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PB25-0792, 1 Ocean Drive.

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Supportive (13)Opposed (3)Concerned (5)

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Public comments
21
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Feb 3, 2026.

Public comments (21)

OpposedAndrew StearnsFeb 3, 2026

Representing current tenant Penrod Brothers, argued that the new demolition proposal violated the original RFP and LDRs, urging denial or deferral.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:01:34 →
OpposedAndrew DickmanFeb 3, 2026

Representing a South of First resident, argued that the project constitutes a lease of public parkland requiring thorough review and a companion comp plan amendment.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:30:31 →
OpposedErica SotoFeb 3, 2026

South of Fifth Moms founder expressed disappointment over the massive scale and demolition proposed compared to the original modest renovation promise.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:40:53 →
SupportiveGeraldFeb 3, 2026

Local resident urged approval of the Pier Park redevelopment as a meaningful improvement.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:43:03 →
SupportiveBruce TaylorFeb 3, 2026

Expressed strong support for the Boucher Brothers and Major Food Group project, highlighting public beach access preservation.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:43:31 →
SupportiveBrett BenzaFeb 3, 2026

Spoke in favor of the project, stating Miami Beach needs world-class projects to restore its luster and praising the local home team.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:45:27 →
ConcernedNathalie LascanoFeb 3, 2026

Expressed concern about construction duration and traffic congestion impacting families in South of Fifth.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:47:47 →
SupportiveAndrew MermeliFeb 3, 2026

Longtime resident and property owner strongly urged board approval to help struggling Ocean Drive businesses compete.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:49:36 →
SupportiveGabriel KriegerFeb 3, 2026

Expressed support for the project's accessibility, lifestyle enhancement, and trusted operators.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:50:36 →
ConcernedSonia VelasquezFeb 3, 2026

Argued for a transparent process and pause in approvals, noting the shift from modest renovation to total demolition.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:51:29 →
SupportiveJonathan PlutzikFeb 3, 2026

Spoke as Ocean Drive Association chair supporting the project as vital to street revitalization and community progress.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:55:37 →
ConcernedLee LentzFeb 3, 2026

Urged the board to pause and require proper public review of significant plan changes.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 1:58:25 →
ConcernedMatthew GaltanoffFeb 3, 2026

Highlighted projected traffic increases and lack of community discourse, urging right-sizing of the project.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:00:13 →
SupportiveAllison HermanFeb 3, 2026

SOFNA VP confirmed unanimous neighborhood association board support following an open membership meeting.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:04:05 →
ConcernedErica DurstFeb 3, 2026

Expressed concern over fair process and significant changes from original RFP terms.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:07:01 →
SupportiveJohn CaprioFeb 3, 2026

Murano at Portofino HOA President and SOFNA director strongly advised board approval of the new Pier Park design.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:08:07 →
SupportiveLouis SalomeFeb 3, 2026

Expressed full family support for Boucher Brothers as outstanding community partners.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:10:34 →
SupportiveKen CoppellFeb 3, 2026

So Be Safe board member supported the project based on SOFNA endorsement and 11 PM closing caps.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:11:01 →
SupportiveSteve KrennicFeb 3, 2026

Expressed strong support for elevating South Beach and avoiding project water-down.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:12:44 →
SupportiveJordan LevyFeb 3, 2026

South Point Tavern owner and SOFNA commercial director detailed years of community involvement and unanimous support for the superior new design.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:14:32 →
SupportiveWayne RobertsFeb 3, 2026

South of Fifth resident supported the project as a balanced and well-designed improvement.

Planning Board - Feb 3, 2026 · 2:17:00 →