Surfside

More than four years after a Florida condominium collapse killed 98 people, federal investigators have yet to make a final determination of the cause. But they do have some leading theories.

Investigators have zeroed in on what it calls three “higher-likelihood” scenarios, all related to construction flaws that date to the beginning of the 40-year-old structure.

The resolution, said Scott and Moody in a joint statement, "pays tribute to the victims, recognizes the extraordinary bravery of first responders, and expresses unwavering support for the families and communities still grieving this devastating loss."

Over 100 people gathered for the 4th annual Surfside remembrance ceremony in honor of the 98 lives that were lost when the condominium, Champlain Towers South, suddenly collapsed. Survivors and loved ones of those lost spoke about their grief and frustrations surrounding the tragedy.

Eight condo bills have been filed this session.

Condo associations must comply with state laws passed after the 2021 deadly building collapse. Lawmakers say any new proposals out of Tallahassee won’t involve direct financial assistance.

Surfside is discussing tightening regulations to better protect buildings from potential damage from nearby construction in response to a University of Miami study.

He was one of three people selected as vice chairs of the Democratic National Committee.

DAMAC International said that it planned to build The Delmore where the Champlain Towers South partially collapsed in 2021. Four- and five-bedroom units will start at $15 million.

A law passed in 2022 requires condo associations to have sufficient reserves to cover major repairs and to conduct a survey of reserves every decade. As a result, older condos are facing hefty increases to association payments to fund these reserves and repair costs.

Experts called the study a “game changer” that raises a host of questions about development on vulnerable barrier islands.

Conform reform laws passed after the tragic collapse of the Champlain Towers South condo building in Surfside, Florida in 2021 require structural examinations, and for associations to build their reserve funds for maintenance and repairs. Experts discussed the topic on The Florida Roundup.