Affordable Housing and Mixed-Use Development Projects
Summary
Housing department officials presented updates on affordable housing developments such as Citadel Village, Essence of Miami, and Flagler Villas, along with district-specific homeownership programs. The board inquired about cost-per-unit metrics and financing closings across various projects.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Bond funds are leveraged with other financing sources to support affordable housing construction and homeownership preservation programs.
Low- and moderate-income families and seniors seeking affordable housing and homeownership opportunities in Miami.
Delays in housing construction postpone relief for families facing severe housing affordability pressures.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA Meeting - Oct 8, 2026
The board advanced multiple housing initiatives, selecting Acre Communities for a multifamily affordable housing project and approving a mixed-use project with Mt. Zion Development Associates.
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City Commission - Final Budget Hearing - Sep 24, 2026
Residents and advocates called for increased investments in affordable housing, senior support programs, and community revitalization trusts to counter gentrification and displacement in neighborhoods like Liberty City.
OMNI CRA Meeting - May 28, 2026
The board approved $1.7 million for EWB Holdings to build affordable housing and a multi-generational family center.
Miami Forever Bond Program Citizens' Oversight Board - May 19, 2026
Housing department officials provided updates on affordable housing initiatives, highlighting the recent groundbreaking at Citadel Village, progress at Essence Miami and Dulce Vida, and ongoing financing discussions for the Grand Bahamas and Gallery at Wagner Creek projects.
Miami Forever Bond Program Citizens' Oversight Board - Jan 26, 2026
Housing department officials presented updates on affordable housing developments such as Citadel Village, Essence of Miami, and Flagler Villas, along with district-specific homeownership programs. The board inquired about cost-per-unit metrics and financing closings across various projects.
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