Florida homeowners policies must cover “catastrophic ground cover collapse,” but full sinkhole coverage is usually optional and costs extra. This matters in Central Florida, one of the most sinkhole-prone regions in the country. The 1981 Winter Park sinkhole is one of the most famous in U.S. history.
Catastrophic ground cover collapse only applies when all of these happen: an abrupt collapse, a depression clearly visible to the naked eye, structural damage to the building including the foundation, and the home being condemned and ordered vacated. Cracking, settling, or slow sinkhole activity is not covered unless you’ve added sinkhole coverage. Florida insurers must offer sinkhole coverage but can require an inspection first.
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