What did the appeals court decide?

The Fifth District Court of Appeal affirmed the county court's decision and did not provide a written opinion.

Why was there no detailed opinion?

The court cited Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.315(a), which allows affirmance without opinion when no substantial question is presented or controlling precedent clearly supports the lower court's ruling.

Who is affected by this ruling?

The immediate effect is on the parties to the case, appellant Travis Wells and appellee Sanford Portfolio 460 DE, LLC (Stoneridge Pointe Apartments); the lower-court judgment remains in place.

Can this decision be challenged further?

The decision notes it is not final until any timely, authorized motions under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 are resolved; further review (such as a motion for rehearing or filing in the Florida Supreme Court) may be possible subject to applicable rules and deadlines.

Travis Wells v. Sanford Portfolio 460 DE, LLC D/B/A Stoneridge Pointe Apartments

Docket 5D2026-0174

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CivilAffirmed

Filed: Apr 30, 2026 · yesterday
Jurisdiction: Florida
Court: District Court of Appeal of Florida
Type: Opinion
Case type: Civil
Disposition: Affirmed
Docket: 5D2026-0174

Appeal from the County Court for Seminole County

Summary

The Fifth District Court of Appeal reviewed an appeal by tenant Travis Wells from a Seminole County Court decision involving Sanford Portfolio 460 DE, LLC (d/b/a Stoneridge Pointe Apartments). The appellate court, in a brief per curiam disposition, affirmed the lower court's judgment and cited Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.315(a). No written opinion or reasoning beyond the affirmation was provided; the decision was issued April 30, 2026, and the panel concurred. The mandate is subject to any timely authorized motions under Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330 or 9.331.

Issue Decided

Whether the County Court's decision (below) should be reversed on appeal

Court's Reasoning

The court issued a per curiam affirmance without written opinion and referenced Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.315(a), which permits affirmance without opinion when the lower court's decision is clearly supported by controlling precedent or when the appeal presents no substantial questions. Because the panel relied on that rule, it concluded no further explanation was necessary and affirmed the judgment below.

Authorities Cited

Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.315(a)Fla. R. App. P. 9.315(a)
Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.330Fla. R. App. P. 9.330
Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.331Fla. R. App. P. 9.331

Parties

Appellant: Travis Wells
Appellee: Sanford Portfolio 460 DE, LLC d/b/a Stoneridge Pointe Apartments
Judge: Wayne Eric Culver
Judge: EDWARDS, J.
Judge: HARRIS, J.
Judge: SOUD, J.

Key Dates

Appellate decision date: 2026-04-30

What You Should Do Next

1
Consider filing authorized post-decision motions
If seeking further review, the appellant should evaluate filing timely motions under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 (for rehearing) or 9.331 (for rehearing en banc) within the rule deadlines.
2
Consult an attorney about further review
Because the opinion is an affirmance without opinion, consult counsel to assess whether grounds exist for seeking further review or relief and to confirm deadlines and procedures.
3
Comply with the county court judgment
Unless further relief is obtained, the prevailing lower-court judgment remains effective and the parties should take steps to comply with or enforce that judgment as appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the appeals court decide?: The Fifth District Court of Appeal affirmed the county court's decision and did not provide a written opinion.
Why was there no detailed opinion?: The court cited Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.315(a), which allows affirmance without opinion when no substantial question is presented or controlling precedent clearly supports the lower court's ruling.
Who is affected by this ruling?: The immediate effect is on the parties to the case, appellant Travis Wells and appellee Sanford Portfolio 460 DE, LLC (Stoneridge Pointe Apartments); the lower-court judgment remains in place.
Can this decision be challenged further?: The decision notes it is not final until any timely, authorized motions under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or 9.331 are resolved; further review (such as a motion for rehearing or filing in the Florida Supreme Court) may be possible subject to applicable rules and deadlines.

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Full Filing Text

FIFTH DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
                STATE OF FLORIDA
                 _____________________________

                     Case No. 5D2026-0174
                 L.T. Case No. 2025-CC-007203
                 _____________________________

TRAVIS WELLS,

    Appellant,

    v.

SANFORD PORTFOLIO 460 DE,
LLC, d/b/a Stoneridge Pointe
Apartments,

    Appellee.
                 _____________________________


On appeal from the County Court for Seminole County.
Wayne Eric Culver, Judge.

Travis Wells, Sanford, pro se.

No Appearance for Appellee.

                          April 30, 2026

PER CURIAM.

    AFFIRMED. See Fla. R. App. P. 9.315(a).

EDWARDS, HARRIS, and SOUD, JJ., concur.
          _____________________________

Not final until disposition of any timely and
authorized motion under Fla. R. App. P. 9.330 or
9.331.
           _____________________________




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