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Affordable Housing Developer Sues Sarasota County Over Revoked Grant
McDowell Housing Partners claims the county unfairly rescinded funding for a planned affordable housing project.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:17am
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A legal battle over affordable housing funding exposes the ongoing challenges developers face in securing support from local governments.North Port TodayMcDowell Housing Partners LLC, an affordable housing developer, has filed a lawsuit against Sarasota County, Florida, over the county's decision to revoke a grant that was intended to support the construction of a new affordable housing project. The developer claims the county's actions were unfair and has taken legal action to challenge the decision.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights the ongoing challenges faced by affordable housing developers in securing funding and support from local governments, even as the need for more affordable housing options continues to grow in many communities. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for how local authorities handle grant funding for affordable housing projects going forward.
The details
According to the report, McDowell Housing Partners was awarded a grant by Sarasota County in 2025 to support the development of an affordable housing project in North Port, Florida. However, in March 2026, the Sarasota County Commission voted to revoke the grant, citing unspecified issues with the project. McDowell Housing Partners has now filed a lawsuit against the county, arguing that the decision to revoke the grant was unfair and will significantly impact their ability to move forward with the affordable housing development.
- In 2025, Sarasota County awarded a grant to McDowell Housing Partners to support an affordable housing project in North Port.
- In March 2026, the Sarasota County Commission voted to revoke the grant awarded to McDowell Housing Partners.
- In April 2026, McDowell Housing Partners filed a lawsuit against Sarasota County over the revoked grant.
The players
McDowell Housing Partners LLC
An affordable housing developer that was awarded a grant by Sarasota County in 2025 to support the construction of an affordable housing project in North Port, Florida.
Sarasota County Commission
The governing body of Sarasota County, Florida, which voted to revoke the grant awarded to McDowell Housing Partners in March 2026.
What’s next
The lawsuit filed by McDowell Housing Partners against Sarasota County is currently pending, and the outcome of the case will determine the future of the planned affordable housing project in North Port.
The takeaway
This dispute highlights the ongoing challenges faced by affordable housing developers in securing funding and support from local governments, even as the need for more affordable housing options continues to grow in many communities. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for how local authorities handle grant funding for affordable housing projects going forward.
