Master planner Lester Collins was responsible for the undulating tree-lined roads and lakes of the original development which can be found to the east of the Palmetto Expressway. The natural beauty of the development is unusual - the area is characterized by square grids of streets, a lack of trees and rectangular lakes. The original Miami Lakes development is located on the east side of the recently proclaimed Town of Miami Lakes. Here one can find malls, tot-lot spaces, and the old Main Street. Large parts of Miami Lakes is still owned by the Graham family, including apartment blocks, retail centers and offices, as well as some land that has yet to be developed. The town itself is a prime example of the 'new urbanism' movement - characterized by shopping and service outlets close to the homes of those they serve. The town is also characterized by its narrow, pedestrian-friendly streets and green spaces.
Miami Lakes became the 31st municipality of Miami-Dade County when it was incorporated in December 2000. It is now considered one of the youngest towns in the County. The almost 30,000 residents are serviced by the 1,100 businesses that have their operations in the town. Miami Lakes' Town Hall is located at 6601 Main St, Miami Lakes, FL 33014 Here are directions :
Geographic Facts
Miami Lakes (according to census information) has a total area that spreads across 6.4 miles (17 square kilometers). Of that space 6.0 miles is land with the other portion (6.73%) being taken up by water. Its geographic location is 25°54′42″N 80°19′30″W.[5].
Demographic Detail
The Town of Miami Lakes has 8,248 households of which an average of 4.2% are vacant. Families with children under the age of 18 make up 37.7% of the population. Married couples make up 58.6% of households. of the homes occupied 12.0% were under the control of a single female householder. 25.9% of households were designated 'non-family'. 20.8% of households were 'individuals' and 4.8% were inhabited by someone 65 years or older. Average households consisted of 2.75 people with an average family size of 3.21 people.
Parks In Miami Lakes
• Miami Lakes Optimist Park
• Picnic Park West
• Royal Oaks Park
• Golden Eagle Park
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