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Minutes 03-20-24 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, MARCH 20, 2024, AT 9 A.M. PRESENT: Hilary Zalman, Esquire, Community Standards Special Magistrate Candice Stone, Community Standards Director Isis Sablon, Community Standards Associate Tanya Guim, Administrative Supervisor Brandon Chevalier Bien, Community Standards Specialist Calim Estime, Community Standards Specialist Mark Karageorge, Community Standards Specialist Miranda Mohorn, Community Standards Specialist Rodney Patrick, Community Standards Specialist Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor I. CALL TO ORDER Hilary Zalman, Community Standards Special Magistrate, called the Hearings to order at 9:10 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 6 23-2485 Complied IV. NEW BUSINESS Case Hearing Case No. 23-3208 291 NE 16 AVE LAND TRUST Property Address: 291 NE 16TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-56D CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1B 1 Officer Chevalier-Bien presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was October 24, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued October 25, 2023, via written notice, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent certified mail on January 31, 2024. The property was posted February 15, 2024. There have been no attempts to contact the Community Standards Department. The property was last inspected March 13, 2024. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 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 April 23, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-0080 BIEN AIME SIDENA & ELINOR Property Address: 639 W OCEAN AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INCLUSIVE Officer Estime presented this case, which was a routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was January 11, 2023. A courtesy notice was issued on January 12, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Property was posted on February 14, 2024. The property was last inspected March 5, 2024. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Elinor Bien Aime, tenant, was present. She explained that she was working on the violations. Ms. Zalman explained the owner is responsible for addressing the violations. Officer Estime clarified that Ms. Bien Aime is the owner. Ms. Bien Aime requested more time. Officer Estime recommended a 60-day compliance. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of May 23, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case No. 23-2122 FLORIDA CONGRESS AVE HOLDINGS 2 Property Address: 1301 N CONGRESS AVE Type of Property: COMMERCIAL Property Violation(s): LDR CH 4 ART 4 SEC 4A13 CO CH 15 SEC 15-18 LDR CH4ART 3SEC 11 Officer Estime presented this case, which was a routine inspection. This is not a repeat violator. The initial inspection date was July 13, 2023. A courtesy notice was issued on July 14, 2023, with 90 days to comply. Signed green card on January 16, 2024. There has been no contact from the property owners. The property was last inspected March 15, 2024. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 8, 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 April 8, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-0963 NATURA ENTERPRISE LLC Property Address: 101 NE 6TH AVE BLDG1 Type of Property: MULTI-FAMILY 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 22, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued on March 22, 2023, with 30 days to comply. The notice was sent certified mail on January 18, 2024. Signed green card on February 2, 2024. There were multiple violations and all complied except for the sod. The owners stated the landscaper is working on it. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation still exists. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The respondent was no present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of April 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing 3 Case No. 23-1232 GASS LEVERNE Property Address: 513 NW 9TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/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 April 12, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued via door hanger on April 12, 2023, with 30 days to comply. The notice was sent certified mail on January 8, 2024. Signed green card on January 18, 2024. Owner stated she has financial issues and cannot afford sod or seed. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation still exists. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. Ms. Zalman asked Supervisor Hart if there were any community programs to assist with sod. Supervisor Hart said there is not. Ms. Leverne Gass, respondent, was present. She noted she is trying to resolve the violation. Ms. Zalman suggested a 60-day extension. Ms. Gass agreed. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of May 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2485 VOLTIS ASPEMS Property Address: 844 NW 1ST AVE The case complied prior to the hearing. Case Hearing Case No. 23-3284 EMAZZ PROPERTIES LLC Property Address: 539 NW 8TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INCLUSIVE Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was October 31, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued on October 31, 2023, with 30 days to comply. The property was posted and at City Hall on February 13, 2024. The owner has made no effort to apply and phone number is 4 not in service. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation still exists. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 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 April 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-3433 NIXON LAMAR Property Address: 412 NE 1ST ST Type of Property: MULTI-FAMILY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120D1 D Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was November 13, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued via door hanger on November 13, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Notice was sent certified mail on February 5, 2024, and signed green card on February 10, 2024. The owner has put some sod down but still has bare areas. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation still exists. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 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 April 23, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-3792 OWENS WILLIE M Property Address: 120 NE 11TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1A Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was December 21, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued on December 27, 2023, with 10 days to comply. Notice was sent certified mail on January 25, 2024, and signed green card on February 1, 2024. The mattress was removed but debris still exists. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and 5 the violation still exists. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 3, 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 April 3, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-3821 MIDWAY EXCHANGE TRS 1 LLC Property Address: 305 NE 13TH AVE Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/NON-HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 14 SEC 14-3 Officer Karageorge presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was December 28, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A written notice was issued on December 28, 2023, with 3 days to comply. Notice was sent certified mail on January 5, 2024, and signed green card on January 19, 2024. The truck was removed by the fine was not paid. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation complied. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends payment of the $100 fine, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a fine of $100, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-1362 CAMACHO DONNA KARINA MERCEDES Property Address: 2540 N SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D CO CH2ART4SEC2A2 Officer Mohorn presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was April 25, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A written notice was issued on April 26, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Signed green card on January 16, 2024. Permit has been submitted for unpermitted closed carport were disapproved September 20, 2023, No attempts have been made to contact the City. The property was last inspected on 6 March 1, 2024. This is a not health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 2024, or a fine of $100 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Ana Delacruz, respondent, was present. Officer Mohorn confirmed Ms. Delacruz is an owner as well. Ms. Zalman asked Ms. Delacruz to follow up on the disapproved carport permit. Ms. Zalman recommended a 60- day extension. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of May 23, 2024, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of$384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-2864 SUFFRARD JACOB Property Address: 3300 N SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 B CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 D CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 E2C Officer Mohorn presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was September 27, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued on September 27, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Signed green card on February 20, 2024. No attempts have been made to contact the City. The property was last inspected on March 15, 2024. This is a not health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Jacob Suffrard, respondent, was present. Ms. Jackie Suffrard, daughter, served as his translator. She noted Mr. Suffrard does not live on the property as a primary residence and did not receive the notices. He lives in Haiti most of the year. Officer Mohorn stated the Seacrest Boulevard is the only address on file. Officer Mohorn explained the violations. Ms. Zalman recommended an extension. Officer Mohorn said the City is open to an extension but recommended seeding right away. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a compliance date of July 1, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 23-3216 CHARLES LUCCENE Property Address: 2591 N SEACREST BLVD Type of Property: SINGLE FAMILY/HOMESTEADED Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1A CO CH 15 SEC 15-120 D1 B Officer Mohorn presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was October 25, 2023. This is not a repeat violator. A courtesy notice was issued on October 26, 2023, with 30 days to comply. Signed green card on January 23, 2024. No attempts have been made to contact the City. The property was last inspected on March 15, 2024. This is a not health and safety hazard. The City recommends compliance by April 23, 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 April 23, 2024, or a fine of$75 per day, plus administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Case Hearing Case No. 24-0056 WELLS LANDING APARTMENTS LLC Property Address: 117 NE 9TH AVE Type of Property: COMMERCIAL Property Violation(s): CO CH 10 SEC 10-26A Officer Patrick presented this case, which was a routine inspection. The initial inspection date was January 8, 2024. This is a repeat violator. The initial notice was issued January 9, 2024, via written notice. Notice was sent certified mail on January 16, 2024, and posted on property and City Hall on January 10, 2024. The property was previously cited in August 2023. On January 8, 2024, Solid Waste Supervisor witnessed Coast Waste and Recycling serving three city-issued on the property. The property was last inspected January 8, 2024. This is not a health and safety hazard. The City recommends a one- time fine of$2,250, plus administrative fees in the amount of$384.12. The respondent was not present. Officer Patrick confirmed there has been no response or willingness to work with the City. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered a fine of$2,250, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. 8 Fine Certification Case No. 23-0930 SFR XII NM MIAMI OWNER 1 LP Property Address: 211 NE 16TH CT Officer Chevalier-Bien presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was November 15, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for February 15, 2024, or a fine of$100 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was posted on March 7, 2024. The property was last inspected on March 14, 2024, and violation still exists. There are 34 days of non-compliance, at a rate of $100 per day. As of this date, the fine is $3,400, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The total is $3,784.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $3,400, which will continue to accrue until complied, plus the administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 22-0655 RODRIGUEZ AIDA & DEJESUS JORGE Property Address: 725 SW 1ST AVE Officer Estime stated the property owner has applied for an extension of time and paid the administrative fees. The respondent requested the compliance date be moved from January 1, 2024, to May 4, 2024. The property owner has been in communication with the City to get the permit corrected. Officer Estime recommended no fines until May 5, 2024. He presented the extension request with the original order to Ms. Zalman. Aida Rodriguez, respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman agreed to the extension request. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman extended the compliance date to May 4, 2024. The administrative fees have been paid. Fine Certification Case No. 22-1900 SIERRA GILBERT Property Address: 2560 SW 10TH CT 9 Officer Estime stated the property owner has applied for an extension of time and paid the administrative fees. The respondent requested the compliance date be moved from January 30, 2024, to April 30, 2024. The property owner has been in communication with the City and permit has been resubmitted. Lucia Perez-Sierra, respondent, was present. She noted it took time to get the easement consent. Ms. Zalman agreed to the extension request. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman extended the compliance date to April 30, 2024. The administrative fees have been paid. Fine Certification Case No. 23-0332 WOJV BOYNTON BEACH LLC Property Address: 1 STANFORD PARK Officer Estime stated the property owner has applied for an extension of time and paid the administrative fees. The respondent requested the compliance date be moved from February 15, 2024, to June 15, 2024. The property owner and contractor have been working with Engineering and Utilities Department to bring the property into compliance. The fines for Order 1, totaling $8,550, were paid. He noted the property owner needs a new survey. Jason Rhoads, agent, was present. He explained the challenges with the property owner behind his client's property. Officer Estime confirmed that Board Order 1 has complied, and fines and administrative fees were paid. Ms. Zalman clarified that the compliance date for Board Order 2 will be extended to June 15, 2024. Officer Estime clarified there was no administrative fee for Board Order 2. Joe Casino, respondent, arrived late. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman extended the compliance date for Board Order 2 to June 15, 2024. There were no administrative fees. Fine Certification Case No. 23-0356 WOJV BOYNTON BEACH LLC 10 Property Address: 7191 HIGH RIDGE RD Officer Estime stated the property owner has applied for an extension of time and paid the administrative fees. The respondent requested the compliance date be moved from February 15, 2024, to June 15, 2024. The property owner and contractor have been working with Engineering and Utilities Department to bring the property into compliance. The fines for Order 1, totaling $8,550, were paid. Officer Estime confirmed that Board Order 1 has complied, and fines and administrative fees were paid. He added that Board Order 2 has complied as of March 13, 2024. Ms. Zalman confirmed the compliance date will be extended for Board Order 2 to June 15, 2024. There were no administrative fees. Joe Casino, respondent, was present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman extended the compliance date for Board Order 2 to June 15, 2024. There were no fees. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1671 HALDORSON PATRICIA H Property Address: 2395 SW 13TH AVE Officer Estime stated the property owner has applied for an extension of time and paid the administrative fees. The respondent requested the compliance date be moved from January 30, 2024, to March 8, 2024. The permit was issued on March 8, 2024, and property complied. He recommended no fine and confirmed the administrative fee was paid. Ardid Acs, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman agreed to the extension. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman extended the compliance date for Board Order 2 to June 15, 2024. There were no administrative fees. Fine Certification Case No. 23-2238 HOME DEPOT USA INC Property Address: 1500 SW 8TH ST 11 Officer Estime presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was December 13, 2023, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for January 30, 2024, or a fine of $150 per day, plus administrative fees. Signed green card on February 15, 2024. The property was last inspected on March 15, 2024, and the violation still exists. There are 50 days of non-compliance, at a rate of $150 per day. As of this date, the fine is $7,500, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The total is $7,884.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $7,500, plus the administrative fee in the amount of $384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-3125 ALTO ASSET COMPANY S LLC Property Address: 25 FAWLKLAND CIR Officer Estime presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was January 17, 2024, and respondent did appear. A compliance date was set for February 29, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was posted on March 7, 2024. The property was last inspected on March 15, 2024, and the violation still exists. There are 20 days of non-compliance, at a rate of$75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $1,500. The administrative fees in the amount of $384.12 were paid on February 15, 2024. The total is $1,500. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $1,500. The administrative fees in the amount of$384.12 were paid. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1617 DESORME JACKENDEL Property Address: 433 NW 12TH AVE Officer Karageorge presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was December 13, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for January 16, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was posted on February 12, 2024. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation still exists. There are 64 days of non-compliance, at a rate of $75 per day. 12 As of this date, the fine is $4,800, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The total is $5,184.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $4,800, plus the administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Fine Certification Case No. 23-1993 JACKSON KATHERINE EST Property Address: 122 NW 8TH AVE Officer Karageorge presented this case. The Special Magistrate Hearing date was December 13, 2023, and respondent did not appear. A compliance date was set for January 16, 2024, or a fine of $75 per day, plus administrative fees. The property was posted on March 4, 2024. The property was last inspected on March 19, 2024, and the violation still exists. There are 64 days of non-compliance, at a rate of $75 per day. As of this date, the fine is $4,800, plus administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. The total is $5,184.12. The respondent was not present. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine of $4,800, plus the administrative fees in the amount of $384.12. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 13-1308 ZHU XUEJUN & RAO LI Property Address: 801 MEADOWS CIRCLE Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on June 19, 2013. The original Magistrate hearing date was September 18, 2013, and no one appeared. Service by posting on July 31 , 2013. The fine certification hearing was on November 20, 2013, and no one appeared. Service by posting on November 8, 2013. The compliance date was October 18, 2013, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $100 per day, plus $634.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on February 27, 2024, and the violation has complied. There have been 3,783 days of non-compliance at $100/day for a total amount of$378,300 plus the $634.12 administrative fees for a total of $378,934.12. 13 Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $24,000 plus $634.12 administrative fees, which is based on the property's taxable value, not the actual lien itself. Ms. Nancy Phillips, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman noted 15% of the lien would be $56,840 but the City is proposing to reduce it based on the taxable value. Ms. Phillips stated that Mr. Zhu applied and paid for the license in 2014. She noted he never received a notice about the fine. Ms. Zalman said Mr. Zhu never appeared at a hearing or sent a representative. Ms. Zalman stated there were multiple notices and hearings. Ms. Zalman asked about the sale price. Ms. Phillips stated it was $242,000 and asked for a reduction to $15,000. She added that Mr. Zhu painted the property and has had the same tenant for 12 years. Officer Hart confirmed the notices were mailed to 801 Meadows Circle. He showed Ms. Zalman and Ms. Phillips the Property Appraiser's website and tax records for the property, and both reflect the mailing address as 801 Meadows Circle. Ms. Phillips asked for a reduction to $16,000. Officer Hart remained at $24,000. Ms. Zalman said she can reduce to 12%, which is $19,200. Ms. Phillips replied the proposed amount was fair. Ms. Zalman clarified she needs to add the administrative fees as well. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $18,900 for Case No. 13- 1308, plus $634.12 administrative fees, for a total of $19,534.12, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 20-1024 LATUS MANOUCHEKA & SEIDE GER Property Address: 633 W OCEAN AVE Property Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 CO CH 15 SEC 15 120-D1A Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on November 4, 2020. The original Magistrate hearing date was November 17, 2021, and no one appeared. Service by posting on November 1, 2021. The fine certification hearing was on February 16, 2022, and the owner's sister appeared. Service by posting on February 16, 2022. The compliance date was December 31, 2021, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $25 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on July 2, 2022, and the violations have complied. 14 There have been 182 days of non-compliance at $25/day for a total amount of $4,550 plus the $384.12administrative fees for a total of $4,934.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $227.50, plus $384.12 administrative fees. Ms. Jolene Seide, daughter or respondent, was present. Ms. Seide asked about the lien. Officer Hart explained the fence and patio enclosure work were completed without permits. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $227.50 for Case No. 20- 1024, plus $384.12 administrative fees, for a total of $611 .62, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 21-2514 MURRAY DEBRA Property Address: 1951 NE 1ST WAY Property Violation(s): CO CH 15 SEC 15-D1 B Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on November 18, 2021 . The original Magistrate hearing date was February 16, 2022, and Debra Murray appeared. Service via certified mail on January 3 1 , 2022. The fine certification hearing was on July 20, 2022, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on May 23, 2022. The compliance date was May 10, 2022, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $50 per day, and no administrative fees. The property was last inspected on January 26, 2024, and the violation has complied. There have been 615 days of non-compliance at $50/day for a total amount of $30,750 and no administrative fees for a total of $30,750. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $1 ,537 and no administrative fees. Ms. Zalman noted the City is recommending a reduction because it is homesteaded and a previous hardship on record. Ms. Debra (Murray) Jones, respondent, was present. She explained that she restored everything on the property. She did not realize the fine amount was that high until she went to refinance. In total, she estimated spending $4,000 to improve the property. Decision 15 Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $1,000 for Case No. 21- 2514, and no administrative fee, for a total of $1,000, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 22-1137 INTAB LLC Property Address: 2303 S FEDERAL HWY UNIT 1 Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on May 4, 2022. The original Magistrate hearing date was May 17, 2023, and a representative appeared. Service by certified mail on April 13, 2023. The fine certification hearing was on September 20, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on August 15, 2023. The compliance date was August 5, 2023, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $75 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on January 24, 2024, and the violations have complied. There have been 171 days of non-compliance at $75/day for a total amount of$12,825 plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of$13,209.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $1,923.75 plus $384.12 administrative fees. Ms. Sheila Yesinovsky, on behalf of the respondent, was present. She presented her authorization to speak on behalf of the respondent to Ms. Zalman. She confirmed it is an investment property and explained the owner did not receive the notices. Ms. Zalman reiterated the recommendation by the City. Ms. Yesinovsky said there was an issue with the previous property manager. She described their challenges with the permitting process but noted they made efforts to appear at all hearings, despite one. She asked for a reduction closer to $2,000 total. Ms. Zalman agreed to reduce the amount to 12%. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $1,923.75 for Case No. 22-1137, which includes administrative fees, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 22-1845 CALALI LLC Property Address: 2309 S FEDERAL HWY UNIT 8 16 Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on July 1 , 2022. The original Magistrate hearing date was October 19, 2022, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on August 31 , 2022. The fine certification hearing was on January 18, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on December 1, 2022. The compliance date was November 18, 2022, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $100 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on February 14, 2024, and the violations have complied. There have been 452 days of non-compliance at $100/day for a total amount of $45,200 plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of $45,584.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $6,780 plus $384.12 administrative fees. Ms. Sheila Yesinovsky, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman reiterated the recommendation by the City but noted she is amenable to reduce to 12%, which is $5,424, plus $384.12 administrative fees. Ms. Yesinovsky asked for a reduction total to $3,000. Ms. Zalman recommended a reduction to $4,020.12. The City had no objection. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $4,020.12 for Case No. 22-1845, which includes administrative fees, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 22-2137 BROWN-MCINTOSH, VALRIE Property Address: 145 SE 3RD AVE This case was not heard. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 22-2391 LECOURS ALAIN P Property Address: 2315 N CONGRESS AVE UNIT 13 Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 CO CH 10 SEC 10-56H 17 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on October 7, 2022. The original Magistrate hearing date was February 15, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by posting on December 9, 2022. The fine certification hearing was on May 17, 2023, and the owner appeared. Service by certified mail on December 1, 2023. The compliance date was March 21, 2023, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $75 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on February 13, 2024, and the violations have complied. There have been 328 days of non-compliance at $75/day for a total amount of $24,600, plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of$24,984.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $3,690, plus $384.12 administrative fees. Ms. Rolly Mouchaty, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman reiterated the recommendation by the City. Ms. Mouchaty submitted a receipt for the previously paid administrative fees. She explained the challenges with permitting and previous contractor. She added that they have been proactive in addressing issues. Ms. Zalman recommended a reduction to 12%, which would be $2,952 total. The City had no objection. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $2,952 for Case No. 22- 2391, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. The administrative fees were paid. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 22-2397 2107 SE 3RD ST LLC Property Address: 2109 SE 3RD ST Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 2A2 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on October 7, 2022. The original Magistrate hearing date was January 18, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on November 22, 2022. The fine certification hearing was on April 19, 2022, and no one appeared. Service by posting on April 19, 2023. The compliance date was February 6, 2023, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $150 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on July 27, 2023, and the violations have complied. There 18 have been 170 days of non-compliance at $150/day for a total amount of $25,500 plus the $384.12 administrative fees fora total of $25,884.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $3,825, plus $384.12 administrative fees. Mr. Giovanni Mesa, on behalf of the respondent, was present. He confirmed it was an investment property. Ms. Zalman reiterated the recommendation by the City. Mr. Mesa appreciated the reduction but explained some additional mitigating factors. He explained that his client was working with the City on the issues in December 2022. He added that an inspection was conducted at the property on January 19, 2023, to further address the outstanding issues. He said his client applied for a certificate of use and business tax receipt on December 19, 2022. He noted the unpermitted air conditioning issue also complied prior to the 2022 Special Magistrate hearing. He said his client spent close to $20,000 total on the property. Ms. Zalman asked if the $20,000 includes property repairs. Mr. Mesa affirmed. Mr. Mesa stated the owner hoped to see a reduction closer to $1 ,500. Officer Hart confirmed he spoke extensively with the owner about the lien reduction process but cannot address any previous communication with Mr. Glenn Wexler. Mr. Mesa submitted email communications with the City and Glen Wexler to Ms. Zalman. Ms. Zalman said will reduce to 10% plus administrative fees. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $2,550 for Case No. 22- 2397, plus $384.12 administrative fees, for a total of $2,934.12, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 23-0593 SOACES LLC Property Address: 2303 S FEDERAL HWY UNIT 8 Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 INCLUSIVE Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on February 23, 2023. The original Magistrate hearing date was May 17, 2023, and a representative appeared. Service by certified mail on April 15, 2023. The fine certification hearing was on September 20, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on August 15, 2023. The compliance date was August 5, 2023, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $100 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The 19 property was last inspected on August 10, 2023, and the violations have complied. There have been 4 days of non-compliance at $100/day for a total amount of $400. The administrative fees have been paid. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending $400. The administrative fees have been paid. Ms. Sheila Yesinovsky, on behalf of the respondent, was present. She said she paid $200 for the lien reduction application. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $200 for Case No. 23- 0593, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. Lien Reduction Hearing Case No. 23-1164 ACADEMY HOLDINGS LLC Property Address: 2309 S FEDERAL HWY UNIT 18 Property Violation(s): CO CH 13 SEC 13-16 CO CH 13 SEC 13-7 LDR CH 2 ART 4 SEC 3A2 Officer Patrick Hart, Community Standards Supervisor, presented this case. The notice of violation occurred on April 10, 2023. The original Magistrate hearing date was November 145, 2023, and no one appeared. Service by certified mail on October 19, 2023. The fine certification hearing was on January 17, 2024, and no one appeared. Service by posting on January 3, 2024. The compliance date was December 19, 2023, and the fine proposed by the Magistrate was $100 per day, plus $384.12 administrative fees. The property was last inspected on February 23, 2024, and the violations have complied. There have been 65 days of non-compliance at $100/day for a total amount of $6,500 plus the $384.12 administrative fees for a total of$6,884.12. Officer Hart stated the City is recommending a reduction to $975 plus $384.12 administrative fees. Ms. Sheila Yesinovsky, on behalf of the respondent, was present. Ms. Zalman reiterated the recommendation by the City but noted she is amenable to reducing it to $1,034.12 total. Ms. Yesinovsky agreed. Decision Due to evidence and testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $1,034.12 for Case No. 23-1164, which includes administrative fees, payable within 90 days or the fine will revert to the original amount. 20 [Minutes prepared by T. Baclawski, Prototype-Inc.] 23