A University of Miami study revealed that 35 buildings along Miami's barrier islands are sinking more than expected, raising concerns about the impact of nearby construction. Although typical structures experience slight sinking during compression, this study indicated that some buildings were sinking further, potentially due to construction vibrations. Surfside commission discussions highlight the need to fix regulatory loopholes surrounding construction projects to protect existing structures. Vice Mayor Tina Paul emphasized the importance of heightened oversight and accountability, stating current assessments may not adequately cover the area of impact from construction activities.
The study showed that for some buildings, that process continued beyond what was typically expected, suggesting nearby construction may accelerate or instigate sinking.
Surfside's Vice Mayor, Tina Paul, emphasized a definite need for more oversight and accountability for new construction projects affecting existing buildings.
There's a lot of flaws and loopholes there, because developers just go through the motions, needing to strengthen regulations for new projects.
While there are no immediate safety concerns, the study underscores the necessity to understand the sinking of buildings housing tens of thousands.
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