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Oct. 6, 2026
— Applications are now open for up to $20,000 per property through the city’s Private Property Adaptation Program —
Miami Beach, FL – With more than 90% of seawalls in Miami Beach owned by private entities, the city is offering up to $20,000 in reimbursement grants for eligible seawall improvements through the city’s Fight the Flood Private Property Adaptation (PPA) program. Of the approximately 55 miles of seawalls on the island, all but 5 miles are privately held.
“Last week’s king tides were one of the highest recorded at the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration Virginia Key tidal gauge, outside of a named storm,” shared Miami Beach Commissioner Laura Dominguez. “Elevating seawalls to meet the height requirements for today and in the future is an important risk reduction strategy in the city’s Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan, which was funded by the State Resilient Florida program.”
Funding for the PPA program provides guidance and grant funding to flood mitigation improvements. The program seeks to reduce the risk of flooding and flood damage throughout the coastal community as 93% of the buildings in Miami Beach are located within the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area.
The latest round of the program is exclusively available to residential and commercial property owners seeking to implement seawall projects. The grant does not cover docks, decking, dock foundation piles, pile wraps or any other work not directly related to seawalls. Applications will be accepted until program capacity is reached.
“With approximately 50 of the city's 55 miles of seawalls privately owned, strengthening our shoreline requires a shared effort,” said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner. “These grants will help accelerate critical seawall improvements that reduce flood risk and build a more resilient Miami Beach.”
Eligible applicants who qualify as low-to-moderate income will receive full project funding, up to $20,000, without a matching requirement. Projects will not be reimbursed until they are completed. Properties must complete a comprehensive application and meet eligibility requirements.
Properties on the west side of Miami Beach, which borders Biscayne Bay are particularly vulnerable to flooding while properties on the east side are largely protected by the city’s extensive dune and beach system that runs along 7 miles of the Atlantic coastline.
The program is administered by the Miami Beach Environment and Sustainability Department. The department works to increase the resilience of Miami Beach by reducing environmental risk, protecting natural ecosystems, and fostering sustainable practices. For more information or to apply, visit www.mbrisingabove.com/ppa.
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