Developer Michael Swerdlow wants to develop 5,730 multifamily units with some affordable and workforce apartments, replacing five public housing complexes across Miami. Coconut Grove-based Swerdlow Group’s project also will include 370,000 square feet of commercial space such as offices and a school; 250,000 square feet of open space and amenities and a new Tri-Rail passenger train station, according to Miami-Dade records. The project would replace the existing public housing complexes of Victory Homes at 520 Northwest 75th Street, Newberg at[...]
Read MoreThe Legal 500, widely acknowledged as the world’s largest legal referral guide, has recognized Bercow Radell Fernandez & Larkin as a “Leading Firm” in Real Estate – Land Use/Zoning in its 2019 Directory. Managing Partner Jeffrey Bercow was named a “Leading Lawyer” and recognized in the publication’s “Hall of Fame,” which highlights individuals who have received constant praise by their clients for continued excellence. There are only two members nationally in the Hall of Fame in Land Use/Zoning law. This[...]
Read MoreThe Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board gave its stamp of approval to plans for an upscale restaurant to be programmed by two-star Michelin Chef Thierry Marx. MILA Miami will serve “a mix of Japanese and Mediterranean fare” in the recently added rooftop area at 800 Lincoln Road. In addition to design approval, the operators asked for a variance to exceed the hours of operation for an outdoor bar area. Under City Code, the outdoor bar counter would be required to[...]
Read MoreTidal Cove Waterpark has seven slides and a VIP pool for adults. Now there’s a new reason to stay in Aventura even if you don’t want to go to the mall. The new Tidal Cove Waterpark is now open at Aventura’s JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa. As water parks go, Tidal Cove is a big one. There’s a 60-foot tower with seven water slides, the biggest of which is the Constrictor, a 558 foot slide for riders on[...]
Read MoreThe development’s first tower, designed by Corwil Architects, will feature 312 apartment units and 6,000 square feet of retail in a 22-story building, will break ground in July. Ground has broken on the multi-phased Link at Douglas mixed-use project here that when completed will feature approximately 1,500 housing units and a redeveloped Douglas Road Metrorail station here. Construction on the development’s first two tower buildings, totaling 22 and 36 stories, will begin this summer. Link at Douglas is being developed through[...]
Read MoreBefore Congress adjourned for Spring recess, FIU students sparked innovation discussions with health leaders; FIU’s President’s Council met with the South Florida delegation; and the Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work hosted a dynamic brain health dialogue. NOTE: Firm Shareholder Melissa Tapanes Llahues is the chairperson of FIU's President's Council. Last week, 19 students from more than 10 disciplines participated in the Future of Health Innovations DC Fly-In, an experiential three-day seminar focused on career opportunities and engaging conversations[...]
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