Florida lawmakers try to balance condo safety with cost

The collapse of a residential tower in Florida led to stricter building safety regulations for condo owners in older buildings, but many Associations have struggled to comply—missing deadlines and facing steep fines. This has forced residents to pay special assessments, potentially displacing them. Meanwhile, Gov. Ron DeSantis has backed proposed changes to ease compliance, with a compromise bill offering a two-year grace period to secure funding for repairs, though its long-term financial impact remains uncertain.