By
US News Reporter
Summary: Florida’s new condo safety law, SB 4D, enacted after the 2021 Surfside collapse, mandates inspections and full funding for repairs in aging condos. However, Republican lawmaker Mike Caruso warns that the increased costs could force elderly, fixed-income residents out of their homes, potentially leading to a rise in homelessness. While Governor Ron DeSantis and other lawmakers acknowledge the law’s unintended consequences, no amendments have been made yet. Florida’s 2025-2026 budget includes over $600 million for home risk-mitigation programs, including grants to help condo owners manage the financial burden.