1600 Washington Avenue Residential Development Project
Summary
The commission reviewed a major private development proposal by Paul Cejas to build a mixed-use rental housing project at 1600 Washington Avenue, requiring zoning and comprehensive plan amendments to increase FAR and height limits. Supporters praised the project for adding much-needed non-luxury rental housing to the urban core, while critics and neighborhood residents raised concerns about building scale, potential future condo conversions, and pedestrian impacts.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Increases local property tax revenues and adds residential density to the downtown core.
Local workers, downtown merchants, and prospective renters seeking housing inventory in South Beach.
Nearby residents concerned about increased neighborhood density and traffic congestion.
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