What happens when a state housing law overrides local control — and a small coastal community faces the prospect of millions of additional square feet of development?

In this episode of Courtside, Etan and Jose sit down with Bal Harbour Mayor Seth E. Salver to unpack Florida’s Live Local Act, the Bal Harbour Shops dispute, and what’s at stake for residents. They discuss how Live Local reshapes zoning and approvals, the real incentives behind “affordable housing” proposals, infrastructure strain, and the tension between Tallahassee’s legislative authority and municipal governance.

From transparency and public service to density, FAR transfers, and the long-term character of one of South Florida’s most unique communities, this conversation explores how housing policy plays out on the ground — and why Bal Harbour is pushing back.

Disclaimer: Courtside episodes are for general information only and are not legal advice.