In a recent South Florida Business Journal article, Gunster attorney Elinette Ruiz-Diaz de la Portilla is quoted regarding an office building in Cutler Bay that could be demolished to build a mixed-use project.
The office, located along the South Dade TransitWay where Miami-Dade County plans to build a rapid bus transit system, was built in 1993 and currently serves as a call center. The developer proposes building a 969,396-square-foot project with 760 apartments and 24,000 square feet of commercial space.
“The Applicant is proposing a beautifully designed transit oriented mixed use project that aligns perfectly with Miami-Dade County’s S.M.A.R.T Plan while also addressing the immediate need for workforce housing,” notes Ruiz-Diaz de la Portilla.
Elinette Ruiz-Diaz de la Portilla focuses her practice on local government law, particularly land use and zoning, and government procurement. Elinette’s clients include builders, developers and land owners involved in land use and zoning matters at every phase of the development process. Her years of experience include advising clients on issues that range from zoning approvals to subdivision, including due diligence reviews, vested rights claims, local comprehensive plan amendments, historic preservation approvals, permit matters, and a variety of associated environmental concerns.
