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Planning board recommends allowing recycled composite decking and trellis materials

City of Coral Gables Planning & Zoning Board · November 20, 2025
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Summary

The Planning & Zoning Board recommended allowing composite recycled materials (minimum 60% recycled content) as an approved material for trellises, decks and walkways; the city architect will review product compatibility and the board urged design oversight to prevent poor appearance or rapid fading.

Planning staff presented a narrow text amendment to permit composite recycled materials — typically made from plastic waste or PVC products with at least 60% recycled content — as an approved option for trellises, wood decks and pavers adjacent to waterways. Jennifer Garcia, Planning &…

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