include movement lanes and Public Frontages. b. Vehicular access through Residential properties for nonresidential Uses shall be prohibited. c. Off-street Parking spaces shall be located with sufficient room for safe and convenient parking without infringing on any public Thoroughfare or sidewalk. d. Off-street Parking spaces whose locations require that cars back into movement lanes shall only be permissible in T3 and T4 zones. Backing into Alleys shall be permissible in all Transect Zones. e. Off-street Parking or loading area shall not be used for the sale, repair, or dismantling of any vehicle or equipment, or for storage of materials or supplies. f. Parking or storage of commercial trucks, buses, vans, sign trailers; trailers or semi- trailers for freight, cargo; non-Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels, or the like shall not be permitted in any T3, T4, T5-R or T6-R Zone. g. Inoperable vehicles and other inoperable Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 or equipment shall be stored only in storage facilities or other approved places where they are completely concealed from public view. h. Except in connection with permitted active continuing construction on the premises, construction equipment such as earth moving machines, excavators, cranes, and the like shall only be allowed in D1, D2 and D3, as allowed by this Code. i. All Off-street Parking shall comply with applicable regulations related to lighting, paving, and drainage including the Miami-Dade County Code and the Florida Building Code. j. Specific areas may be set aside for Tandem Parking. Tandem Parking in all Transect Zones, except T3 and T4, shall be used only by a valet parking operator. k. Parking facilities on adjoining Lots may share access points, driveways and parking subject to a recorded covenant running with the property on which the facilities are located, by process of Waiver. l. Stationing of Recreation Watercraft Recreational Vessels: 1. Transect Zones The Sstationing of Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels may only be permitted in T3, T4-R and T4-L Transect Zones and only where incidental to a Single-Family Residence. This section shall not be construed as preventing the docking of boats along the waterfront. 2. Screening arrangements shall be made to buffer view of the Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels from Abutting parcels by means of walls, fences or landscaping of sufficient opaqueness to visually conceal its bulk while in keeping with applicable provisions in Article 3 and 5. 3. Occupancy Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels stationed in T3, T4-R and T4-L Transect Zones shall not be used as Residential or other Occupancies. 4. Location The Sstationing of Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels may only be permitted when placed within the Second or Third Layer of the property. 5. Height The maximum height of the Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessel shall not exceed eight (8) feet, inclusive of trailer and excluding Minor Accessories. 6. State or condition Stationing of Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessels in T3, T4-R and T4-L and T4 Transect Zones or when Abutting a T3 Transect Zone may only be permitted as long as the Recreational Watercraft Recreational Vessel is maintained in an orderly and seemly condition.” Section 4: Article 4 of the Miami 21 Code, titled “Standards and Tables” is hereby amended in the following particulars:1 “ARTICLE 4. STANDARDS AND TABLES * * * TABLE 3 BUILDING FUNCTION: USES * * * T3 T4 T5 T6 C D R L O R L O R L O R L O C S C I CI- H D D 1 D 2 D 3 City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 MARINE RELATED COMMERCIA L ESTAB. W********* * W********* * W********* * W********* * E R R R * * * ********** Marine-Related Commercial Establishments shall be allowed by Right when specified criteria are met, as outlined in Article 6, Table 13. * * *” Section 5. Article 6 of the Miami 21 Code, titled “Supplemental Regulations,” is hereby amended in the following particulars: “ARTICLE 6. SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS * * * Table 13: T3 - SUB URBAN ZONE * * * T3 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGE AND RECREATIONAL VESSEL Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. BOAT SLIP AND BOAT HOUSE Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. BOAT SLIP(S) Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% DOCKS AND PIERS Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T3 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High-Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, but no more than 95 feet, from the Mean High- Water Line, may be permitted by process of Warrant when the extension is justified on environmental considerations as verified by Miami- Dade County, Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (DERM). • When the above criteria are not met, extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High-Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, but no more than 95 feet, from the Mean High- Water Line, may be permitted by process of Warrant when the extension is justified on environmental considerations as verified by Miami- Dade County, Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (DERM). • When the above criteria are not met, extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High-Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, but no more than 95 feet, from the Mean High- Water Line, may be permitted by process of Warrant when the extension is justified on environmental considerations as verified by Miami- Dade County, Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (DERM). • When the above criteria are not met, extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T3 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN Waterbodies are limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception, when required by applicable agency. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessels may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock / Pier Setbacks: Minimum of 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: Minimum of 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, Ccommercial Vvessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. Waterbodies are limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception, when required by applicable agency. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessels may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock / Pier Setbacks: Minimum of 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: Minimum of 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, Ccommercial Vvessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. Waterbodies are limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception, when required by applicable agency. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessels may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock / Pier Setbacks: Minimum of 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: Minimum of 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, Ccommercial Vvessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. * * * Table 13: T4 - GENERAL URBAN ZONE * * * T4 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGE Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T4 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN AND RECREATIONAL VESSEL barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. BOAT SLIP AND BOAT HOUSE Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. BOAT SLIP(S) Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% DOCKS PIERS Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, but no more than 95 feet, from the Mean High- Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be Extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet . Further extension of docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay permitted by Exception, when required by applicable agency. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T4 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN Water Line, may be permitted by process of Warrant when the extension is justified on environmental considerations as verified by Miami- Dade County, Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (DERM). • When the above criteria are not met, extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies are limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception, when required by applicable agency. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessels may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies are limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception, when required by applicable agency. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessels may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: Minimum of 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies are limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception, when required by applicable agency. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessels may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: Minimum of 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T4 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN Minimum of 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: Minimum of 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. Minimum of 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. Minimum of 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. * * * Table 13: T5 - URBAN CENTER ZONE * * * T5 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGE AND RECREATIONAL VESSEL Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. BOAT SLIP AND BOAT HOUSE Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: • Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. BOAT SLIP(S) Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% DOCKS PIERS Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T5 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T5 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. * * * Table 13: T6 - URBAN CORE ZONE * * * T6 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGE Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T6 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN AND RECREATIONAL VESSEL barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. BOAT SLIP AND BOAT HOUSE Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. Inland Boat Slip: • Maximum size: 35% of the Waterfront Setback Boat House: Maximum size: 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, 15 feet high. BOAT SLIP(S) Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% Maximum coverage of waterfront setback: 35% DOCKS PIERS Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T6 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. • Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 T6 RESTRICTED LIMITED OPEN Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. Table 13: C - CIVIC C CS – CIVIC SPACE CI – CIVIC INSTITUTION CI-HD – CIVIC INSTITUTION HEALTH DISTRICT BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGE AND RECREATIONAL VESSEL Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. DOCKS PIERS Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, shall be By Right when the required Waterfront Side Setbacks (

11) are provided and not obstructed by Docks, Piers or Vessels. • When the above criteria are not met, Docks or Piers may be approved by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. private Recreational Vessel may be docked or moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. * * * Table 13: D - DISTRICT * * * D D1 - WORKPLACE D2 - INDUSTRIAL D3 - WATERFRONT INDUSTRIAL BOATS HOUSEBOAT HOUSE BARGE AND VESSEL, COMMERCIAL Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. Occupancy of private pleasure crafts and houseboats or house barges a House Barge or Recreational Vessel shall not be allowed except for those specifically grandfathered and regulated by Ordinance #10932, adopted October 24, 1991. DOCKS PIERS Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. Extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay are limited to 35 feet However, by Exception a 600 feet maximum extension of docks and Piers into Biscayne Bay may be allowed. City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet measured from the Mean High- Water Line, may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private CommerciaL Vessel may be docked or Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet measured from the Mean High- Water Line, may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private CommerciaL Vessel may be docked or Docks and Piers are subject to approval by applicable agencies. Extension of Docks or Piers into Biscayne Bay are permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 65 feet, measured from the Mean High- Water Line, by Right. • Greater than 65 feet measured from the Mean High- Water Line, may be permitted by process of Exception. Extension of Ddocks or Piers into other Wwaterways or Waterbodies is limited to permitted as follows: • Up to a maximum of 10 feet or 10% of waterway width, whichever is less, by Right. However, by Exception further extension may be approved, subject to approval from all applicable agencies. • Further extensions may be permitted by process of Exception. Only pleasure craft private CommerciaL Vessel may be docked or City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. moored on property adjacent to T3-R, T4-R, T5-R, T6-R. Dock/ Pier Setbacks: 10 feet from any Abutting property Vessel setback: 5 feet from any Abutting property. Prohibited uses or appurtenances: davits in excess of 3 ton capacity, commercial vessels, commercial boat ramps, and commercial hauling and fueling. * * * 6.3 COMMERCIAL USES * * * 6.3.8 Marine-Related Commercial Establishments 6.3.8.1. Marine-Related Commercial Establishments located within T5-L, T5-O, T6-L, and T6-O Transect Zones (except when Abutting a T3 or T4-R Transect Zone) shall be allowed by Right when all the following criteria are met: 1. Location a. At the Ground level, the storage of Vessels and/or Floating Structures shall be located in the Third Layer and concealed by a Liner or Streetscreen. b. Above the Ground Level, the storage of Vessels and/or Floating Structures may be located within the Second or Third Layer. 2. Height a. Marine-Related Commercial Establishments shall be allowed up to the Height allowable by Right of the underlying Transect Code, except as follows: I. Abutting T4-L or T4-O; 50 feet 3. Design Standards a. Where a Building cannot meet the Building Façade requirement (Article 5), it may be modified by process of Waiver, as follows: I. Reduced by a maximum of 30%; and/or City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 II. A portion of the Façade may be designed as a colonnade that includes a Streetscreen of a minimum Height of 3.5 feet. b. A solid and continuous masonry wall, a minimum of six feet in Height, whose surfaces are stuccoed and/or painted, shall be provided along all Side and Rear property lines. c. A densely planted vegetation Screen shall be provided along all Side and Rear property lines Abutting T4-L or T4-O Transect Zones or an existing Single-Family Residence or Duplex, including the following components: I. A combination of trees and shrubs using a variety of Florida-friendly species pursuant to Article 9,

1, titled “Plant Quality,” that will mature to create a continuous visual Screen; and II. Tree specimens shall have a 3” caliper and a minimum height of fourteen (14) feet at planting and a minimum height of twenty-five (25) feet at maturity, except where the height and location of overhead power-lines requires the planting of low growing trees, which shall be a minimum height of eight (8) feet and minimum caliper of two (2) inches at time of planting and a mature height and spread not encroaching within five (5) feet of overhead power-lines; and III. Shrubs shall be planted at a maximum average spacing of thirty (30) inches on center or if planted at a minimum height of thirty-six (36) inches, shall have a maximum average spacing of forty-eight (48) inches on center and shall be maintained so as to form a continuous, unbroken and solid visual screen within one (1) year after time of planting. d. By Right proposals shall not include the maneuvering of Vessels across the Waterfront Walkway. The maneuverability of Vessels across the Walkway may be permitted by process of Warrant and shall be designed as follows: a. limited to one location that is less than fifteen (15) feet in width; b. integrated with the Waterfront Design standards; and c. managed and operated to safeguard pedestrians. 4. Ambient Standards a. Operations shall comply with the City’s Noise Ordinance; b. The operation of heavy lifting equipment may only take place during the hours of 7am and 8pm; c. Lighting: I. Max 2.0 foot-candles at Side and Rear. II. All lighting shall minimize glare to adjacent properties and face inward. 6.3.8.2. When the above criteria are not met, approval of Marine-Related Commercial Establishments may be obtained pursuant to Article 4, Table 3, titled “Building Function: Uses”. * * *” City of Miami File ID: 18479 (Revision: ) Printed On: 4/15/2026 Section 6. It is the intention that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Miami, Florida, which provisions may be re- numbered or re-lettered and that the word "ordinance" may be changed to "section", "article", or other appropriate word to accomplish such intention. Section 7. If any section, part of a section, paragraph, clause, phrase, or word of this Ordinance is declared invalid, the remaining provisions of this Ordinance shall not be affected. Section 8. This Ordinance shall become effective ten (10) days upon adoption.2 APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: 2 This Ordinance shall become effective as specified herein unless vetoed by the Mayor within ten (10) days from the date it was passed and adopted. If the Mayor vetoes this Ordinance, it shall become effective immediately upon override of the veto by the City Commission or upon the effective date stated herein, whichever is later.