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70-year-old Miami tenant says landlord refuses to repair A/C unit amid ongoing payment dispute
By Larry Seward at CBS4 Miami
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
A 70-year-old man says he has been living without air conditioning for more than a year as a dispute over money persists at his Overtown residence.Wallace Sapp, a resident of Town Park Village, said his central air conditioning unit is broken, but the complex's management has refused to conduct the
Key takeaway Wallace Sapp, a resident of Town Park Village, said his central air conditioning unit is broken, but the complex's management has refused to conduct the necessary repairs.
Why this matters in The Miami
The dispute between Wallace Sapp and Town Park Village management is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by many low-income seniors in Miami . As the city grapples with rising costs of living and a shortage of affordable housing, cases like Sapp's highlight the need for stronger tenant protections. The fact that Sapp has been living without air conditioning for over a year, relying on fans and a portable unit to manage energy costs, is a concern given Miami's sweltering summer heat and the health risks it poses, particularly for vulnerable populations like the elderly. Furthermore, the ongoing payment dispute and allegations of unfair rent increases and eviction attempts raise questions about the management practices at Town Park Village and the impact on its residents, many of whom are likely to be long-time Miami residents with limited financial resources.
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Category: sports ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? A 70-year-old man says he has been living without air conditioning for more than a year as a dispute over money persists at his Overtown residence.Wallace Sapp, a resident of Town Park Village, said his central air conditioning unit is broken, but the complex's management has refused to conduct the
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