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New Fort Lauderdale Condo Project Moves Forward After Judge Denies Fisher Island Lawsuit

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Recently, Florida Judge Michael Hanzman of the Miami-Dade Circuit Court rejected a legal ploy designed to prevent Heinrich Von Hanau and his company, Fisher Island Holdings, from erecting an additional luxury condo on Fisher Island, along with 12 residential homes.

The Lawsuit 

A lawsuit filed last year by area homeowners George Perlman, Jeff Horowitz, and Thomas Lauria against Fisher Island Holdings, the Fisher Island Community Association, and Fisher Island Club attempted to void a settlement agreement reached in previous lawsuits involving Heinrich Von Hanau.

In this lawsuit, the three plaintiffs alleged that construction of the proposed condo and associated residences would remove access to a third ferry landing typically used for emergencies on Fisher Island, since the area is only accessible by helicopter, private boat, or ferry. 

The Verdict 

However, the August 2021 hearing ended well for Hanau, with Judge Hanzman ruling in his favor. The judge said in his order, “Fisher Island has been embroiled in seemingly endless litigation. It damages property values, and it damages the perception of the community and the people who live in it. It is time for all this litigation to meet its end.” 

This decision allows Fisher Island Holdings to complete construction on a 10-story, 57-unit condominium at 6 Fisher Island Drive. Once the property has been developed, no additional developments can be constructed on the island. 

The settlement requires Fisher Island Holdings to make a $2.5 million payment in cash. Although the attorneys for the plaintiffs, Alan and Lauria Kluger, declined to make a comment regarding the outcome of the case. 

The lawyer representing the Fisher Island Community Association, Sashi Bach, noted that the verdict “was a result of the committee working around the clock to get this deal done in the best possible way for Fisher Island.” Bach continued, “It is a phenomenal deal to get things on the right path forward.”

Getting Experienced Legal Assistance for South Florida Real Estate Litigation 

Are you involved in a real estate or construction litigation matter in South Florida? It’s important that you secure adequate legal representation as soon as possible to protect your best interests from the start of the case. 

Contact Feinstein Real Estate Litigation & Business Law today to learn more about how we can help you pursue a favorable verdict. Call now at 954-767-9662 (Fort Lauderdale), 561-981-6212 (Boca Raton,) or 305-728-5267 (Miami). Our team is available now to provide you with immediate assistance.

By : admin | September 16, 2021 | Real Estate Litigation