Miami Downtown Development Authority

Research & Information - Current

General Facts & Figures
Miami DDA- Annual Report 2011-2012 The Miami Downtown Development Authority’s (Miami DDA) mission to improve the quality of life for businesses, employees, residents, and visitors in Miami’s urban core has been the driving force behind downtown's renewal. This document outlines downtown's progress and DDA's role as an agent of change.	October 2012
Downtown Miami - Business First 2012 Downtown Miami is South Florida's destination for global business. A thriving business sector, cultural center, an active and vibrant urban community - all are fueling residential, retail and commercial development in the downtown core. This publication provides an overview on the Downtown Miami Market and the reasons as to why this is a prime market for business opportunities.	August 2012
Downtown Miami - Business First 2012 (Spanish) Downtown Miami is South Florida's destination for global business. A thriving business sector, cultural center, an active and vibrant urban community - all are fueling residential, retail and commercial development in the downtown core. This publication provides an overview on the Downtown Miami Market and the reasons as to why this is a prime market for business opportunities.	August 2012
Downtown Miami - Business First 2012 (Portuguese) Downtown Miami is South Florida's destination for global business. A thriving business sector, cultural center, an active and vibrant urban community - all are fueling residential, retail and commercial development in the downtown core. This publication provides an overview on the Downtown Miami Market and the reasons as to why this is a prime market for business opportunities.	August 2012
Market Insights 2013 A concise summary of the state of Downtown residential, office, and tourism/entertainment markets, including useful color-coded maps of respective Downtown Miami markets, key destinations and economic statistics.	January 2013
Decade of Change - Downtown Miami Area Real estate development in the downtown area including the massive expansion of high quality housing along with the expansion and diversification of non-residential private and public facilities has been fundamental to the creation of a 24-hour lifestyle and emerging identity as a unique urban center. This report chronicles the dynamic changes in downtown Miami’s physical environment sector by sector from 2001 through 2011 and highlights of the corresponding demographic and economic impacts.	April 2012
DWNTWN Miami Update 2010/2011 This document provides an update on Miami DDA's role as an agent of change and the improvements that have taken place in the areas of Quality of Life, Business Development, Planning and Urban Design, and Marketing.Adobe	June 2011
Population & Demographic Report 2011 This report estimates current population in Downtown Miami. The report incorporates the 2010 Census data into a demographic profile of household composition, employment status, age and income for the area.	September 2011
Population & Demographic Report 2011 (Spanish) This report estimates current population in Downtown Miami. The report incorporates the 2010 Census data into a demographic profile of household composition, employment status, age and income for the area.	September 2011
Population & Demographic Report 2011 (Portuguese) This report estimates current population in Downtown Miami. The report incorporates the 2010 Census data into a demographic profile of household composition, employment status, age and income for the area.	September 2011
Residential Real Estate
Residential Market Trends - Q3 2012 This report presents a statistical update of key residential market trends in the downtown area including monthly residential sales activity (closings), price trends, residential leasing velocity and foreclosure activity.	September 2012
Residential Market Trends - Q2 2012 This report presents a statistical update of key residential market trends in the downtown area including monthly residential sales activity (closings), price trends, residential leasing velocity and foreclosure activity.	June 2012
Residential Market Trends - Q1 2012 This report presents a statistical update of key residential market trends in the downtown area including monthly residential sales activity (closings), price trends, residential leasing velocity and foreclosure activity.	March 2012
Residential Closings & Occupancy StudyThis study is an update on the closing and occupancy status of condominium and multifamily projects completed after 2003 in the Downtown Miami Study Area, as well as resale of older units.	December 2011
Commercial Real Estate
2012 Retail Market Study - Social Compact This report shows the most up-to-date demographic and economic statistics for downtown residents, workers and visitors. The report underscores the market potential in the urban core and the benefits to doing business in Downtown Miami. Businesses looking for a strong customer base with above average incomes now have actionable intelligence that builds and supports the case for bringing new concepts to our dynamic Downtown.	April 2012
Flagler Street Pedestrian Study The Miami Downtown Development Authority conducted a count of the pedestrian traffic on Flagler Street in the Downtown Miami Central Business District. The estimates include counts for weekday and weekend pedestrians and inform the retail activity and relative market potential along the corridor.	May 2009
Urban Planning & Transportation
Flagler Street Lighting Report This Lighting Comcept Plan which focuses on Flagler Street, describes strategies for lighting the street and addresses project goals including, celebrate the history and enhance the identity of downtown, enhance Flagler Street's image as a shopping destination, and make Flagler a compelling, vibrant, confortable and secure night-time destination for residents and visitors.	January 2012
2025 Downtown Miami Master Plan The 2025 Downtown Miami Master Plan is a 15-year roadmap for enhancing the livability and quality of life in Downtown Miami. The plan is to serve as a benchmark for encouraging investment by both the public and private sectors, with the goal of transforming Miami's urban core into the "Epicenter of the Americas."	October 2009
Downtown Bicycle-Pedestrian Mobility Plan This bicycle and pedestrian mobility plan focuses on creating great streets and community spaces, elevating grand boulevards to prominence, leveraging the waterfront, and improving multimodal access to public transportation.	January 2011
Downtown Miami Wayfinding and Signage Program The Downtown Signage and Wayfinding Program will improve the experience of Downtown visitors by making it easier to find key destinations, landmarks, and parking.	November 2010
Downtown Miami Wayfinding and Signage Program Design intent documentation drawings.	November 2010
South Miami Avenue Streetscape Design Plan The adopted design for the urban streetscape of South Miami Avenue, as prepared by the Urban Design C.I.P. and Transportation Committee.	September 2010
Hotel & Tourism
Downtown Miami Conference Center Market The Miami Downtown Development Authority commissioned the ULI Southeast Florida/Caribbean District Council to convene a technical advisory panel that would examine the issues surrounding the development and operation of a conference facility in downtown Miami.	November 2011
ULI Technical Assistance Panel: Downtown Conference Center The Miami Downtown Development Authority commissioned the ULI Southeast Florida/Caribbean District Council to convene a technical advisory panel that would examine the issues surrounding the development and operation of a conference facility in downtown Miami.	July 2010
Related Research
Miami and the U: The story of Miami's amazing condominium recovery Prepared by Focus Real Estate Advisors and the Aztec Group, Inc.	April 2012