C4AC - Incentives for Green Roofs

Committee Referrals - C4 AC

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

Please place the above item on the City Commission meeting agenda as a referral to the Land Use and Sustainability Committee (“LUSC”).

Green roof systems involve the installation of landscaping or vegetation on building roofs. A green roof typically includes waterproofing materials, root barriers, drainage systems, a growing system, and vegetation that is geographically appropriate. Green roofs provide benefits including improved stormwater management, enhanced insulation, and reduced urban heat island effect.

I would like the LUSC to discuss how the City can incentivize the installation of green roofs on new and existing buildings, including buildings on private property. This could include educational outreach, informational resources, fee waivers, and zoning incentives. As part of this discussion, I would like the Planning and Environment and Sustainability Departments to present their recommendations.

ANALYSIS

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

N/A

Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)

If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

Applicable Area

Citywide

Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481, includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No

If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):

Department

Office of Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Ref: LUSC - Incentives for Installing Green Roofs on New/Existing Buildings. (Bhatt)

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