“The Line” is the Urban Development Boundary or UDB, a community planning rule that protects our natural habitat, farmland, and drinking water sources from urban sprawl and overdevelopment. Put simply, it’s a guideline that helps our government decide where and how we grow to balance the needs of current and future residents.
When we Hold The Line, we prioritize investments in affordable and attainable housing with improved transportation options.
When we Hold The Line, we preserve the agricultural heritage and economic diversity of our county.
When we Hold The Line, we protect threatened wetlands and unique areas essential to restoring the Everglades and Biscayne Bay.
When we Hold The Line, we avoid building in places most at risk from severe weather, flooding, and sea level rise.
No matter where you live in Miami-Dade County, Holding The Line benefits you!
Since 2004, The Hold The Line Coalition’s mission has been to prevent stop urban sprawl in Miami-Dade County to support our goals, the Five Pillars, that will make Miami a vibrant, resilient community today and for generations to come.
Through our collective efforts and the support of our coalition members and partners, we strive to make a positive and lasting impact,
Learn more about the current issues that are promoting urban sprawl and threatening the Urban Development Boundary ("The Line")
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