Development NEWS Members Only

North Beach Towers Could Rise Higher Under Proposed Development Rule Changes

Miami Beach's Planning Board took up a proposed Land Development Regulations amendment on May 5, 2026, that would create a new "North Beach Residential Use Incentive Area" along Collins Avenue — extending a residential incentive framework already in place for Mid Beach northward from 63rd Street to approximately the 6800 block.

Journal Staff May 14, 2026

Planning Beach Housing

Litigation NEWS Members Only

Lennox Miami Beach Hotel Sues 11 Contractors Over Alleged Water Damage Construction Defects

The owners of the Lennox Miami Beach hotel at 1900 Collins Avenue have filed suit against 11 construction companies, alleging widespread water intrusion and defective work from a 2019 renovation, with damages exceeding $750,000.

Journal Staff May 12, 2026

Development NEWS

South Bay Club Condo Association Seeks Emergency Injunction Against Unit Owner Allegedly Sabotaging $27M Repair Loan

South Bay Club Condominium Association has filed suit against unit owner James Weingarten, alleging he is contacting their lender with false accusations to derail a $27 million structural repair loan — and stands to profit $2 million if the building is forced into a developer sale.

Journal Staff May 12, 2026

Housing

Government NEWS

Miami Beach City Meetings Scheduled for Week of May 18–22

A reference of the week's public city meetings

Journal Staff May 13, 2026

Government NEWS Members Only

What's on the Agenda: Historic Preservation Board Meeting on May 12, 2026

Miami Beach's Historic Preservation Board meets Tuesday to weigh demolition and new construction at three Washington Avenue and Lincoln Road properties, with staff recommending approval with conditions on all three items.

Journal Staff May 08, 2026

Culture & Events NEWS

8 things to do in Miami Beach this weekend (May 8–10, 2026)

From Bandshell concerts to Mother’s Day sunset yoga, here’s what to do in Miami Beach this weekend.

Journal Staff May 08, 2026

Government ANALYSIS Members Only

Miami Beach Eyes Full Trolley Wraps and New Ad Contract to Squeeze More Revenue from Idle Fleet

Miami Beach's Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee voted May 6 to recommend amending the city's trolley advertising contract to allow full-vehicle wraps, while directing staff to negotiate stronger terms for a new advertising deal.

Journal Staff May 07, 2026

Budget Transportation

Parking ANALYSIS Members Only

City Committee Rejects $1.8M Parking Plan for Holocaust Memorial Area, Opts for Low-Cost Fixes Instead

Miami Beach's Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee voted Wednesday to convert 19th Street to three-hour maximum parking and pursue a golf cart shuttle rather than fund an $1.8 million street reconfiguration project near the Holocaust Memorial.

Journal Staff May 07, 2026

Government ANALYSIS Members Only

Miami Beach Eyes Condo Assessment Relief Program, But Funding Remains Elusive

Miami Beach's Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee advanced a proposal to help condo owners absorb crushing special assessment bills, voting to send the unfunded program framework to the full City Commission for a final decision on eligibility rules.

Journal Staff May 07, 2026

Arts & Culture NEWS

Wolfsonian Invites Digital Artists to Apply for 2026–27 Creative Fellowship

The Wolfsonian–FIU is accepting applications through May 31 for its Creative Fellowship, focused this cycle on digital media and how technology can bring its historic collection to new audiences.

Journal Staff May 07, 2026

Business NEWS

Miami Beach Offers Up to $60,000 in Rent Relief to Lure Arts and Culture Businesses to South Beach's Historic Overlay District

Miami Beach's Commercial Lease Subsidy Program provides up to $60,000 over three years to eligible businesses in the Art Deco/MiMo district, aiming to replace nonconforming uses and attract new arts and culture tenants.

Journal Staff May 06, 2026

Culture & Events NEWS

South Beach Film Festival Returns May 13–17 With Free Outdoor Screenings, Industry Events, and Diverse Lineup

The 2nd Annual South Beach Film Festival takes over Miami Beach from May 13–17, 2026, with free outdoor screenings on Lincoln Road and Collins Park, plus ticketed events at Ocean Drive, Faena, and rooftop venues.

Journal Staff May 06, 2026