Citadel’s Brickell Supertall Tower Gains FAA Approval, Set to Soar to 1,049 Feet

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially cleared the way for what could soon become one of Miami’s most iconic skyscrapers. Citadel’s planned supertall headquarters tower in Brickell has received FAA approval, allowing it to rise to a height of 1,046 feet above ground—or 1,049 feet above sea level—the maximum elevation permitted under current aviation regulations in the region.

The approval, issued on July 3, marks a major milestone for the high-profile project, which has been under FAA review since October 24, 2024. The approved height qualifies the tower as a “supertall,” a designation for buildings rising over 984 feet, and places it among the tallest structures ever planned for South Florida. It joins a short list of Miami supertalls, including the under-construction Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences, which is also approved for 1,049 feet.

Designed by renowned architecture firm Foster + Partners, the Citadel tower is poised to reshape the Miami skyline with a striking 62-story design that will include approximately 1.49 million square feet of Class A office space. In addition, the tower will feature 212 hotel rooms, accessory spaces, and 50 underground parking spots—an ambitious feat considering the city’s high water table.

The vision for the tower reflects the ambition of Citadel founder Ken Griffin, who has described the forthcoming building as “one of the greatest office buildings built in the world.” The development underscores Miami’s growing status as a global business and financial hub and is expected to play a central role in Brickell’s continued transformation into an international center of commerce, luxury, and innovation.

With FAA approval secured, the project is now poised to move forward, bringing Citadel one step closer to establishing its world-class headquarters in the heart of Miami.