Scott Morris v. City of Cape Coral, etc.

This case arises from a final judgment validating the City of Cape Coral’s special assessment to provide fire protection services. We have jurisdiction. See art. V, § 3(b)(2), Fla. Const. The City of Cape Coral (“City” or “Cape Coral”) passed an ordinance levying a special assessment against all real property in the city, both developed and undeveloped. The assessment has two tiers — one for all property and a second that applies only to developed property. Scott Morris and other property owners (collectively referred to as either “Morris” or “Property Owners”) appeal the validation, arguing…