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As Deerfield loosens waterfront development rules, West Palm tightens them
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from The Real Deal
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Two South Florida coastal cities are moving in opposite directions on waterfront development, as localities grapple with regulating construction on the region’s most valuable real estate. Deerfield Beach is considering looser guidelines for building on the waterfront, while West Palm Beach has tempo
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Key takeaway Deerfield Beach is considering looser guidelines for building on the waterfront, while West Palm Beach has temporarily reined in development.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: The Real Deal ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Two South Florida coastal cities are moving in opposite directions on waterfront development, as localities grapple with regulating construction on the region’s most valuable real estate. Deerfield Beach is considering looser guidelines for building on the waterfront, while West Palm Beach has tempo
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