Moving into a new apartment can be an exciting experience, but for some, it's nothing more than a headache.
At University House 13th Street, would-be residents of building three have been unable to move into their apartments, even though their move-in date was set for Aug. 15.
Residents of the other buildings have moved in, but after construction delays, the move-in date for building three has been delayed until Oct. 4, stated an e-mail from Rachel Kihn, vice president of marketing for Inland American Communities, the apartment's management company.
Kihn said the renters who have been unable to move in were given $300 in credit and are currently living for free at Cabana Beach, located at 1601 SW 51st Terrace.
"We apologize to our residents for the issues resulting from the construction delay and are confident that they will enjoy their new homes and community following move-in," she wrote.
Even though the company has been covering the costs for its residents, some are not pleased with the situation.
"It's been ridiculous," said Soyini Kojo, a UF freshman who was supposed to live in the building. "My parents are really mad."
Kojo's roommate, Kenyon Rath, a freshman at SFC, said living at Cabana Beach has been a big adjustment to her plans.
Rath said she had intended to walk to school but had to learn the bus routes in order to reach campus from Cabana Beach, which is located several miles from the apartment complex they chose.
However, both Rath and Kojo said because they and their roommates have been enjoying Cabana Beach's pool and social events, they've considered breaking their lease with University House.
"I know a lot of people have been cutting their leases because they've been so aggravated," Rath said. "But now that we're here, it's not so bad."
Rath said she is keeping a positive outlook on the situation.
"I hope it all works out and everyone ends up happy when we're there," she said.
