After gaining its first round of approvals from Aventura’s City Commission, Adam Neumann’s Flow company is heading back for a second round. The recently proposed three-tower project is requesting special approval to build additional height, density, and floor area than normally allowed by Aventura code. The preliminary concept design by De La Fontaine Architecture and Zyscovich Architecture envisions curvaceous towers opening up to immense public space for residents and the public alike. These towers will have room for 675 units, with unit sizes ranging from a minimum 500 SF for studios and a minimum 1250 SF for 4 bedroom units. While city code permits 25 units per acre and past proposals gained special approval for 50 units per acre, this development is actually proposing 65 units per acre: a level of density never seen before with this property.
39,000 SF of retail, along with added public space, widened sidewalks, and increased greenery will aim to improve the pedestrian activation in the area. This level of both foot and car traffic will be supported by multiple nodes of transit, such as the project’s ideal proximity to Brightline’s newest station as well as multiple bus stations. However, despite the project’s location near transit, the development will still include 1,709 parking spaces, 1,000 of which located in the tower. While this total is actually lower than the 2,271 spaces required by city code, it may still be more than necessary given the site’s strong transit access.
The project is also seeking a significant height exception, with all three towers proposed at 29 floors or 311 FT, far exceeding the current code restriction of 10 floors or 100 FT. Plans and elevations show that the design incorporates amenity spaces not only atop the shared podium but also on the rooftops of the towers themselves. Residents can enjoy features like lounge areas, bars, and even a rooftop lap pool above the 29th floor.
The proposed development with multiple conditional use approvals is not walking away for free. In return, the project promises immense public benefits to the city, including $4,250,000 towards various school-related assistance, 50 shared bicycles, 25 community cars, 20 HERO housing units (housing assistance for teachers, military, etc), and more.
Located at 20801 Biscayne Boulevard, the project has already received staff recommendation for approval. After the development acquires necessary approvals from the city commission, it can commence with demolition of two parking garages on-site before beginning fountain work.
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