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No Common Law Implied Warranty of Habitability Applies to Surrounding Structures That “Essentially Service” A Home

Posted in Construction, Developers, Florida Legislation, Warranty

The Florida Legislature recently passed legislation that is very favorable for developers. More specifically, the legislation appears to eliminate future exposure of developers to claims for common law implied warranties of fitness and merchantability related to subdivision improvements of roads, drainage systems, retention ponds and underground pipes surrounding homes. In mid-March 2012, the Florida House of Representatives passed… Continue Reading