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Commission OKs 760 Ponds project on first reading after neighborhood negotiations
Summary
On first reading the Coral Gables City Commission approved amendments enabling the 760 Ponds mixed‑use project — a five‑story, Mediterranean‑designed development with four townhomes, internalized drop‑off and 545 parking spaces — after the developer and neighbors reached negotiated conditions on traffic calming, tree preservation and streetscape improvements.
The Coral Gables City Commission voted on first reading to advance a zoning and planned‑area development package for the 760 Ponds mixed‑use project, following a multi‑year outreach process between residents, staff and the applicant.
Developer representatives said the project replaces an outdated medical office and surface parking with a mixed‑use building oriented to Ponce de Leon, plus four townhomes along the residential edge. Architect Robert Behar said the design keeps primary vehicular loading and drop‑off inside the block and…
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