Hialeah City Council approves zoning changes for new wellness center and pharmaceutical research

The Hialeah City Council meeting on May 27, 2025, focused on several key zoning and land use issues, including the approval of new business developments and a special use permit for a pharmaceutical research center.

One of the primary discussions involved the first reading of an ordinance to rezone property located at 841 East 20 Fourth Street from a residential to a restricted retail commercial district. The council approved a variance permit allowing zero parking spaces where eleven are typically required, as the facility will serve existing medical center clients. The motion passed unanimously, with a second reading and public hearing scheduled for June 10, 2025.

Additionally, the council granted a special use permit for a pharmaceutical research center at 3412 West 80 Fourth Street. This center will conduct clinical trials in conjunction with an existing medical office. The motion also received unanimous approval, indicating strong support for the initiative.

The meeting also addressed the closure and abandonment of a public right-of-way for a portion of an alley, which was deemed non-controversial and passed without opposition. This item will also be revisited in a second reading on June 10, 2025.

Overall, the council's decisions reflect a commitment to facilitating business growth and enhancing healthcare services in Hialeah, with further discussions planned for the upcoming public hearings.