Related Group CEO Perez: Misinformation muddies water of Brickell archaeological finds | Opinion
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We were fully aware the parcel was in a designated Archaeological Area and we have worked in these areas before as all of the city’s waterfront is in an Archaeological Area. We expected to encounter archaeological finds and were committed to handling any findings with the utmost care.
While we understand there are genuine concerns, including those of the descendants of indigenous people who once lived along the Miami River, one thing is clear: We will respect and abide by all the rules in place to protect that history but we, too, have property rights. We own this parcel and have worked with the city and the state governments to establish those development rights, which include the protection of the artifacts found at the site.
Preserve but not on site
The artifacts found are important and will contribute to Miami’s history and heritage. The experts agree: This site is not as old as the pyramids, and it is not another Miami Circle.
We understand that some people will not be satisfied regardless of what we do, and no one is going to shed a tear for a developer that is slowed down by archaeological findings. But we believe in fair play and fair regulation, and we remain committed to smart, conscientious development and appropriate archaeological conservation. The facts clearly bear out that, upon completion of the assessments, we will proceed with our vision to build a world-class residential complex that will be a source of pride for all of Miami.
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In short, he explains that this development will most likely still move forward and Related is trying to show their side of the story.
A group of archaeologists are set to make the case for historic preservation of a major archaeological dig located at a development site in Miami’s upscale Brickell neighborhood.
Site Work Permit Issued For Baccarat Residences Property In Brickell
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Miami’s Building Department has issued a site work permit for the Baccarat Residences site in Brickell, where excavation for pre-historic artifacts has taken place.
The newly issued permit is for excavation, piles, and site and soil improvement, at an estimated value of $1.5 million.
At one point last year, it was claimed that around 150 archaeologists were working at the site daily.
Records show that the city’s Historic & Environmental Preservation reviewer approved the site work plans on September 12, after three rounds of corrections.
On September 18, the Building Department approved and issued the permit, after all other reviewers signed off. It was applied for in April, so it took about five months to approve.
John Moriarty is the contractor.
The 75-story Baccarat tower is the planned to rise 848 feet above ground, or 852 feet above sea level. That is taller than any condo tower that currently exists in Miami.
The permit for vertical construction of Baccarat is still moving through the approval process.
Another 44-story tower is already under construction on the property next to the Baccarat site. It is planned to have 506 apartments.
Miami’s Building Department issued a site work permit for the Baccarat Residences site in September. A permit for full vertical construction is moving through review.
John Moriarty is the contractor.
Another 44-story tower is already under construction on the property next to the Baccarat site. It is planned to have 506 apartments.
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