The lawsuit focuses on the common areas but owners said there are problems with units including chipped countertops, scratched cabinets and sloppy drywalling that left outlets covered in paste.

William Lauder, the billionaire heir to the Estée Lauder fortune, is cashing in on Palm Beach’s sizzling real estate market.

Supporters argue the ordinance promotes equity, while opponents cite potential burdens on large contractors and cost increases.