The Brief
- A senior living in Colony Cove in Ellenton says a neighboring dilapidated home is ruining her retirement.
- Residents report the crumbling pink house has rats, loose storm debris and squatters living inside.
- One neighbor is demanding that Colony Cove tear down the property or refund her purchase and lot fees.
ELLENTON, Fla. – A run-down home in Manatee County has turned one woman’s retirement into a nightmare.
Ellenton run-down home issues
What we know:
Patti Clark chose Colony Cove, a 55-and-up community in Ellenton, to spend her golden years after her husband died. She purchased her house two years ago, hoping to discover a new community to call home.
Resident safety fears
What they’re saying:
“In my last decade in my life, I wanted to be around people,” Clark said. “I wanted [to] join clubs, activities, do arts and crafts and play bingo.”…