Mansions in the Sky Planned for Surfside Collapse Site, Victims Feel Ignored
A New Development on the Horizon
A high-end 12-story residential building will soon rise on the former site of the Champlain Towers South condominium that collapsed in Surfside and claimed the lives of 98 people. DAMAC International, a Dubai-based developer, announced on Tuesday that construction began for The Delmore, a project compromising of 37 “mansions in the sky.”
“It reflects the aspirations of ultra-luxury people to live on the waterfront in Surfside, which is part of the billionaire triangle of Miami,” Jeffery Rossely, SVP of Development for DAMAC International, told NBC6 during an interview.
A Luxurious Living Experience
The building, which is set to be completed in 2029, will include 4-5 bedroom mansions starting at $15 million. According to the developers, residents will enjoy a meditation garden, sweeping water panoramas, and a suspended see-through swimming pool 125 feet in the air.
But for Some, the Announcement is Bittersweet
However, Tuesday’s announcement was tough for some of the victims’ families who lost a loved one during the collapse nearly four years ago. “There is nothing to celebrate. Ninety-eight people were killed and we do not know why,” said Martin Langesfeld, who lost his sister and brother-in-law.
Langesfeld told NBC6 he feels ignored by the developer. “They are allowing for the entire evidence behind me to be destroyed for another building to go up,” he said. “We are not opposing this new development from going up, all we are asking is simply to find out why this building collapsed before allowing another one to go up.”
A Federal Investigation is Still Pending
A federal investigation into the collapse was delayed and is still pending. Its findings are set to become public in 2026. In response to the criticism, Rossely said his company has been in communication with the victims’ families and the town of Surfside since the beginning.
A Conclusion
The construction of The Delmore is a significant development in the Surfside community, but for some, it is a painful reminder of the tragedy that occurred. As the investigation into the collapse continues, it is essential to prioritize the needs and concerns of the victims’ families.
FAQs
* What is The Delmore?
+ The Delmore is a 12-story residential building being developed by DAMAC International on the former site of the Champlain Towers South condominium.
* What is the price range for the mansions in The Delmore?
+ The price range for the mansions in The Delmore starts at $15 million.
* When is The Delmore expected to be completed?
+ The Delmore is expected to be completed in 2029.
* What is the purpose of the meditation garden, sweeping water panoramas, and suspended see-through swimming pool in The Delmore?
+ These amenities are designed to provide residents with a luxurious living experience, offering a serene and breathtaking environment.
