Whitman Family Development (Bal Harbour Shops) Live Local Application and Litigation Updates
April 28, 2026
Dear Residents,
The Bal Harbour Village Council held a special council meeting last night, April 27, to review the mediator’s proposed settlement report regarding the Whitman Family Development company’s application to develop the Bal Harbour Shops under the Live Local Act.
The Village Council unanimously rejected the proposed settlement and directed the Village Manager and the Village Attorney to continue all legal efforts to defend the Village in court against the proposed project.
In the continuing interest of full transparency, we are including links below to items from the meeting.
- Mayor Seth Salver’s comments to the media following the April 27, 2026 Special Council Meeting
- Full Video of April 27, 2026 Special Council Meeting
- Presentation from April 27, 2026 Special Council Meeting
- Video from Whitman Family Development shared at April 27, 2026 Special Council Meeting
- November 15, 2024 – Denial Letter to Whitman Family Development regarding Bal Harbour Shops Live Local Development Application
Background Information
Bal Harbour Shops Lawsuit Update
Bal Harbour Shops Application Status
Bal Harbour Shops Submitted Documents for Proposed Expansion
Ordinance Amendment Ensuring Dignified and Respectful Housing (banning “Poor Doors”)
Oceanfront & Off-Street Parking Ordinance Amendments
Amending Chapter 11 “Nuisances,” Article II “Noise” of The Code Of Ordinances
Case No: 2024-001246-CA-01- Judge’s Order
Bal Harbour Village Answer and Counterclaim
Bal Harbour Village Answer and Affirmative Defense
BHS Site Development Plan Application – Final Completion of Technical Review