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Hostage to the HOA: How some developers keep a tight grip on owner associations
By Lidia Dinkova at The Real Deal
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Teresa Troyer bought her three-bedroom townhome in a Central Florida subdivision five years ago, expecting homeowners to decide how their community is run. But she said it’s clear to her who’s in charge — the developer, not homeowners. Florida law mandates developers pass on control of residential a
Key takeaway Since then, it’s completed 57, leaving the […]This article originally appeared on The Real Deal.
Why this matters in The Miami
The struggle for control of homeowner associations is not unique to Central Florida, and Miami -Dade County residents should take note of the potential implications for their own communities. As development continues to boom in areas like Wynwood and Brickell, homeowners may face similar challenges in taking control of their associations from developers. The fact that a developer can maintain control of an association for decades, as seen in the Portofino Vista complex, raises concerns about the ability of homeowners to make decisions about their own communities. In Miami, where neighborhoods like Little Havana and Miami Beach are experiencing rapid growth and redevelopment, it's crucial for homeowners to be aware of the laws and regulations governing their associations and to be vigilant in asserting their rights to control their own communities.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: The Real Deal ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Teresa Troyer bought her three-bedroom townhome in a Central Florida subdivision five years ago, expecting homeowners to decide how their community is run. But she said it’s clear to her who’s in charge — the developer, not homeowners. Florida law mandates developers pass on control of residential a
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