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City of Sunny Isles Beach Planning and Zoning Department 18070 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 c111 O y \SLEse n RECEIVED PZ2026-07 8/11/2026 PLANNING & ZONING DI Re: Response to Sufficiency Review Comments — Conditional Use Application for Sunny Smart Daycare Dear Planning Staff, Sunny Smart Corp respectfully submits this response to the Application Sufficiency Review Comments regarding the Conditional Use Application for the operation of Sunny Smart Daycare at 17395 North Bay Road, Suite 103, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160. Sunny Smart currently operates at this location as a licensed Activity Center, serving children and families in the Sunny Isles Beach community. Through this application, Sunny Smart seeks approval to transition its operations from an Activity Center to a fully licensed Daycare Center in order to expand the educational and childcare services currently provided to local families. In accordance with Section 265-13(C) of the City of Sunny Isles Beach Code of Ordinances, the Applicant addresses the standards of review for conditional uses as follows: 1. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan The proposed daycare use is consistent with the City of Sunny Isles Beach Comprehensive Plan by supporting community -serving educational and childcare facilities that meet the needs of local residents and working families. The proposed use contributes to the availability of essential childcare services within the community and promotes a balanced residential environment by providing accessible early childhood education and care. 2. Protection of Public Health, Safety, and Welfare The establishment, maintenance, and operation of Sunny Smart Daycare will not be detrimental to nor endanger public health, safety, or general welfare. The facility will comply with all applicable requirements of: • The City of Sunny Isles Beach Code of Ordinances; • The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) licensing requirements; • Florida Fire Prevention Code requirements; • Building and life safety regulations; and • All applicable health and sanitation standards. The daycare will maintain appropriate staffing ratios, security procedures, emergency preparedness plans, and operational policies designed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, staff members, and visitors. 3. Compatibility with the Surrounding Neighborhood The proposed daycare use is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and the existing mixed residential and community -serving uses within the area. Childcare facilities provide an important neighborhood service that supports local residents, particularly families living within Sunny Isles Beach. 20