Tree ordinance and FLORA review
Summary
The tree ordinance advisory group is working toward a January report, exploring canopy-based mitigation fees, tree banks to save specimen trees (Coral Gables has a model program), a pre-application review process for developers, and penalties for bad actors.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Mitigation fees may be recalibrated to reflect canopy value, and developers would pay into tree replacement or relocation.
Residents citywide who benefit from tree canopy for heat, flooding and air quality, and developers who'd get early clarity on requirements.
Homeowners and developers could face stricter or looser permitting rules depending on where the committee lands.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Climate Resilience Committee Meeting - Nov 2, 2026
The tree ordinance advisory group is working toward a January report, exploring canopy-based mitigation fees, tree banks to save specimen trees (Coral Gables has a model program), a pre-application review process for developers, and penalties for bad actors.
Climate Resilience Committee Meeting - Sep 21, 2026
The Tree Ordinance Advisory Committee is reviewing city, county, and state tree rules and held five public meetings for feedback. FLORA, deferred three times, was brought back by Commissioner Pardo, with staff aiming to wrap the review by end of 2026 and clarify the confusing waiver process.
Miami Tree Ordinance Advisory Committee - Jul 13, 2026
The committee will spend the next several months examining whether Miami's tree removal, replacement, and mitigation rules actually protect the canopy — or just burden homeowners while developers clear lots. Recommendations go to the City Commission by early 2027.
Climate Resilience Committee Meeting - Apr 30, 2026
Staff provided an update on the upcoming establishment of the city's Tree Advisory Committee, which is coordinating with Florida State University to review tree ordinances and community feedback. Residents and board members emphasized the urgency of protecting mature urban canopies.
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