Standing Out From the Crowd: Are Branded Residences Changing the Face of South Florida Luxury Condo Development?

A recent ruling from the Miami-Dade Circuit Court casts doubt on the enforceability of settlement agreements between condominium unit owners and associations, particularly for hotel condominiums.

Florida law requires local governments to credit developers, dollar-for-dollar, for infrastructure contributions against impact fees owed. Many jurisdictions lack a process for this—and many developers don't know to ask—resulting in costly overpayments.

Florida’s HB 1389, Live Local Act 4.0, is now law and takes effect July 1, 2026, introducing key zoning and tax changes for housing projects.