Residents living near the Ocean Glass townhome development on South Ocean Drive say they’re increasingly concerned about safety hazards caused by unfinished construction and leftover debris. They claim it’s been months since any progress has been made on the site and worry that the current state of the property poses risks to people and nearby buildings.
From their balcony, Matthew and Jann Rudd can see the stalled construction site every day.
“Let’s go take a look at Ocean Glass,” Matthew said as he stepped outside. “Oh man! Look at that mess!” he added, referring to the exposed building materials left behind.
Hutchinson Island residents concerned over stalled townhome construction and debris risk
According to the Rudds, the site has become a collection of rusting structures and scattered debris. Their primary concern is what could happen if a severe storm hits the area…