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Minutes 12-13-23 MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY STANDARDS SPECIAL MAGISTRATE CODE COMPLIANCE/LIEN REDUCTION HEARINGS HELD IN THE CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 E. OCEAN AVE. BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2023, AT 9 A.M. PRESENT: Hilary Zalman, Esquire, Community Standards Special Magistrate Candice Stone, Community Standards Director Isis Sablon, Community Standards Associate Monica Hilguero, Communinity Standards Associate Tanya Guim, Administrative Supervisor Brandon Chevalier Bien, Community Standards Specialist Gayla Hill, Community Standards Specialist Kayla Virves, Community Standards Specialist Calim Estime, Community Standards Specialist Mark Karageorge, Community Standards Specialist Luney Guillaume, Community Standards Specialist Miranda Mohorn, Community Standards Specialist Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor I. CALL TO ORDER Hilary Zalman, Community Standards Special Magistrate, called the Hearings to order at 9:07 a.m. and explained the Magistrate's role and the procedures. Pursuant to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes, all orders are appealable only to the Circuit Court in Palm Beach County and not to the City Commission. Also, a fine will be imposed if the violation(s) are not corrected by the deadline. II. INTRODUCTION AND SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES Community Standards Associate, Isis Sablon, administered an oath to all those intending to testify. III. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA Item Case No. Status 4 23-2062 Complied 7 23-2305 Removed 10 23-2150 Tabled 18 23-1852 Complied 19 23-3110 Complied IV. NEW BUSINESS Case Hearing Case No. 23-2410 CRUZ MARIA A Property Address: 327 NE 15TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D Officer Chevalier-Bien presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was August 11, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued August 11, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent certified mail on October 25, and the property was posted November 22, 2023. There has been no attempts to contact the Community Standards Department. The property was last inspected on December 9, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-0584 CASABLANCA ISLES ASSOCIATION INC Property Address: 815 W BOYNTON BEACH BLVD Type of Property: MULTI-FAMILY Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 2 SEC 2F1 B3 LDR CH 4 ART 7 SEC 5 Officer Estime presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was February 21, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued February 21, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Proof of service was posted on November 29, 2023. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by March 25, 2024, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Attorney Dale Schlass, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Attorney Schlass said the property manager who was previously working with the City has been terminated. Since they became aware of the violations approximately 12 days ago, they have been speaking with engineers and architects and plan to comply within 90 days. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of March 25, 2024, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1431 HOADLEY LLC Property Address: 420 HOADLEY RD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INCLUSIVE CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 H CO CH 10 SEC 10-6D Officer Estime presented this case, which was a citizen complaint. The initial inspection date was July 11, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued July 11 21, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Proof of service signed green card on November 8, 2023. The property was last inspected on October 26, 2023. This is a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by February 15, 2024, or a fine of $150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Michael Lang, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Mr. Lang said work was previously done without a permit. He said they finally received the permit after a long process. Ms. Zalman reminded Mr. Lang to check the online system for notes from the City. Officer Estime said no permits have been obtained or issued. He said the health and safety issue is the electrical work done without a permit. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of February 15, 2024, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2062 VINCENT JUDE & FANELIA Property Address: 421 SW 6TH AVE The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2238 HOME DEPOT USA INC Property Address: 1500 SW 8TH ST Type of Property: COMMERCIAL Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 Officer Hill presented this case, which was a City Department referral. The initial inspection date was July 27, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. An initial verbal notice was issued on July 27, 2023, with 60 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on November 8, 2023, and notice posted on the property and City Hall on November 29, 2023. Officer Hill has been in communication with Honey Rockwell, paralegal for The Home Depot. To date, the permit has not been applied for. The property was last inspected on December 7, 2023. This is a health and safety hazard, and a red tag was issued by the City Building Department. The City recommends compliance by January 2, 2024, for compliance in order or a fine of $150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Leon Ram, Store Manager, was present. He confirmed he is authorized to speak on the respondent's behalf. Ms. Zalman asked why it wasn't taken care of yet. Mr. Ram replied that he just took over the store and requested an extension. Officer Hill confirmed the City has not received anything. Ms. Zalman asked how much time they need. Mr. Ram replied the end of January. Office Hill had no objection to January 30, 2024. Office Stone suggested Mr. Ram follow up because it will fall on the store's responsibility if it is not cured. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 30, 2024, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2301 LES HOLDINGS LLC Property Address: 1799 SW 5TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 Officer Hill presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was August 2, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. An initial courtesy notice was issued on August 7, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on October 17, 2023, and posted on the property and City Hall on November 22, 2023. No permits have been applied for and not attempts to contact Officer Hill or bring the violation into compliance. The property was last inspected on December 8, 2023. This is a not health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 2, 2024, for compliance in order or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Louis Anagria, owner, was present. Mr. Anagria said he did not know he needed a permit and thought the contractor was responsible. He said the notice was posted two weeks ago. Officer Hill confirmed the initial notice was mailed August 7, 2023. Ms. Zalman asked what steps Mr. Anagria has taken to apply for the permit. Mr. Anagria stated he thought he had to come to this meeting first. Officer Hill clarified that the notices were mailed out twice and both returned. She said it was then posted on the property on November 22, 2023. Mr. Anagria requested a few more weeks. Ms. Zalman agreed to January 20, 2024. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 20, 2024, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2305 VAN NAME JOAN K TRUST Property Address: 405 SW 10TH AVE The case was removed prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2566 PALM BEACH LEISUREVILLE COMMUN Property Address: 1800 SW CONGRESS BLVD Type of Property: COMMERCIAL Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 Officer Hill presented this case, which was a City Department referral. The initial inspection date was July 27, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. An initial written notice was issued on September 5, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent via certified mail on October 11, 2023, and signed green card was on October 23, 2023. No attempts have been made to correct violation. The property was last inspected on December 8, 2023. This is a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 2, 2024, for compliance in order or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 2, 2024, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2235 MCCARTHY KEVIN Property Address: 905 SUNSET RD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Virves presented this case, which was a routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was July 26, 2023. A courtesy notice was issued via door hanger on July 26, 2023, with 21 days to comply. Service was obtained via signed green card on October 18, 2023. The property owner has corrected the violation for overgrown grass but has not applied for the business tax receipt or certificate of use or occupancy. The property was last inspected December 11, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2244 BRILLIANT RONALD Property Address: 240 SE 23RD AVE Type of Property: COMMERCIAL Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 ART 9 SEC 15-120 D1 D Officer Virves presented this case, which was a routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was July 27, 2023. A courtesy notice was issued via door hanger on July 27, 2023, with 7 days to comply. Service was obtained via posting at the property and at City Hall on November 13, 2023. The property owner has corrected the violation for removal of landscape debris, but dead and bare areas remains. The property was last inspected December 11, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Ronald Brilliant, owner, was present. Mr. Brilliant shared images as proof the property has been sodded the last few days. Ms. Zalman tabled the item for discussion about whether the violation has been cured. Mr. Brilliant left four voice messages for Officer Virves. Officer Virves said she was out of the office last week. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman tabled the case until January 2024. Case Hearing Case No. 22-3019 PARKER BRANDON C Property Address: 212 SE 1 STAVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 Officer Guillaume presented this case, which was a routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was November 14, 2022. A courtesy notice was issued on November 29, 2023, with 30 days to comply. The property was last inspected December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2023, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Brandon Parker, owner, was present. He said he applied for the permit three times and keep getting denied. He noted he is selling the house and are under contract. He asked if he could remove the pavers and put down rock. Officer Guillaume confirmed he would have to replace the pavers with grass. Ms. Zalman asked if he needed more time. Mr. Parker asked for a few extra weeks for the new owner. Ms. Zalman agreed to January 30, 2023. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 30, 2024, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 22-3037 TOWER BRIDGE REALTY GROUP LLC Property Address: 715 SE 1 ST ST Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 Officer Guillaume presented this case, which was routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was November 17, 2023. A courtesy notice was issued with 20 days to comply. Service was obtained via signed green card on November 1, 2023. The property was last inspected December 12, 2023. This is a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Ms. Zalman asked why it is a health and safety hazard. Officer Guillaume stated there are exposed electrical wires and confirmed there are tenants. Ms. Zalman asked if he would like to make the compliance date sooner. She recommended January 2, 2024. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 2, 2024, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1980 FRONTPAIGE INVESTMENTS LLC Property Address: 125 SE 5TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INCLUSIVE CO CH 13 SEC 16 Officer Guillaume presented this case, which was routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was June 29, 2023. A courtesy notice was issued with 30 days to comply. Service was obtained via signed green card on November 20, 2023. The property was last inspected December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-0987 SUPREME PROPERTIES TEAM LLC Property Address: 233 NW 6TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was March 24, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A written notice was issued on March 27, 2023, with 30 days to comply. The notice was sent certified mail on October 10, 2023, and signed green card was dated October 18, 2023. Other issues have complied and the only outstand issue is the sod. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by February 15, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of February 15, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1617 DESORME JACKENDEL Property Address: 433 NW 12TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 131 CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was May 23, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued on May 24, 2023, with 45 days to comply. The notice was posted on the property and at City Hall was on November 13, 2023. The tree still needs trimmed, and sod is still needed for bare areas. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1929 PO YING SEM TRUST Property Address: 621 NW 2ND ST Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was June 27, 2023. This is a repeat violator. A written notice was issued on June 29, 2023, with 30 days to comply. The notice was posted on the property and at City Hall was on November 30, 2023. Officer Karageorge met with the owner's representative at the property to review violation. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of$250 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Ms. Zalman asked about the $250 amount. Officer Karageorge said the amount is due to being a repeat violator. He said the owner has a medical condition and the property owner's son will now be taking care of the property. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 16, 2024, or a fine of$250 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1993 JACKSON KATHERINE EST Property Address: 122 NW 8TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 B Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was June 29, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A notice was issued on June 29, 2023 via door hanger, with 30 days to comply. The notice was posted on the property and at City Hall was on November 30, 2023. Officer Karageorge said there are a few strands of grass, but mostly sand and dirt. The driveway violation still exists. property was last inspected on December 12, 2023. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by January 16, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of January 16, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1852 WIMS WILLIAM SR Property Address: 80 FLAMINGO DR The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 23-3110 FKH SFR C1 LP Property Address: 3025 OCEAN PKWY The case complied prior to the hearing. Fine Certification Case No. 23-0190 MAXIVVER HERNANDEZ Property Address: 2128 NE 4TH CT Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime presented the case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was October 18, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for November 21, 2023, or a fine of$150 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on December 9, 2023 and the violation still exists. There are 22 days of non-compliance. As of this date, the fine is $3,300 plus administrative fees of $384.12. The total is $3,684.12. Ms. Zalman asked about the status of compliance. Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime said the permit was disapproved as of Monday and the respondent was notified. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $3,300, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-0810 SFR XII NM MIAMI OWNER 1 LP Property Address: 421 SW 5TH AVE Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime presented the case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was October 18, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for November 21, 2023, ora fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected and complied on December 9, 2023 and the violation still exists. There are 22 days of non-compliance. As of this date, the fine is $2,200 plus administrative fees of $384.12. The total is $2,584.12. Angela Joseph, Property Manager, was present. Ms. Joseph said the tenants are non-compliant, but they have secured a subcontractor. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $2,200, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1046 TAH 2017 1 BORROWER LLC Property Address: 110 S PALM DR Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime presented the case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was October 18, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for November 21, 2023, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected and complied on December 9, 2023 and the violation still exists. There are 22 days of non-compliance. As of this date, the fine is $1,650 plus administrative fees of $384.12. The total is $2,034.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $1,650, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1166 ELIZABETH J, ELLISTON, EMERSON Property Address: 201 NE 18TH AVE Officer Chevalier Bien-Aime presented the case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was August 16, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for November 21, 2023, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected and complied on December 9, 2023 and the violation still exists. There are 55 days of non-compliance. As of this date, the fine is $5,500 plus administrative fees of $384.12. The total is $5,884.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $5,500, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 22-2870 GETA REAL ESTATE LLC Property Address: 301 SW 9TH AVE Officer Hill presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was October 18, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for November 1, 2023, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on November 29, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 43 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $100 per day. As of this date, the fine is $4,300, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $4,684.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $4,300, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-0010 TAMMARRA HOLDINGS LLC Property Address: 427 SW 1 ST AVE Officer Hill presented this case. The property owner has applied for an extension of time and has paid the administrative fees. The respondent is requesting the compliance date by moved to February 15, 2024. The property was last inspected on December 8, 2023, and three of the five violations have been corrected. Ms. Zalman asked if it is a health and safety hazard. Officer Hill replied no. Mr. Kirkiles, on behalf of the owner, was present. He requested a longer extension since the client's daughter is located in France and communication has been challenging. He asked for an extension to February 25, 2024. The City had no objection to the request. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman approved an extension for the compliance date from September 8, 2023, to February 15, 2024. The administrative fee of $384.12 has been paid. Discussion continued. Ronald Redondo indicated the permit must be applied for all windows. He said the violation is to repair all windows. Ms. Zalman reiterated all windows must be completed by February 24, 2024. Director Candice Stone said the permit is to correct the two windows that were replaced without a permit. Additionally, the other windows need to be repaired by February 24, 2024. Mr. Kirkiles said the contractor told him the permit was denied for the two windows. Director Stone reiterated the next steps. She noted they do not need a permit if they are repairing, and not replacing, the additional windows. Ms. Zalman recommended Mr. Kirkiles' contractor meet with the City if there is confusion about the permit. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1893 BEYER LESTER C JR Property Address: 431 SW 3RD AVE Officer Hill presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was October 18, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for November 1, 2023, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on December 8, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 43 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $4,225, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $4,609. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $3,750, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Lester Beyer Jr., owner, was present. Ms. Zalman recommended Mr. Beyer get this into compliance and then return for a lien reduction. Mr. Beyer said he only received one notice. Officer Hill stated the notice was sent on August 30, 2023, via certified and was signed for on September 8, 2023. Mr. Beyer confirmed the signature is not his. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $4,225, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-2086 BAKER MARYROSE Property Address: 1195 SW 27TH PL Officer Hill presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was October 18, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for October 27, 2023, or a fine of $150 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on November 28, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 52 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $150 per day. As of this date, the fine is $7,800, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $8,184.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $7,800, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1028 ZERTUCHE EBELIA Property Address: 410 NW 11 TH AVE Officer Karageorge presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was September 20, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for October 24, 2023, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The case complied on November 8, 2023. The property was last inspected on November 8, 2023, and complied. There are 14 days of non-compliance, at a rate of$75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $1,050. The administrative fees have been paid. The total is $1,050. The owner was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $1,050. The administrative fee in the amount of$384.12 have been paid. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1254 ALLEN UGANDA V Property Address: 147 NW 13TH AVE Officer Karageorge presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was August 16, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for October 31, 2023, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 43 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $3,225, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $3,609.12. The owner was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $3,225, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1595 SHARP HENRY Property Address: 535 NW 12TH AVE Officer Karageorge presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was September 20, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for October 24, 2023, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on December 7, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 50 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $3,750, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $4,134.12. Henry Sharpe, owner, was present. Officer Karageorge reviewed the violations with Mr. Sharpe. Jerome Hampton, Property Manager, has asked numerous times that all mail sent to Mr. Sharpe is sent to him. Ms. Zalman said the address needs to be changed in the Palm Beach County's Property Appraiser's website. Ms. Zalman said the property needs to be brought into full compliance. Officer Karageorge confirmed the signed green card was November 14, 2023, and no mail was returned. He said a courtesy notice was also sent on May 26, 2023 and not returned. Ms. Zalman said the purpose of the hearing is to certify the fine. She said there is evidence that more than one notice was issued. Supervisor Pat Hart reiterated that notices were sent to the person listed on the Property Appraiser's website. Mr. Sharpe continued to state he did not receive notices and an error was made at the Vermont post office. Ms. Zalman said there are open violations, and they need to be cured. She clarified the property must comply prior to a lien reduction hearing. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $3,750, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1658 SOLMATES SOUTH 1 LLC Property Address: 622 SOUTH RD SFHA Officer Karageorge presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was September 20, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for October 24, 2023, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 50 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $3,750, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $4,134.12. The owner was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $3,750, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-0236 EMMANUEL R JEAN BAPTISTE Property Address: 3260 E PALM DR Officer Mohorn presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was September 20, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for October 24, 2023, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was last inspected on December 12, 2023, and the violation still exists. There are 49 days of non-compliance, and the fine continues to accrue at $100 per day. As of this date, the fine is $4,900, plus administrative fees of$384.12. The total is $5,284.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $4,900, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 23-0148 50 FRIENDS FUND CAPITAL LLC Property Address: 1818 NE 5TH ST Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-56E CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INCLUSIVE CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on January 25, 2023. The original Magistrate hearing date was May 17, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by posting on April 27, 2023. The fine certification hearing was on June 16, 2023, and the owner appeared. Service by posting on July 7, 2023. The compliance date was June 5, 2023, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $150 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was inspected on July 20, 2023, and did comply. There have been 45 days of non-compliance at $150/day for a total amount of$6,750 plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of$7,134.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending $1,426.82 total, approximately 20%. Brad Ford, owner, was present. He said he attempted to apply for a license as soon as he found out about it. He said the $15/day was accruing as he was waiting for the approval. He said 10% would be more reasonable. Officer Hart stated he has an email from the City to 50 Friends Funds Capital LLC, dated May 20, 2023, regarding the application for rental. He said the application was not completed properly. Mr. Ford said it has been stressful and people park in his spot. He said the property has been on the market, but he had to remove it. Ms. Zalman said $1,184.12 is fair and includes administrative fees. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $1,184.12 for Case No. 23-0148, which includes administrative fees, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. [Minutes by TBaclawski, Prototype-Inc.]