On December, 2, 2024 Miguel Diaz de la Portilla and Elinette Ruiz-Diaz de la Portilla received approval from Miami-Dade County Government for Combo Group Holdings of a mixed-use development taking advantage of the increased height and density provided by Florida’s Live Local Act, that went into effect July 1, 2023.
The project entitled FONTAINEBLEAU APARTMENTS consists of 368 apartment units, 100 hotel units, and retail space. It is located unincorporated Miami-Dade County.
Miguel Diaz de la Portilla focuses his practice on local government law, particularly land use and zoning and government procurement. With decades of experience as a land use and zoning attorney in Miami-Dade County, Miguel represents major developers in securing government approvals for large scale residential, commercial, mixed use, and/or retail projects before various municipal and county governments. He is also a skilled civil litigator who has represented clients in matters before state and federal courts and an array of administrative bodies.
Elinette Ruiz-Diaz de la Portilla focuses her practice on local government law, particularly land use and zoning, and government procurement. Elinette’s clients include builders, developers and land owners involved in land use and zoning matters at every phase of the development process. Her years of experience include advising clients on issues that range from zoning approvals to subdivision, including due diligence reviews, vested rights claims, local comprehensive plan amendments, historic preservation approvals, permit matters, and a variety of associated environmental concerns.
