Politics & Government

New Florida Condo Laws Force South Florida Residents To Sell

"We didn't have $4.5 million for shoring the building," said Warren Sackler, a Springbrook Gardens condo owner.

(CBS Miami)

January 7, 2025

FORT LAUDERDALE - Rising repair costs spurred by new Florida condominium laws are driving some South Florida homeowners to sell, including residents of Springbrook Gardens, a condo building on Fort Lauderdale Beach.

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The Springbrook Gardens owners voted to sell their units after being unable to meet a $4.5 million repair bill to shore up the building's foundation.

"We didn't have $4.5 million for shoring the building," said Warren Sackler, a Springbrook Gardens condo owner.

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