Live Local & Housing

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The Peter Zalewski Show

Navigating Live Local Districts & Legal Loopholes

Anne-Christine shares an anecdote about a Miami Beach project where the city had to be proven wrong about 'Live Local' eligibility. She emphasizes the importance of working with city attorneys to ensure compliance with the state statute.

Navigating Live Local Districts & Legal Loopholes

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The question

Peter asks about the challenges of navigating 'Live Local' districts and how cities are adapting to the new law, referencing a specific Miami Beach project.

The answer

Anne-Christine shares a story about a Miami Beach project where the city initially claimed it wasn't eligible for 'Live Local.' They had to prove eligibility by analyzing the state statute, showing how the law is evolving and requires careful legal analysis.

Topics covered

Miami Beach, Live Local Districts, City Attorney, Legal Analysis, Statute Compliance

Featuring Anne-Christine Carrie, MURP, AICP, in conversation with host Peter Zalewski on The Peter Zalewski Show.

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