Miami regulates building heights through the Miami 21 transect zones. Heights range from 35 feet in T3 suburban areas to virtually unlimited in T6 urban core, with the notable constraint of Miami International Airport's Federal Aviation Administration height restrictions.
T3 suburban zones limit buildings to 35 feet. T4 general urban zones allow up to 65 feet. T5 urban center zones allow up to 150 feet. T6 urban core zones may allow buildings over 500 feet subject to FAA height review. The FAA's Part 77 surfaces around MIA restrict heights across much of the city — buildings exceeding notification thresholds must undergo aeronautical study. Height bonuses may be available through public benefit contributions. Height is measured from average grade to the highest point of the structure.
Exceeding height limits without approval results in stop-work orders. FAA violations for obstructing airspace may require structural modification. Building permits are reviewed for height compliance and FAA coordination.
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