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Controversy! Boca Raton's Downtown Dilemma- Unpacking a Developer's Untold Past


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Boca Raton's City Hall Developer's Surfside ControversyThe "Boca's New City Hall Partner?" article from The Boca Raton Tribune discusses Terra Group, a developer recently chosen for a significant redevelopment project in downtown Boca Raton, and its undisclosed involvement in the Surfside condominium collapse litigation. The source highlights that Terra Group was a key defendant in lawsuits alleging their nearby construction contributed to the tragedy, ultimately contributing approximately $400 million to a nearly $1 billion settlement, though without admitting liability. The article explains that the proposed City Hall project is controversial, with concerns raised by critics regarding the developer's past and the project's scale, while supporters argue for its potential economic benefits. The piece underscores the ongoing debate surrounding urban development and accountability in Boca Raton, especially given the developer's history with one of the deadliest building failures in U.S. history.

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