More Than 9,000 Units in the Pipeline: Data at West Palm Beach’s 2025 Developer Outreach Shows Development Surge
West Palm Beach’s Development Services Department recently held its 2025 Developer Outreach, providing an early look at how the city’s development pipeline is positioned heading into the year. The meeting convened developers, property and business owners, planners, architects, and other industry stakeholders as the city continues to oversee a growing number of projects moving through review, permitting, and construction. The presentation went beyond key figures, but also outlined how the department is responding to current development demand while offering updates on projects recently delivered, those under construction, and proposals advancing through the approval process. Several upcoming developments were also previewed publicly for the first time, offering insight into what may soon reshape the city’s skyline beyond Downtown. Floridian Development takes a look at the upcoming changes in West Palm Beach. Completed, Under Construction, or Planned Residential Projects: Several notable updates were shared regarding the evolution of downtown living and surrounding neighborhoods in 2025. The completion of 512 Clematis added 89 residential units to the downtown core, while Palm Beach Atlantic University’s new dormitory (long the subject of design-related controversy) has moved into the construction phase and is planned to accommodate 990 students. Under Construction: Completed: Planning: In total, 2,800 multifamily units are currently under construction, with an additional 130 recently completed and 6,125 more under review. Altogether, more than 9,000 units are in the pipeline for West Palm Beach in the coming years, an impressive figure for a city that has only recently begun to accelerate its development pace. (Certain projects may have been excluded due to inadequate data or lack of progress). Completed, Under Construction, or Planned Hotel Projects: Hotel development in West Palm Beach are also gaining momentum, fueled by an influx of talent and wealth that has increased both demand and expectations for higher-quality accommodations. Between 2020 and today, the city added 1,641 hotel rooms, including the 215-room property at 695 South Olive which opened in 2022. Looking ahead, the pipeline remains active, with projects such as the planned hotel in the Nora District expected to add 201 rooms and further projects that plan to increase West Palm Beach’s hotel inventory in the coming years. Under Construction: Completed: Planning: While smaller in scale than the multifamily pipeline, hotel development remains one of West Palm Beach’s most active sectors. Currently, 511 hotel rooms are under construction, with another 150 recently delivered and 1,305 more in various stages of planning. Among the more notable proposals are early plans for the PBAU Arkona–Olive Hotel, which would add a new hotel high-rise near the Palm Beach Atlantic University campus. (Certain projects may have been excluded due to inadequate data or lack of progress). Completed, Under Construction, or Planned Office Projects: In the last four years, developers, primarily Related Ross, has added 668,033 SF of new office according to the City of West Palm Beach, representing a large chunk of 1.6m currently of class A office today. The influx of new office construction and proposals in West Palm Beach reflects growing demand for high-quality, Class A space, with strong leasing activity concentrated in the downtown core and sustained interest from major tenants. Office utilization across the market has held above average, and developers such as Related Ross have committed significant capital to new projects. Under Construction: Completed: Planning: Perhaps the most closely watched segment of West Palm Beach’s development pipeline, new office construction now represents one of the largest concentrations of planned Class A space in the Southeast. Currently, approximately 1,834,009 SF of office space is under construction, with an additional 270,000 SF recently delivered and another whopping 1,150,636 SF in the planning stages. (Certain projects may have been excluded due to inadequate data or lack of progress). What Lies in the Future? As West Palm Beach works to manage an influx of new residents alongside rising construction activity, the city is also advancing several land-use initiatives aimed at making better use of existing urban space. In the Broadway Mixed-Use District, height allowances have been increased from three to seven stories, accompanied by an emphasis on enhanced landscaping and wider sidewalks to improve walkability. At the same time, the city is in the process of updating its Downtown Master Plan, introducing revisions to tower massing and, in select areas, higher height and density limits. While permitting activity has slowed across much of Florida, West Palm Beach has moved in the opposite direction, reaching its highest level of permit activity since 2022. Of the permits issued, approximately 52 percent are tied to residential construction, with the remaining 48 percent associated with commercial development.
Construction Permit Filed for Robles Park Lot D, Marking First Phase of Redevelopment
Plans for the long-anticipated Robles Park redevelopment in Tampa are moving closer to construction, as permits for the project’s first phase have now been submitted to the city. Known as Lot D, the parcel will deliver the first new residential building within the 35-acre redevelopment area, representing a major step forward following the demolition of the public housing complex. The effort is being led by PMG Affordable in collaboration with the Tampa Housing Authority, building on a master plan that received city approval in 2024 after an extensive planning and public review process. Demolition of the original Robles Park complex began in late 2025, clearing a site that once included 67 low-rise buildings constructed in the 1950s as part of a national urban renewal era. The redevelopment will replace one of Tampa’s oldest public housing communities with a modern, mixed-income neighborhood intended to increase residential density while preserving long-term affordability. The full Robles Park redevelopment is estimated to carry a price tag of approximately $800 million and will be delivered in multiple phases over several years. Construction is currently targeted to begin in April 2026, following the completion of demolition work. The recent submission of permits for Lot D aligns with that timeline, with permits likely being expedited prior to groundbreaking. Submitted on January 21st, 2026, the application represents a full building permit for new construction, covering structural work and core building systems such as plumbing and electrical. With this permit in place, the project can move forward without needing multiple smaller permits to begin construction. Construction will be led by Ducon, LLC as the general contractor, with Urban Atelier Group serving as construction manager. The proposed building will deliver 233 affordable housing units serving households earning between 30 percent and 80 percent of the area median income. Residents displaced by the original demolition of Robles Park will have a right of return and will not face rent increases should they choose to move back into the redevelopment. Unit layouts will include one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences, with sizes ranging from 571 SF at the low end to about 1,439 SF for the largest units. Two-bedroom units will make up the largest share of the overall unit mix. According to a project description given by the developer, the building will include a plethora of residential amenities, including a pool deck on the second level. In addition to the pool, the development will feature approximately 10,000 SF of interior amenity space, along with a nearly 2,000 SF leasing office for residents. A 32,486 SF community center is also planned for the second floor, intended to serve the new community. To accommodate parking needs for both residents and the on-site community center, the development will provide 210 parking spaces. This total is made possible through an approved parking reduction waiver. All parking will be located at ground level as a surface lot. The building is designed by Orlando-based Baker Barrios Architects, the firm behind the broader Robles Park master plan. Architectural elevations show the structure rising seven stories, or approximately 83 FT to its highest point. The exterior employs a contemporary palette of gray and white tones, combining stucco and metal finishes in a style consistent with other recent Baker Barrios projects. Before demolition, the original Robles Park community consisted of 432 residential units and a 3,036 SF daycare facility. The approved redevelopment envisions a far larger and more comprehensive development, ultimately delivering 1,098 affordable housing units, 160 affordable senior residences, 550 multifamily units, and 42 single-family homes. In addition, the plan includes approximately 41,000 SF of retail space, a 32,486 SF community center, and a new 30,000 SF supermarket, significantly expanding both housing capacity and neighborhood-serving amenities.
Floridian Rundown: Alma at FIU Planned in Sweetwater; FAA Permits Filed for Tower 36
Today’s Floridian Rundown spotlights two high-rise projects, both in Miami-Dade. One centers on a largely under-reported development in Sweetwater, where Alma at FIU is moving forward as a major student-oriented tower serving Florida International University, with demolition complete and capital raising underway. The other turns to Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, where Tower 36 is showing signs of renewed momentum following the filing of a new FAA height application, marking the first substantive update on the project in several months. Floridian Rundown is an experimental article format designed to surface development activity that may not always warrant standalone coverage. Published as a periodic roundup, the series focuses on early-stage proposals, design evolutions, and under-the-radar projects that are quietly moving through the pipeline, offering readers additional context beyond Floridian Development’s traditional weekday reporting. Please take the time to complete a poll at the end of the article to help the site better understand public perception of this publication type. Alma at FIU Sweetwater, already experiencing a surge in student-oriented high-rise development tied to Florida International University, is preparing to add another major project to its skyline. Dubbed Alma at FIU, the multifamily tower is planned for a roughly 0.8-acre site at 300 SW 109th Avenue. The project is being developed by BAI Capital and designed by BKV Group, with plans calling for approximately 561,000 gross SF of construction. Once built, the tower would stand among the tallest developments in Sweetwater. Construction is currently targeted to begin in January 2027, marking the project as the city’s third high-rise to enter construction since 2025, following two recent groundbreakings. As the project moves through Sweetwater’s design and approval process, the development team is also raising capital. Alma at FIU is offering multiple investment tiers, including an EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Because the project is located within a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), foreign investors are eligible to participate at the reduced EB-5 threshold of $800,000, while still qualifying for a green card. Alma at FIU is planned to deliver 565 residential units, totaling 644 beds. The development will include ground-floor retail, above which an eight-story parking podium will be constructed and wrapped with residential units to maintain architectural continuity. The podium will provide 644 parking spaces, effectively allocating one space per bed to accommodate student demand. Miami-Dade County permitting records show that a demolition permit for the former retail building on the site was issued months ago. Demolition activity quickly followed in early 2025 and has since advanced to the complete clearing of the property. Construction will be led by HITT Contracting as general contractor, with Kimley-Horn serving as the project’s civil engineer. FAA Application Filed for Tower 36 News surrounding Tower 36, a planned high-rise in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, has been relatively quiet in recent months as the project has undergone internal design revisions. That lull appears to be breaking, however, with a new FAA height application recently filed by One Thousand Group, the firm behind 1000 Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects. The project was first presented to Miami’s Urban Development Review Board in 2023 as an office-focused development, proposing 312,058 SF of office space, 28,922 SF of retail, and 691 parking spaces within a 32-story tower rising 635 FT. That concept was later abandoned in favor of a revised program centered on branded residences, a private members club, premium dining, and other hospitality-oriented uses. Detailed plans for the updated vision have not yet been publicly released, as the project is still in the planning phase. Designed by KPF in collaboration with ODP Architecture, the tower is envisioned as one of Miami’s more distinctive recent high-rise designs. The building is largely wrapped in glass, with balconies periodically carved out, giving the facade depth and a modern profile. The tower was filed with the Federal Aviation Administration at a height of 649 FT, or 662 FT above mean sea level. The filing suggests that the project’s height and massing may have changed over time, though it may also reflect a common decision to submit a more generous height for flexibility. In FAA filings, developers often list maximum possible heights rather than finalized numbers, allowing change for future design evolution without requiring a new aviation review. Located at 3601 Biscayne Boulevard, the One Thousand Group acquired the 1.6-acre lot for approximately $53 million in late 2024. The property, formerly occupied by a gas station, was quickly cleared following the acquisition and is now fully vacant. Would you like to see more?
Floridian Rundown: Plans Surface at 1501 NE 1st Ave in Miami; 315 NE 3rd St Returns to Review in Fort Lauderdale
Today’s Floridian Rundown highlights two projects at different stages of the development process. The first focuses on the release of a new design for a long-anticipated redevelopment site in Miami’s Omni District. The second turns to Fort Lauderdale, where plans for the city’s proposed tallest building have returned to the agenda and are now awaiting review by the City Commission. The renewed activity signals renewed momentum for a project that has remained largely quiet since last year. Floridian Rundown is an experimental article format aimed at surfacing development activity that may not always warrant full-length coverage. Published as a periodic publication, the series highlights early-stage proposals, design updates, and lesser-reported projects that are quietly moving through the pipeline, offering readers more insight beyond traditional weekday coverage. If you would like to see more of this article type, which is in an experimental period between last week and tomorrow, please answer on a poll found at the end of the article. 1501 Northeast First Avenue View this post on Instagram A post shared by South Florida QOZ Fund (@sfqoz) A property in Miami’s Omni District, also known as the Arts & Entertainment District, is being pursued for redevelopment by SF QOZ Fund I, an investment group led by David Cohen and Liam Krahe. The fund specializes in projects located within federally designated Qualified Opportunity Zones, areas identified as economically distressed and eligible for certain tax advantages. Those incentives form a key part of the project’s capital strategy, which relies on outside investor participation. Promotional materials indicate that the offering is entering its final phase of fundraising limited to accredited investors. However, a review of city records shows that the proposal has not yet been formally submitted to the City of Miami. The development team is targeting a six-parcel assemblage at 1501 Northeast First Avenue, a roughly 0.8-acre site acquired from Genting for approximately $20.9 million in early 2025 by A&E District Holding Company, LLC ( an entity affiliated with SF QOZ Fund I). The project would become the neighborhood’s first true skyscraper, defined as a building rising above 492 FT, with the tower planned at 47 stories. The development will include around 10,000 SF of coworking space, 4,000 SF of retail, and 576 residential units. The project is designed by Kobi Karp, with artistic collaboration from Ron Agam. Architecturally, the tower features a colorful, multi-story podium paired with a modern facade characterized by floor-to-ceiling glazing and glass balconies. Permitting for the site, including demolition or site work permits, are not in the works right now. However, the development team has indicated that permitting is targeted for May 2026, with groundbreaking anticipated to follow in June 2026. 315 Northeast 3rd Street Plans for what is proposed to become Fort Lauderdale’s tallest tower at 315 NE 3rd Street are advancing to an upcoming City Commission meeting, following revisions to both the project’s height and density. After review by the city’s Development Review Committee and subsequent staff comments, the development team has updated several features of the design as well. Led by Arosa Developers and designed by FSMY, the project is scheduled to appear before the Fort Lauderdale City Commission on January 20th. The revised plans call for a total of 602 residential units, including 135 studios ranging from 400 to 404 SF, 207 one-bedroom units ranging from 462 to 737 SF, 201 two-bedroom units ranging from 637 to 949 SF, 43 three-bedroom units ranging from 953 to 1,032 SF, and 16 four-bedroom units measuring 1,422 SF. The updated unit count represents a slight reduction from the 607 units proposed in the first iteration. The project includes 3,653 SF of ground-floor commercial space (down from and a total of 654 parking spaces, exceeding the 602 spaces otherwise required under the city’s one-space-per-unit code. The additional parking is intended to replace spaces currently serving the neighboring NOLA Lofts, which will forfeit its existing surface parking as part of the development. Due to the tower’s uniquely slender lot, the parking garage will also utilize an automated parking system, incorporating double and triple-stack mechanical lifts to maximize capacity within the garage. Changes to the building’s exterior design in response to Development Review Committee (DRC) comments have also resulted in alterations to the tower’s overall height. The DRC called for greater ‘skyline drama’ above the top habitable floor, resulting in the integration of the elevator overruns and mechanical spaces into the architectural form of the tower. As a result, the roof has been redesigned with a more sloped profile, bringing the final height to 608 FT rather than 603 FT. In addition, DRC comments called for a taller and more prominent ground-floor entrance, especially due to the podium’s massing. The development team responded by increasing floor-to-ceiling heights along the 3rd Street frontage, improving the street-level presence. Would you like to see more?
Design District Condo and Hotel Project at 3995 N Miami Avenue Advances to UDRB
Miami’s Design District high-rise pipeline continues to build momentum as another development team advances plans for a mixed-use project in the neighborhood. The proposal calls for a luxury hotel and a high-end condominium tower positioned between two buildings, which (if built ahead of other proposals) would become the Design District’s first true high-rise, following decades of concepts that either stalled, evolved, or never advanced beyond planning. The development is scheduled for review by Miami’s Urban Development Review Board on January 21st. Planned for 3995 N Miami Avenue, the project spans an assemblage of 15 low-rise structures currently occupied by a mix of office, retail, and leisure uses. The properties were acquired for approximately $170 million in late 2022. The development is being led by a joint venture between Constellation Hotels Holding, Raycliff Capital, Miami Design District Associates, and Fort Partners, with Miami Design District Associates itself formed through a partnership involving Dacra, L Catterton Real Estate, and Brookfield Properties. According to development details submitted to the city, the project would include 143 condominium residences and 105 hotel units, comprising 85 traditional hotel rooms and 20 condo-hotel units that will likely allow short-term rental flexibility. All condominium residences would be located in the shorter building on the northern portion of the site, while the taller tower would house the hotel program, with the condo-hotel units positioned toward the upper floors. Hotel rooms are planned to range in size from 489 SF up to 1,226 SF, while the condo-hotel units would be significantly larger, spanning 1,613 SF to as much as 6,594 SF. Condominium residences in the shorter tower are also on the larger end, with unit sizes ranging from 902 SF to 2,975 SF. Amenities for the hotel and condominium components will be fully separated. Hotel guests will have access to amenities that include a large spa, dining areas, terraces, and a rooftop pool. Condominium residents, meanwhile, will have their own private and shared amenities, including a fitness center and a separate rooftop pool. According to Cube3, the project’s architect, residences in both buildings are ‘arranged to maximize views toward the ocean and sunset by looking past each other in plan’. At street level, the project will introduce 51,840 SF of commercial space spread across the first and second floors, configured as multiple retail slots. Given the site’s location within the Design District, the retail component is likely to feature a mix of designer brands and high-end local tenants. According to a letter of intent, Dacra (a partner in the project) ‘will ensure a curated group of retail tenants’ to fill out the retail units. To accommodate demand generated by the hotel, residential, and retail uses, the development also includes a single-level underground parking garage with 178 spaces, a rare feature given Miami’s groundwater conditions and terrain. Among other changes to the site includes significant upgrades to the pedestrian realm, featuring designated drop-off zones and a large civic space along the southern portion of the site. That public-facing area would be landscaped with substantial greenery, multiple pedestrian pathways, and integrated lighting to enhance walkability and street-level activity. According to the elevations, the shorter condominium tower will rise 12 floors, reaching approximately 185 FT to its tallest point, while the taller tower will rise 24 floors, reaching approximately 309 FT. The facade will feature a palette of glazed terracotta, terrazzo pavers, stone cladding, and complementary materials in beige, white, and light gray tones. These design choices are intentional, drawing inspiration from Miami’s modernist architectural heritage. The site is currently split between T5-O and T6-12 zoning, prompting the developer to require a unified site approach through a Special Area Plan that allows height and density to be distributed across the property. Approval of the SAP is required and falls outside the authority of the Urban Development Review Board; however, the UDRB will still review the project’s design and massing as part of its role. While no naming scheme is confirmed, recent documents call the project MDD-West, short for Miami Design District West.
Crescent Heights Proposes Legends, a 1,307-Unit Live Local Development in Edgewater
Crescent Height’s development footprint in Edgewater is set to grow even larger, following the submission of plans for a new two-tower complex called ‘Legends’ in the neighborhood. Proposed for 3180 Biscayne Boulevard, the project is being advanced under Florida’s Live Local Act, allowing the development to move forward without a rezoning or extended public hearing process. Designed by Minneapolis-based RSP Architects, Legends comes on the heels of an eventful 2025 for Crescent Heights, capped by the completion of Forma and the filing of Forma Phase II. With this submission, the firm appears to be carrying its Edgewater momentum straight into 2026. The 2.6-acre site, bounded by Biscayne Boulevard and NE 2nd Avenue, is the result of a multi-year assemblage completed by Crescent Heights. The property currently consists of a mix of low-rise structures, grass lots, and surface parking, all of which would have to be cleared to make way for the new development. According to the application filed with the city, Legends would deliver a total of 1,307 residential units across the site, split between condominium and rental residences. Unit sizes would range from the low 400 SF range up to 2,230 SF, resulting in an overall density of roughly 500 units per acre. That level of density would not be permitted under existing zoning, which caps development at approximately 150 units per acre. Instead, the proposal relies on Florida’s Live Local Act, which allows qualifying projects to utilize the maximum residential density allowed within city boundaries (up to 1,000 units per acre in Miami) provided certain standards are met. While the project remains well below the live local density limit, the project’s current density wouldn’t be possible without a rezoning. To qualify under the Live Local Act, the development must put forth at least 40% of its residential units as workforce housing priced at up to 120% of the Area Median Income and allocate a minimum of 65% of its usable square footage to residential uses. In this case, the proposal includes 527 workforce units, representing roughly 40% of total units, alongside 780 market-rate residences. The shorter tower on the western portion of the site will contain all of the workforce housing units, while the taller eastern tower will include 310 market-rate rental units as well as 470 condo residences. Regardless of unit type or tower placement, residents will share a common amenity deck featuring a fitness center, a large pool deck, lounges, and additional shared spaces. Consistent with many Crescent Heights projects, Legends includes a substantial commercial component. A total of 98,729 SF of commercial space is planned throughout the development, distributed between the ground floor and the 9th level. The size of these spaces would be suitable for a grocery store or large retailer, lining up with Crescent Heights’ recent delivery of a Whole Foods two blocks away at the newly completed Forma development. To accommodate both residents and retail patrons, the parking podium is planned to include 1,163 spaces: roughly half of the 2,326 spaces otherwise required under Miami code. The reduction is achieved through a combination of code allowances, including payment into a parking trust fund, the site’s proximity to a transit corridor, and provisions enabled under the Live Local Act. The two towers ,designed by RSP Architects, will feature a contemporary exterior design, including smooth stucco finishes, a metal mesh-wrapped podium, glass railings, and impact-resistant glazing. The shorter tower is planned to rise 27 stories, or approximately 327 FT, while the taller tower would reach 49 stories, or about 584 FT. Uniquely, these heights are not derived from the Live Local Act. Under existing zoning, 36 stories are permitted by right, with the additional height achieved through bonus programs rather than the Live Local Act. The project is scheduled to appear before Miami’s Urban Development Review Board on January 21st. While the UDRB does not issue binding approvals or denials, and instead provides recommendations, its suggestions often plays a meaningful role in the final design of many projects.
Sunny Isles Beach’s Tallest Skyscraper Ever Proposed at 19051 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach is set to receive its tallest skyscraper yet under a new proposal from a joint venture led by the Related Group, Dezer Development, and the BH Group. Planned for 19051 Collins Avenue, the development is scheduled to go before the Sunny Isles Beach City Commission on January 15th as the partnership seeks approval for a 62-story tower. Designed by Cohen Freedman Encinosa with landscape architecture by Enea, the long-anticipated project gained momentum after the FAA cleared the site for a structure of up to 820 FT: a height that would make it the tallest building outside of Miami. The roughly two-acre site is currently occupied by the Miami Beach Club condominium complex, which the partnership bought out for approximately $130 million under the entity MB RE Investments. Despite the buyout, recent photos from about two months ago show that the existing buildings remain intact, with demolition still pending. Plans submitted to the city call for 145 ultra-luxury condominium residences, with unit types ranging from three-bedroom layouts to four-, five-, and six-bedroom homes. Two full-floor penthouses of around 9,000 SF each are proposed near the top of the tower. While existing zoning permits only 50 units per acre, the development is seeking increased density through financial contributions and public benefits offered to the city in exchange for the additional units, bringing the final density to 73 units per acre. According to a representative of the project, the tower will have a large array of amenities for the residents. These include outdoor amenity space such as a padel ball court, water features, raised pool deck, and a sculpture garden. In addition, ‘The project also includes impressive “sunrise” amenities on the east side of the building facing the ocean such as a large lap pool, outdoor spa facilities, cabanas, outdoor seating, and a lawn area transitioning to beach access.’ The structure will rise from a three-story podium containing 298 parking spaces (featuring a mix of tandem and standard spaces), providing a ratio of more than one space per unit as well as parking for a proposed 2,390 SF private restaurant. An elevated driveway will carry vehicles up to the main lobby level at the top of the podium, a layout that is common for high-rise developments in Sunny Isles Beach. Architectural elevations show the tower rising 818 FT to its highest architectural point, or 820 FT including aircraft warning lights. The building is designed with an almost entirely glass facade, accented by limited areas of linen-painted stucco. All residences will feature glass railings and 12-FT ceilings, except for the penthouse units. In an accompanying letter of intent, the tower is described as a ‘slender’ structure with a ‘classical’ and elegant appearance, designed to maximize spacing from neighboring buildings. While the project has not yet gone before the Sunny Isles Beach City Commission, staff analysis has found the proposal to be ‘consistent with the City of Sunny Isles Beach Comprehensive Plan and all applicable provisions of the City’s Land Development Regulations.’ If approved, the development team would be required to satisfy 19 conditions prior to the start of construction. The project is estimated to have a construction cost of approximately $294 million, with completion targeted for December 2031.
Floridian Rundown: New Design Emerges for 3333 Biscayne; Milton Mirage Proposed in Princeton
Weekends on Floridian Development are about to look a little different. In addition to regular reporting, Floridian Development is rolling out a new format to highlight development activity that often goes unnoticed: featuring early-stage proposals, smaller projects, and concepts still taking shape. These posts are designed to showcase what is quietly moving through Florida’s development pipeline, giving readers insight into the next wave of projects before they reach the broader press. Each post will spotlight two to three projects and take a more flexible, exploratory tone than weekday coverage. Called Floridian Rundown, this service will run from today, all the way to next week. Please take the time to answer a poll at the end of the article to determine if you’d like to see more of this. 3333 Biscayne A long-planned development at 3333 Biscayne Boulevard in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood is now headed back to the drawing board. The three-tower project was first introduced to the city in 2022, when plans called for 635 residential units, nearly 160,000 SF of office space, and roughly 19,000 SF of retail at street level. The original design, led by Beitel Group with architecture by Stantec, envisioned three towers rising 12, 40, and 41 stories above a shared podium featuring more than 1,100 parking spaces. Since then, the project has been quietly reworked. About nine months ago, Beitel Group CEO Ben Beitel unveiled a new set of renderings showing a substantially taller and more vertical three-tower design, signaling a significant shift in how the site may ultimately be built. According to additional renderings from FTG Studio, which produced the project’s visualizations, the tallest tower is located on the eastern portion of the site, with the shortest in the center and the second-tallest to the west. An amenity deck is planned on the 8th floor, featuring a pool, lounge areas, and other shared spaces. While not much is known about the proposal as of now, the podium is entirely enclosed by units, improving the pedestrian experience and architectural coherence of the project. Milton Mirage South Miami-Dade’s historic densification continues with a new multifamily project proposed for a 7.2-acre site at 25101 Talbot Road in Princeton, within unincorporated Miami-Dade County. The project, led by Princeton Real Estate Investments, LLC, represents the latest version of a property that has undergone several changes in design and function. Plans submitted last month outline a development containing 819 residential units, including 24 studios, 330 one-bedroom units, 413 two-bedroom units, and 52 three-bedroom residences, reflecting a unit mix weighted toward small- and mid-sized apartments. The project would also include 1,265 parking spaces (more than one per unit) along with a suite of resident amenities such as two swimming pools, a business and home-office center, party rooms, and landscaped open spaces. Designed by Caymares Martin Architecture, the project is planned to rise 10 stories (or 104 FT), excluding rooftop architectural features that could bring the total height to approximately 115 FT. The exterior elevations showcase the development under the name Milton Mirage. Thoughts on Floridian Rundown? Answer Here!
After Years of Revisions, Partnership Returns With New Tower Plan at 11 N Andrews Ave
Plans have been unveiled for a new tower proposal at 11 N Andrews Ave, a site that has undergone multiple design iterations in recent years. Led by Bachow Ventures in partnership with Infinity Collective, the latest submission marks the fourth version of a project first introduced in early 2022. The development team is now returning to Fort Lauderdale’s Development Review Committee seeking approval to increase the unit count from previously approved site plans, with the updated proposal calling for a 378-unit residential tower. The assemblage, which currently includes a Goodyear auto service center and surface parking, is located in close proximity to the Fort Lauderdale Brightline station. The property was acquired in 2023 for approximately $8 million, at which time the Goodyear tenant had two years remaining on its lease. That lease has since expired, clearing the way for redevelopment of the site. According to plans submitted to the public today (January 9th, 2026), the proposed 378 units will include 36 studio apartments, 252 one-bedroom units, and 90 two-bedroom units. Studio residences would start at a minimum of 460 SF, while the largest units would be two-bedroom apartments measuring up to 1,396 SF. Residents will have access to an array of amenities located above the 26th floor, offering rooftop views of the surrounding area. Planned amenities include a demo kitchen, dedicated co-working space, a 2,342 SF fitness room, resident lounge, barbecue area, and a pool equipped with a spa and private cabanas. At ground level, the project will feature an expanded sidewalk with planters and landscaping integrated into the streetscape. There will be 5,605 SF of retail space, a slight reduction from the 5,822 SF approved under the original site plan (requiring an amendment to the site plan). In addition, the tower’s podium will feature 444 parking spaces. Designed by well-known architect Cube 3, the tower is proposed to rise 26 stories, measuring 310 FT. The building features a warm, tropical-inspired aesthetic, with a mix of board-look cladding, tan and white smooth stucco finishes, and metal balcony railings. At the base, the podium features tan-colored breeze blocks, adding texture while allowing for ventilation. As previously noted, the latest submission marks the fourth redesign of the project, reflecting a multi-year evolution in scale and form. Initial plans unveiled in 2022 called for a tall 47-story tower rising 499 FT, anchored by a large base. That vision was later dramatically reduced to a 23-story structure standing 241 FT tall. The project then rebounded in a later iteration with a 37-story, 397 FT tower. Under the current proposal, the building steps back once again in height, though the revised design widens the tower’s footprint, shifting the emphasis from height to a wider, more substantial massing. Set for review by the Development Review Committee on January 13th, 2026, the proposal has already several comments from staff ahead of the meeting calling for design alterations. Among the critiques, the tower’s podium was described as ‘not exceptional as required by the master plan,’ while the facade was characterized as ‘flat,’ lacking sufficient architectural variation. If revisions are made in response to these comments, Floridian Development will provide updates in a future article.
FAA Reissuance Clears Path for 540-Foot Tower at 601 N Ashley Drive in Downtown Tampa
Tampa’s next major skyscraper is inching toward reality as permitting and regulatory groundwork begin to take shape at 601 N Ashley Drive, a prominent downtown parcel now under redevelopment. Naples-based Stock Development recently filed for the reissuance of a FAA height application amid ongoing demolition of the existing office building and surface parking lot, which will eventually clear the around 1-acre site. The property was acquired by Stock Development in 2025 for $40 million, marking one of the most significant property transactions in Tampa history. The sale ended a multi-year development effort initiated by TLR Group, which first assembled the site in 2021 and spent several years advancing plans for the high-rise project. Under TLR Group’s ownership, the site underwent multiple design iterations, including an FAA height application submitted in 2022 for a 540-foot tower. The final proposal, which advanced prior to the sale, envisioned a 48-story tower rising 540 FT, featuring 600 residential units, 68,000 SF of office space, and 12,000 SF of retail. A large podium was also planned, providing parking for up to 985 vehicles. On January 8th, 2026, Bill Fleck of Stock Development refiled FAA height approvals for a 540 FT tower, or 558 FT above mean sea level. The application received an immediate determination of no hazard to air navigation. The same-day approval is a result of the FAA’s prior completion of a full study for the project under its previous ownership. Because the refiling did not introduce any changes to the tower’s height, location, or aviation impacts (and was required solely due to the change in sponsor) the FAA treated the submission as a reaffirmation of its ‘No Hazard’ designation. While the FAA filing represents an important regulatory step, and signals Stock Development’s continued intent to advance the project, it also caps the tower’s maximum allowable height. With approval set at 540 FT, any proposal exceeding that limit would require a new FAA filing, suggesting that the tower is unlikely to surpass earlier iterations. Although it remains unknown whether Stock Development will follow a design similar to prior proposals, TLR Group previously noted that the site attracted higher purchase offers once development plans had received city approvals. Stock Development has indicated an interest in changing the project towards a condominium tower, potentially as a branded residential development, which could change both the interior and exterior design. Permitting records and recent on-site activity indicate that demolition is already underway, with a commercial demolition permit filed on December 1st of last year. D.H. Griffin Wrecking Company is handling the demolition, which includes the removal of the existing structure, basement, and foundation, with the site planned to be restored as a grass lot. This story is still developing, and Floridian Development will continue to provide new articles as the project advances through permitting and as further details on the design emerge.