Rivani’s $50M Miami Beach Expansion

Real Estate News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Miami Beach is set to approve a $50 million expansion of The Rivani, a city-owned property, with a century-long lease extension pending voter approval. Owner Robert Rivani is offering a steep rent hike starting in 2033, plus over $1 million for public projects including Lincoln Road upgrades and a human trafficking tip line. The plan includes 36,000 sq ft of office space, rooftop padel courts, and a restaurant — but at a cost: demolition of a parking garage level, eliminating 250 spots. Championed by a commissioner with a personal connection to Rivani (though he claims no role in…