Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 1, 2026 —

Homestead Townhouse Owners Sue Developer Over Alleged HOA Control

Homeowners in a townhouse complex in Homestead, Florida, have filed a lawsuit against the development group, alleging that the developer has maintained control over the Homeowners Association (HOA) for approximately twenty years. This alleged control persisted long after the majority of residential parcels within the complex were sold to individual owners.

The lawsuit claims that affiliates associated with Prime Homes at Villa Portofino East have continued to appoint their own employees and representatives to serve on the HOA board. This practice, according to the plaintiffs, constitutes a prolonged and improper hold over the community’s governance.

The specific details regarding the duration of the alleged control and the number of parcels sold were not fully elaborated in the provided information. Further details about the legal proceedings, including the specific allegations and requested remedies, are expected to emerge as the case progresses.

Story summarized from the original created by Lidia Dinkova on therealdeal.com, see more information here.

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