Resident Q&A
Project Development
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The project is scheduled to begin in early 2026.
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The entire project will take 8 years to complete. The RAD units, however, are due to be completed in 2027.
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There will be about 7,500 units built, 314 of which are RAD units. The unit breakdown is as follows:
2,000+ Affordable units
3,500 Workforce units
1,800 Market rate/Workforce units (AJ Capital)
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Information on the project is available at: https://www.littlerivercommunitybenefits.com/
About the Units
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The Development Team will be engaging with multiple furniture stores to create furniture packages for the residents. Residents that who may want to bring their own furniture may do so.
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The furniture packages will include furnishings for the bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms. Residents may choose to select furniture for some or all rooms.
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TBD
RAD Program Participation
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RAD participant rent is calculated at 30% of the adjusted household income. This means that the resident family will pay no more than 30% of the income after HUD deductions are applied.
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RAD tenants have a 10-day grace period to pay their rent. Failure to pay rent within the grace period will result in a maximum $50 late fee per violation.
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Yes, the RAD PBV program rules require Miami-Dade County through its housing department, Public Housing and Community Development or its designee (collective “PHCD”) to provide an opportunity for an informal hearing in accordance with 24 CFR § 982.555. The RAD PBV grievances procedures apply solely to PHCD’s RAD PBV program.
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Your current property management office will be able to assist with adding or removing a family member. All changes in family composition need to be completed before moving to the new project.
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Please reach out to your property management office for assistance. The additional of a live-in-aide needs to be completed prior to moving.
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You do not have to accept a unit with the new development.
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You can choose to a Public Housing transfer, if available. Or you may request a Housing Choice Voucher, if a voucher is available. There is also the option of Homeownership for those who qualify.
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Rent to your landlord will continue until you vacate your public housing unit.
Building & Neighborhood Amenities
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Parking is available with license and proof of vehicle registration. Not every unit will be assigned a parking space.
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Yes, free Wi-Fi will be available in all common areas. Free high-speed Wi-Fi will be available in all RAD units for 20 years.
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Washers/Dryers in every unit
Free High-Speed Internet for 3 Years
Granite or Comparable Material for Counter Tops
Dishwashers
Refrigerators with Ice Makers
HVAC/Smart Fan Systems
Tile Flooring
Electric Water Heaters
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Computer Lab/Community Room
Fitness Center
CPTED/Security Cameras/Plate Readers
Free Wi-Fi in Common Areas
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Green Space
On-site Property Management
Gated Parking Lot
Key Fob entry or Card Entry
Bike Parking
Generators for Community Space
Walking/Bike Paths
Playground
Pavilions
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TBD
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TBD
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TBD