Minutes 03-21-01MINUTES OF THE CODE COMPLIANCE BOARD MEETING HELD IN
COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2001 AT 7:00 P.M.
PRESENT
Christopher DeLiso, Chair
Patti Hammer, Vice Chair
Robed Foot
Dick Lambed
James Miriana
Enrico Rossi
Sarah Williams
Dee Zibelli, Alternate
Thomas Walsh, Alternate
Nicholas Igwe, Assistant
City Attorney
Scott Blasie, Code Compliance
Administrator
Inspectors: Coudney Cain
Luney Guillaume
Vestiguerne Pierre
Ski p Lewis
Mike Melillo
Pete Roy
Willie Webb
Rich Laverdure
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman DeLiso called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21, 2001 MEETING
Chairman DeLiso called for a motion to approve the minutes of the February 21, 2001
meeting.
Motion
Mr. Lambed moved to mo'zed to approve the minutes of the February 21, 2001 meeting
as written. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mr. Blasie stated there were deletions to the Agenda as follows:
A. Page 3 (Case No. 00-2111) Executive Est. of Boynton (removed)
B. Page 8 (Case No. 01-83) Fontana Plaza Ltd. (complied)
C. Page 10 (Case No. 01-307) Evelyn Velez (removed)
D. Page 12 (Case No. 00-3515) E. G. & Addie Harvey (complied)
E. Page 13 (Case No. 00-3551) James Stupp (removed)
F, Page 21 (Case No. 01-119) Kenneth Cochran (removed)
G, Page 29 (Case No. 01-33) Jean Dirogene (complied)
H. Page 43 (Case No. 01-226) Kathleen Ambridge (complied)
I. Page 60 (Case No. 00-3216) Jean Messeroux (removed)
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Motion
Mr. Foot moved to accept the agenda as amended. Mr. Lambert seconded the motion
that carried 7-0.
III. SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES AND INTRODUCTION
Chairman DeLiso requested that Mr. Blasie call the roll. Mr. Blasie asked all persons
who were present to state they were "here" when their name was called.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
Chairman DeLiso stated that this Board follows Florida State Statutes and is a
quasi-judicial Board. Anyone who would be testifying before the Board must be
sworn in. There is a plea system in place and when taking the podium a person
should state their name and address. If you feel that a violation does exist on
your property, but you need more time for compliance, the Board usually grants
the requested time. At that time, you should plead "no contest" and state how
much time you need. However, if you feel that a violation does not exist on your
property, you can plead "not guilty". In that instance, the City will put on their
case and you will'put on your case. The Board will then make a determination if in
fact a violation does exist on the property. If a violation does exist, you will be
given a reasonable amount of time to bring the property into compliance. Once
the property complies, you do not need to reappear before this Board. If,
however, the property does not comply within the requested time, you would have
to reappear before the Board for a fine certification.
Chairman DeLiso requested that the Recording Secretary administer the oath to all
persons who would be testifying at the meeting.
Mr. Scott Blasie remarked that he had deleted page 60, Case No. 00-3216, from the
Agenda and asked to be allowed to put it back on the Agenda.
Motion
Mr. Foot moved to add page 60, Case No. 00-3216, back on the Agenda for this
meeting. Mr. Lambert seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
A. CASES TO BE HEARD
Case #01-118
Property Address:
Violations:
Linda M. Veltre
2618 S.W. 5th Street
SBC 1997 Edition 104.1.1 and 105.6;
Permit when required and required
Inspections; Enclosed porch without
permits or ins pections.
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Inspector Roy reported that this property was originally cited on January 23, 2001 for
violations of the Standard Building Code. The complaint was generated by an
anonymous phone call and service was by posting. The property owner of record, Ms.
Linda Veltre, was present.
Linda Veltre, 2618 S.W. 5th Street, pled no contest and testified that she did not know
she could not enclose her porch without a permit. Ms. Veltre asked for 90 days to obtain
the permit.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-118, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Ms. Linda
Veltre is in violation of the Standard Building Code 1997 Edition, Sections 104.1.1 and
105.6 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondent correct the violations on or before June 18, 2001. If the Respondent does
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2716
Property Address:
Violations:
Walter A. Mangandid
2401 N.E. 4th St.
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1B and (E).2B
Maintenance exterior of building, take down or
replace fence; replace roof
Inspector Cain stated that the property was originally cited on October 11, 2000 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. The fence was dilapidated and needed
to be taken down or replaced. The roof part of the violation has complied. The property
owner of record is Walter Mangandid and he was present. The violation was discovered
by a routine inspection of the neighborhood. Service was accomplished by certified
mail. The City recommended thirty days.
Walter Mangandid, 2401 N.E. 4th Street, pled no contest and asked for thirty days to fix
the fence.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2716, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr.
Walter Mangandid is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120 (D).IB of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert Respondent does not comply with this Order,
a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The
Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance
Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order.
Mr. Miriana seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
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Case #00-3371
Pro perry Address:
Violations:
Edward & Jacqueline Berrio
2626 N.E. 3rd Court
SBC 1997 Edition '104.1.1, permit required to
enclose rear room on house
Inspector Cain reported that this property was originally cited on December 4, 2000 for
violation of the Standard Building Code. The citation was initiated by a neighborhood
complaint. Service was by certified mail. The City recommended 30 days. He stated
that a number of neighbors had been calling and complaining about this.
Edward Berrio, 2626 N.E. 3rd Court, pled no contest and asked for sixty days to get the
room torn down. He stated he had to find someone to help him tear down the structure,
including the bathroom, and clear the material from the site.
Inspector Cain distributed pictures for the Board's review. In response to a question
from Ms. Zibelli, Inspector Cain stated that the case had been granted 30 days back in
December to get into compliance. The Respondent had made an honest attempt to
keep the place; however, after a couple of contractors looked at it, they decided it was
not worth the effort of trying to get it permitted. Too many things needed to be repaired
or changed.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3371, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr.
Edward Berrio is in violation of Standard Building Code, 1997 Edition, 104.1.1 of the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent
correct the violation on or before May 3, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with
this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with
this Order. Mr. Rossi seconded the motion.
Mr. Lambert amended his motion to change May 3 to May 1, 2001. Vice Chair Hammer
seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #0'1-44
Property Address:
Violations:
Barrie & Linda Mizerski
106 S. Atlantic Drive
Chapter '15, Article IX-'15-'120(D).lnc;
remove or register all unregistered
vehicles.
Inspector Laverdure reported that this property had originally been cited on January 5,
2001 for violation of the Community Appearance Code. The violation was discovered
through routine inspection and service was by hand carry. The City recommended 60
days.
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Linda Mizerski, 106 S, Atlantic Drive, pled no contest and asked for sixty days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-44, Ms. Williams moved
that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Barde and Linda
Mizerski are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. of the Boynton Beach
Code of Ordinances. Ms. Williams moved to order that the Respondents correct the
violations on or before May 15, 2001. If the Respondents. do not comply with this Order,
a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The
Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance
Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order,
Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2880
Property Address:
Violations:
Michael Bornstein
724 N. Federal Highway
Part 3, Land Development Regulations,
Chapter 23, Article I1. O.; Chapter 7.5,
Article 2, Section 5.D.E irrigation,
Section 5.B Landscaping Perimeter;
Chapter 23, Article I1. L, Parking Stalls to
be delineated by double line. Painted
stripes where parking stalls abut each
other; NEC 110-26, 1999 Edition,
Clearance of 3 ft in front of panel box at
all times; SBC 104-1-1, 1997 Edition, T-
111 Plywood enclosure not permitted.
Inspector Webb reported that this property had originally been cited on October 27,
2000. The violations were discovered by routine inspection. Service had been by
posting. Some of the violations were contained in memorandums of Marshall Souther
from the Building Department and Jose Alfaro, Planner.
Michael Bornstein pled no contest to some of the violations and not guilty to others. He
mentioned "permanent landscaping missing along the south and east property lines". He
stated it was hardtop, and that there had never been any landscaping and he did not
know what was meant by this.
Inspector Webb said that this comment had come from Jose Alfaro in Planning who was
not present at this meeting.
Mr. Bornstein stated that there was a separate fence between their property and Holiday
House that was owned by a utility company. They mow it but do not own it. He believed
this may have been a source of some confusion.
Mr. Blasie said that for the purposes of this meeting, the City only wanted to pursue the
un permitted , enclosed part of the building.
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Assistant City Attorney Igwe asked what would happen to the rest of the violations?
Would they be dropped? He said they had to be disposed of somehow.
Chairman DeLiso suggested tabling the case since the entire staff was not present.
Motion
Mr. Lambed moved to table Case 00-2880 until the Code Compliance Board meeting of
April 18, 2001. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Chairman DeLiso advised Mr. Bornstein that he would be getting a letter inviting him to
the next meeting and that the Planning and Building Departments would be present to
answer questions on the case.
Case #01-121
Property Address:
Violations:
Robert & Bernadette McClure
1258 N.W. 13th Avenue
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition,
104.1.1, Permit needed for canopy
Inspector Webb reported that this citation was originally issued on January 23, 2001.
The violation was discovered through a complaint from the homeowner's association.
Service was by certified mail.
Robert McClure, 1258 N.W. 13th Avenue, pled not guilty. At this point he turned his
case over to his father-in-law, Stanley Cale. Mr. Cale shared some pictures of the
canopy and house with the Board. He stated that the problem was that the canopy
needed a permit and they were not able to get a permit because the City did not have
permits for cane pies.
Chairman DeLiso said they probably couldn't get a permit due to variances being
involved. He also said that they probably couldn't prove hardship because the canopy
was for a boat.
Stanley Cale, 1092 S.W. 25th Avenue, stated that he did not know if variances were a
factor or not. He stated that the Code that was cited said "permit application when
required". In reading the Code section it seemed to refer to a permanent structure and
in the latter part of the section, it stated "Exceptions": Ordinary, minor repairs,
installations or replacements may be made with the approval of the Building Officia
without a permit. Installations shall be done in accordance with manufacturer's
specifications, not in conflict with this or technical Codes". Yes, they did understand that
this was a structure. It was a purchased structure to protect property and it was a very
portable and replaceable structure, which could be dismantled in a very few moments in
case of tornado warnings, hurricane warnings, or high winds. Mr. Cale had talked to
some Code Compliance officers about this and they told him that there was no City
ordinance for this type of structure at this particular time. He stated that his son-in-law
had gone to the Building Department for several permits and got them. They were told
this structure did not require a permit. How can they get a permit if it is not required?
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This was never brought up. Once they received the notice, Mr. Cale's daughter was
about to have a child and he appreciated the City allowing the case to be tabled.
Mr. Cale stated it was their contention that the canopy was a portable structure under
104.1.1 that could be moved, taken down and reconstructed somewhere else, but it was
not permanent.
Mr. Cale mentioned the large, permanent canopy at the Credit Union and it was his
understanding that this needed a permit. He said many people had purchased canopies
to protect their boats or vehicles from the ultraviolet rays of the sun that would damage
the gelcoat on a boat, causing it to crack and fade.
If it turns out that it does require a permit, his son-in-law and daughter would apply for
one.
Vice Chair Hammer asked if there were other people in their neighborhood that had
canopies and Mr. Cale responded that there were, but they had them in the back of their
houses next to the waterfront for their boats.
Mr. Lambert asked Mr. Blasie to state the City's understanding of the matter. Mr. Blasie
asked Mr. Cale where he had found a reference to a canopy being a "portable structure"
in the Code. Mr. Cale responded that it was on page 7 where it said "Exceptions" and
that at the bottom of the page it said "Mechanical permits may not be required for any
portable structure .... ". Mr. Blasie said that was mechanical and Mr. Cale said that the
whole thing dealt with mechanical. Mr. Cale stated that in the first part of 104.1.1 it
referred to a permanent structure, adding on, occupancy, creating, constructing or
erecting any additional structure to this.
Mr. Blasie"said that the comment made earlier that a person could not get a permit for a
canopy was not entirely true. The canopy that Mr. McClure has cannot~be permitted, but
the City does not say you cannot permit canopies. There are certain requirements that
need to be met and if those can be met, it can be permitted. Commercial establishments
certainly get canopies permitted as part of their Site Plan approval process and Main
Street Car Wash would be a good example. They need to stay focused on residential
for purposes of this case. He called the Building Official on the matter and the Code
Section 104.1.1 very clearly states: "Any owner or authorized agent or contractor who
desires to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of
a building or structure or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, move, convert, or replace
any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated
by the technical code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application
to the Building Official and obtain a required permit for the work." Mr. Blasie stated that
this was saying that if you want to put up a structure, you make application to the
Building Official. He referenced Chapter 2 of the 1997 Standard Building Code
definitions: "structure" - that which is built or constructed. This means anything from the
ground up or down needs a permit application unless otherwise exempted by the Codes.
Chapter 1606.1 of the 1997 Standard Building Codes addresses wind loads. For
obvious reasons, here in South Florida we need to be concerned about wind loads. Also
in the Land Development Regulations, structures and setbacks are discussed. Every
piece of property has setbacks that regulate where structures can be placed.
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Unfortunately, boat or car canopies are usually in front of the house and most houses
are built with a minimum setback or on the side of the house. In the McClure's case, it
encroaches on the side yard setback; therefore, it is a zoning situation. There are some
other intangibles that go along with this. The McClure's canopy happens to be a fine-
looking canopy. If the City would try to permit these they would have to re-write their
zoning ordinances first. There is also the issue of what is a good canopy and what is a
bad one. As fine as the McClure's canopy was, he was sure there were canopies out
there that would not be as nice and a person would not want to live next door to them.
Mr. Blasie said there are no exemptions. Mr. Cale said a building permit may not be
required in the "Exceptions" part of the Code. The "Exceptions" part of the Code leaves
discretion up the Building Official based on certain criteria. One of the criteria is that it
cannot violate any other Codes. If they allowed this particular canopy it would violate the
zoning ordinance as far as setbacks. If Mr. McClure were to try to permit it within
setbacks, Mr. McClure would have to supply the Building Department with wind oad
calculations and product approval for the frame. Mr. Johnson, the Building Official, did
provide Mr. McClure with a potential loophole to this and an alternative method that
would get around the Building Code. This alternative would be to attach the canopy to
their trailer. It is not in the ground. He talked to Mr. Johnson about that and if it is on or
in the ground, it is a Building issue, otherwise it is not.
Ms. Zibelli asked if the City was going to be in concert with the homeowner's
association? Mr. Blasie said that typically, homeowner's associations were more
restrictive than the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Regardless of whether people
are in homeowner's associations or not, the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances applies.
Assistant Attorney Igwe said that if there was a conflict with other requirements, the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances would supersede it.
Mr. Lambed thought that the violation was not getting a permit. He believed the Board
was to determine whether or not they needed to get a permit.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-121, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact, and as a conclusion of law, that Robert
and Bernadette McClure are in violation of the Standard Building Code 1997 Edition
104.1.1 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondents correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondents do
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Mr. Cale was concerned that the discussion had ended too soon. Mr. Lambert said that
this Board did not have the authority to grant variances for canopies. Mr. Cale stated
that the Code Compliance Department had issued a citation under a specific Code. The
violation under which it was written did not fit the criteria for that Code. Chairman
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DeLiso stated that the citation had been for not having a permit. Mr. Cale stated,
"Where does it say canopy"? The Board responded that it was a structure.
Assistant Attorney Igwe said that the McClure's could appeal to the Circuit Court.
Case #00-3400
Property Address:
Violations:
Gregory Sponburgh
2132 N.E. 3rd St.
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc.;
remove all trash and debris, deweed and
define driveway apron; repair fence, and
put grass in bare spots.
Inspector Melillo reported that this property was originally cited on December 6, 2000 for
violation of the Community Appearance Code. He stated that ,the grass was not going to
be part of this violation as they were in drought conditions. The violation was found by
routine inspection of the neighborhood. Service was accomplished by certified mail.
Gregory Sponburgh, 2132 N.E. 3rd Street, pled no contest and asked for 30 days.
Mr. Lambert asked the Code Compliance Department for direction in the handling of
grass citations during the drought. Inspector Melillo stated that they were not going to
pursue violations that occurred after November, 2000, when the drought first began.
The ones that were cited before November would be pursued as usual. Mr. Rossi asked
if the cases would be reactivated after the drought? Chairman DeLiso said no, they
would have to be dropped and re-cited at another time. Inspector Melillo stated that they
would close that part of the case and go back at a later time to cite them for grass.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3400, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Gregory
Sponburgh was in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct the
violations on or before April 16, 2001, with the exception of the grass. If the Respondent
does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the
property to verify compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that
carried 7-0.
Case #00-002
Property Address:
Violation:
Jennie Daniels
407 N.W. 16th Avenue
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).l A;
Remove all loose trash, debris and old
furniture
Inspector Melillo reported that this property was originally cited on January 3, 2001 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. It was discovered through routine
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inspection and service was by posting. The City recommended 15 days to remove the
trash, debris, and old furniture. The owner of record was present.
Jennie Daniels, 407 N.W. 16th Avenue, pled not guilty. Inspector Melillo showed Ms.
Daniels some pictures and asked her if they were of her house and she responded that
they were, Inspector Melillo then distributed the pictures to the Board for their review.
Ms. Daniels asked what she was being charged with? Vice Chair Hammer stated that it
was for loose trash, debris, and old furniture. Ms. Daniels said that some of the things
had already been moved. She also stated that this was her livelihood. She had been
trying to get a shed since she had been in the house and could not get a permit.
Inspector Melillo asked Ms. Daniels if she was running a business at her house?
Inspector Melillo mentioned that her back yard was full of furniture and bicycles and
other things. Ms. Daniels said it was not supposed to be there forever and it was not
there forever. She said it belonged to her daughter and she planned to come and get it.
Vice Chair Hammer asked when she was going to come and get it? Ms. Daniels said
"when they could find a truck to deliver it". She said she worked seven days a week and
had other things to worry about instead of what was in her yard. Ms. Daniels did not
consider the aforesaid items as debris. Ms. Williams asked if the furniture was
unprotected and out in the open. Ms. Daniels said "Where else am I going to put it?"
She wanted to have a shed to put the things in but the City did not give her a permit.
Vice Chair Hammer asked why she did not get a permit? Ms. Daniels stated that this is
what she was told by the City.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-02, Mr. Lambert moved
that this Board find, as a matter of fact, and as a conclusion of law, that Jennie Daniels
was in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1A of the Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct the violations on
or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the
amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent
is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to
arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Miriana
seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2325
Property Address:
Violations:
BobKatz Pro perties, Inc.
120 S.E. 3"d St.
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D) 1 Inc.
Rental license required for the property.
Yard area needs to be mowed and de-
weeded; sod needed in dead areas;
Inoperative autos need to be removed
from the property as well as outdoor
stored items; Section 13-16 of the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances,
Occupational license required.
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Inspector Lewis reported that the property had originally been cited on September 12,
2000 and was being brought before the Board for violations of the Community
Appearance Code and an occupational license requirement. The property owner of
record, Bob Katz, was present.
Bob Katz, 306 S.E. 1st Avenue, pled no contest for violation of the Community
Appearance issue and not guilty to the occupational license required. He said that this
property was leased and as such, there was a possible conveyance of title, and it may
not be subject to the occupational license requirement. When title is conveyed through
leased property, the occupational license requirement for rental property does not apply.
Chairman DeLiso asked Mr. Blasie to comment on that. Mr. Blasie had not heard all of
Mr. Katz's comment. Mr. Katz stated that if he could have another thirty days his
attorney could be present. He reiterated that as his attorney described the situation to
him, the lease had been set up as a conveyance of title and was, therefore, not subject
to occupational license requirements. Mr. Blasie asked when the people in the building
took title? Mr. Katz stated upon signing the lease. Assistant City Attorney Igwe asked
the length of the leasehold? Mr. Katz stated it was one year. Assistant City Attorney
Igwe asked if the lessor paid money and Mr. Katz stated that they did. Assistant City
Attorney Igwe asked Mr. Blasie to read him the language of the Code.
Mr. Blasie read from the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances, Chapter 13, Article I,
Section 13-4 entitled Classification and Fee Schedule. The classification number is
6514 and is called Rental Property Four Units or Less Including Single Family
Residential Rentals. It describes a licensing procedure1 The first paragraph states:
"Every rental unit used for residential living purposes in the City must be licensed". This
includes rental property four units or less, including single family residential rentals,
condominiums, and mobile homes.
Mr. Lambert asked if the person leasing the property was leasing it with an option to
buy? Mr. Katz stated that there was no option to purchase. He said it was a lease that
conveyed title during the leased period.
Assistant Attorney Igwe said that he understood that when Mr. Katz leased the property
to his tenant, his tenant had the title to the property for one year. Mr. Katz affirmed this
was so. Assistant Attorney Igwe said that he was still being paid for the lease so he did
not see any distinction between this arrangement and an ordinary rental. Mr. Katz
stated that this is what he had been told by his attorney.
Mr. Lambert asked Mr. Katz if he could clear everything up in 30 days? Mr. Katz said he
had finished just about everything else and that he needed to get clarification on the title
issue.
Mr. Blasie said that Mr. Katz had applied for a rental license on this property and another
one to be heard tonight at 114 S.E. 3rd Street, but that he had not passed the required
inspections. Mr. Katz stated he was aware that the house at 120 S.E. 3rd Street required
some work.
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In the discussion that ensued, it seemed that the other property, 114 S.E. 3rd Street,
could be in compliance in 30 days but that this property, 120 S.E. 3r~ Street, would need
a lot more time.
In the discussion about the property at 120 S.E. 3rd Street, Mr. Katz said that it had been
done about twenty years ago as a multiple dwelling and it was only showing as a single
family and there was an extra unit there, a bootleg. Mr. Katz said the people had to be
vacated from one side and this would take time.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2325, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that BobKatz
Properties, Inc. is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1 Inclusive and Section
13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondent correct the violations on or before July 16, 2001. If the Respondent does
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2326
Property Address:
Violations:
BobKatz Properties, Inc.
114 S.E. 3rd Street
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D)1
Inclusive; sod needed in dead areas of
Yard; mow and trim overgrown yard
area; remove trash and debris and
outdoor stored items. Section 13-16
of the Boynton Beach Code
of Ordinances, Occupational License
Required.
Inspector Lewis stated that this case had been cited September 12, 2000 for violations
of the Community Appearance Code and for Occupational License Required. He stated
that the property looked pretty good but final inspections had to be passed. He said he
needed to go in and check the smoke detectors.
Mr. Katz stated that the work had been done.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2326, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that BobKatz
Properties, Inc. is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1 Inclusive and Section
13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25,00 per day plus administrative
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costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Miriana seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Mr. Lambert said that the issue of lease/ownership/rental properties/occupational
licenses came up quite frequently and he stated it should be researched. Assistant City
Attorney Igwe stated that he would look into it.
Case #01-193
Property Address:
Violations:
John C. Schneider
416 W. Boynton Beach Boulevard
Chapter 10, Article II, Section 10-24,
Inclusive; uncontainerized refuse; and
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(E)2B repair
or replace roof; remove bulk trash;
Remove inoperable vehicles from
property.
Inspector Lewis reported that the property was initially cited on January 30, 2001 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. He stated that Section (E2B) was now
in compliance. The bulk trash needs to be removed and inoperable autos need to be
removed from the property. These were the only violations left. The property owner was
present.
John Schneider stated that the Notice of Violation was served on him on March 14, one
Week previously. He talked with Skip Lewis the next day and informed him that they
were making repairs on the roof that have been done. We talked about collection of
trash that had been next to the dumpster. That was removed and taken away. He
thought Inspector Lewis was referring to somebody who had stored building materials on
the west end of the building consisting of some doors and some pipes and so forth. That
was new but he would be able to take care of that pretty quickly. The third item related
to automobiles. The autos that were on the premises at the time the violation occurred
and as recently as one week ago were gone. They have posted the property so that
they will be towed when they are tagged by the City. The problem is that within the last
two or three weeks there were about five different vehicles which have been parked
there. The residents in the twelve units do not own five vehicles. Somebody is driving
vehicles there and leaving them there and walking away. The other vehicles were
already towed away since the previous Wednesday. Mr. Schneider asked for 30 days in
which to take care of removing the materials at the side of the building.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-193, Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that John
Schneider is in violation of Chapter 110 Article II 10-24 Inclusive and Chapter 15, Article
IX-15-120 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Ms. Williams moved to order that
the Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent
does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the
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City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the
property to verify compliance with this Order. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion
that carried 7-0.
Case #01-281
Property Address:
Violations:
Jeffrey & Nelva Alvarado
405 W. Ocean Avenue
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition,
104.1.1 and 105.6, Secure correct
building permit and final inspection
for the new electrical service change.
Concrete block stem walls and
foundation footers require proper
building permits or all materials should
be removed. New windows that were
installed required an additional permit.
Inspector Lewis reported that this property was originally cited on February 8, 2001 for
violations of the Standard Building Code.
Jeffrey Alvarado, 405 W. Ocean Avenue was undecided whether to plead no contest
or not guilty. He said he ordered material for the slab one year ago. Then he got the
blueprints and everything was approved. He got the first violation on July 11, 2000
because of a wall but he removed it. Mr. AIvarado asked if everything was all right and
Inspector Lewis stated he had not had the proper inspections. The footers in the stem
wall were not done according to the plan. He got a permit for a 4" slab and the Building
Inspector red-tagged it. They never gave him any inspections and nothing has been
passed by the Building Department for the slab. Additional violations were added and
this was a new case.
Mr. Alvarado said at the first warning he fixed the problems. The second warning was
about the foundation around the slab. He did not say anything about the windows or
electricity. The NC company did not want to install an NC until he put in a new panel
because it was an old house. He got and paid for a permit but it was three years ago
and he had lost it. He would have a copy of a check from the bank but they said it would
take 25 days to prove he paid for a permit for an electric panel. Chairman DeLiso said
that his permits were outdated and he agreed that they were. He told Mr. AIvarado he
would have to apply for new permits. Mr. Alvarado said he got the final inspection and
everything at the time on the electric panel. The problem was that Mr. Lewis was saying
they could not find anything in the computer about it. Chairman DeLiso asked if Mr.
AIvarado had anything in his possession that would prove that the City had approved his
electrical panel? Mr. AIvarado said he would try to get something.
Chairman DeLiso asked Inspector Lewis why he went out three years later? Inspector
Lewis replied that this was not three years later, it was for the slab. Chairman DeLiso
asked about the electrical panel? Inspector Lewis said he cited that when he was
checking something else when he noted that new service had been done within the last
two years. What Mr. Alvarado is saying is that he got a permit for the electrical panel for
the air conditioning. That was finalled on the other side of the house. He also had to
show it to FPL before they would finish their work.
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Mr. AIvarado stopped at the Building Department a week ago and he showed the
violation and was told that the only problem at the moment was the foundation slab so
that is why he was confused. No one said anything about the windows. Chairman
DeLiso asked if he had gotten permits when he put the windows in? Mr. AIvarado said
they were not new windows and that they had been there when he bought the house.
Inspector Lewis said he had been working in the area for three years and had pictures of
the new windows that were pull-up windows. There were awnings and jalousies there
before. Chairman DeLiso asked Mr. Alvarado if he had changed out the windows and
he stated he had not. He said the only thing he had done was put plywood around the
edge when he put up hurricane shutters.
Mr. Lambert asked if FPL usually came out to disconnect the mains and re-hook up a
new service panel? Mr. Blasie replied that they just did from the pole to the can. Mr.
Alvarado said that before they installed the wire they wanted to see the permit and he
showed it to them.
Chairman DeLiso said that from the windows it looked like he put new windows in. Mr.
AIvarado said he had only put in the edge around the windows.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-281, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Jeffrey
AIvarado is in violation of Standard Building Code 1997 Edition 104.1.1 and 105.6 of the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent
correct the violations on or before May 16, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with
this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with
this Order. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
A. LIEN PENALTY CERTIFICATION (TABLED)
Case #00-1723
Bernard Macon Jr.
50 N.W.27th Court
Inspector Guillaume reported that the notice of violation in this case was July 19, 2000
for Community Appearance Code violations. A Code Compliance Board hearing date
was set for October 18, 2000 and the Respondent did not appear. A compliance date of
DeCember 18, 2000 and a proposed fine of $25.00 a day were set by the Board. The
property complied on March 15, 2001 for a total of 86 days of non-compliance. The City
recommended no fine. The property owner, Bernard Macon, Jr., was present.
Chairman DeLiso stated that this had been the case where they had to determine the
property line.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-1723, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondent, Bernard Macon, Jr.,
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was in violation of Code Sections Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D) 1 Inclusive,
subsequent to the date of compliance specified in this Board's Order of October 18,
2000. Mr. Lambert moved that this Board find that the Respondent failed to comply with
this Board's Order, and that this Board impose and certify no fine in this case. Ms.
Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-1844
Brian Fitzpatrick
18 N.W. 25th Street
Delray Beach, FI
3091 Ocean Pkwy.
Inspector Guillaume reported that this case had originally been cited on July 26, 2000 for
Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances, Occupational License
Required. A Code Compliance Board hearing was held on November 15, 2000 and the
Respondent did appear. A compliance date and proposed fine were set by the Board of
January 15, 2001 or $25.00 a day. The property has not complied to date for a total of
65 days of non-compliance.
Brian Fitzpatrick, 3091 Ocean Parkway, stated he painted the exterior of his house.
He said the house had been in compliance with the paint that was on it but he thought it
needed a new paint job. Chairman DeLiso asked Mr. Fitzpatrick why he did not have an
occupational license? He said he had some things to finish inside and would have
finished them except he had an accident and separated his shoulder. He asked them to
table it until he could come back and be in compliance.
Chairman DeLiso said he would go along with 30 days but if the case came back the
following month, he believed the Board needed to certify it.
Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No.00-1844 until the Code Compliance Board meeting
to be held on April 18, 2001 for 30 days. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried
7-0.
B. LIEN PENALTY CERTIFICATIONS
Case #00-1862
Brian Fitzpatrick
18 N.W. 25th St.
Delray Beach, FI 33444
270 N.E. 28th Court
Inspector Guillaume reported that this property had originally been cited on July 26,
2000 for violation of Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. A Code
Compliance Board hearing was held on November 15, 2000 and the Respondent did
appear. A compliance date and proposed fine were set by the Board of January 15,
2001 or $25.00 per day. The property had not yet complied for a total of 65 days to date
of non-compliance.
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Motion
Mr. Lambert made a motion to table Case No. 00-1862 until the Code Compliance Board
meeting to be held on April 18, 2001. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that
carried 7-0.
Case #00-2183
Shelter Solutions, Inc.
70 Whitlock Place
Marietta, Ga. 30064
404 N.W. 7th Court
Inspector Webb reported that this case had been cited originally on August 31, 2000 for
violation of the Community Appearance Code. A Code Compliance Board hearing was
held on November 15, 2000 and the Respondent did appear. A compliance date and
proposed fine were set by Board of December 18, 2000 or $25.00 per day. The property
complied on March 21, 2001 for a total of 91 days of non-compliance. The City
recommended no fine.
Daniel Fuchs, 404 N.W. 7th Court, stated he had been to every meeting and he
thanked the Board for their patience.
Chairman DeLiso asked Mr. Fuchs if he had ever appeared before this Board before?
Mr. Fuchs replied that he had not.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2183, Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondent, Shelter Solutions,
Inc., was in violation of Code Sections Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(B) 1 subsequent to
the date of compliance specified in this Board's Order of November 15, 2000. Ms.
Williams moved that this Board find that the Respondent failed to comply with this
Board's Order, and that this Board impose and certify no fine in this case. Mr. Lambert
seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-1510
Veronica Motiram
1609 S. Congress Avenue
Inspector Roy asked that this case be postponed until the June meeting of the Code
Compliance Board.
Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No. 00-1510 until the June 20, 2001 meeting of the
Code Compliance Board. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
Case #00-3222
David Dennis
1314 S. Seacrest Blvd.
Inspector Lewis reported that the notice of violation date was November 14, 2000 for
Code Section Standard Building Code 1997 Edition 104.1.1 and Section 13-16 of the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. A Code Compliance Board hearing was held on
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January 17, 2001 and the Respondent did appear. A compliance date and proposed
fine were set by Board of February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The property has not
yet complied for a total of 30 days of non-compliance to date. The City recommends
tabling this for 30 days.
Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No. 00-3222 until the April 18, 2001 meeting of the
Code Compliance Board. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-1109
Phoenix Real Estate Inv. Grp.
907 N. Federal Hwy.
Mr. Blasie stated that this was one of several Board Orders issued at the same time on
the same property. Mr. Blasie reported that this property was originally cited on May 3,
2000 for violations of Section 10-3 and Section 13-15 of the Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. A Code Compliance Board meeting was held on August 16, 1000 and
Respondent did appear. A compliance date and proposed fine set by Board of August
28, 2000 or $100 per day. The property complied on September 6, 2000 for 8 days of
non-compliance. This is one of several Board orders and in this case, the City
recommends no fine.
Mr. Blasie recommended hearing all the Board Orders on this property before making a
motion.
The second Board Order was for violations of the Standard Building Code and Land
Development Regulations of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Respondent
appeared at the August 16, 2000 Board hearing. A compliance date and proposed fine
was set by Board of November 13, 2000 or $100 per day. The property has not
complied as yet for 128 days of non-compliance. The Respondent has retained the
services of an architect, Mr. Beasley, who was at the original hearing and is here again
tonight. They have made some strides to comply but are not in compliance yet. They
have obtained some permits and gotten inspections for some of the work but some of
the other work needs to have plans drawn up and submitted and permits issued and that
has not been done yet. The plans may have been done but he did not believe permits
had been issued on the plans. There are various stages of progress in the case.
Mr. Lambert asked what direction all this was taking? Assistant City Attorney Igwe
stated that he had spoken to Quintus Greene and this case was complicated. There
were issues dealing with foreclosure, issues dealing with refinancing, issues dealing with
lack of an occupational license and so forth. Mr. Greene asked Assistant City Attorney
Igwe to plead with the Board to allow the Respondent an opportunity to straighten out
some of these administrative difficulties so that the Respondent could get a mortgage.
Assistant Attorney Igwe suggested that the Board table the issue for sixty days.
The architect, Mr. Dave Beasley, 623 N. Railroad Avenue, said that he had spoken to
Mr. Greene today. They had an occupational license and Respondent went to get it
renewed and the withholding of that occupational license had messed up a refinancing
effort which was needed to do the work to comply with the Board's Orders.
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Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No. 00-1109 until the May 16, 2001 meeting of the
Code Compliance Board. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that passed 7-0.
Case #00-1164
Phoenix Real Estate Inv. Grp. 907 N. Federal Highway
After a brief discussion, the following motion was made.
Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No. 00-1164 until the May 16, 2001 meeting of the
Code Compliance Board. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that passed 7-0.
A. CASES TO BE HEARD
Case #00-2489
Property Address:
Violations:
Angella & Philbert King
608 N.E. 2"d Street
Part 3, Land Development Regulations,
Chapter 2, Section 6.B.5; Part 3, LDR,
Chapter 20-VlII.Sec2.A., 2.B, 2.D, and
2.H.; SFPC 1991 603.2; Section 13-16 of
the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances
1) unpermitted external storage not
permitted in residential zone; 2) building
needs to be watertight, weatherproof,
and rodent proof; 3) bathroom walls
have holes, cracks; 4) electrical fixtures
switches need GFI plugs; 5) smoke
detectors should be operable;
occupational license required.
Inspector Pierre reported that this property had originally been cited on September 27,
2000 for a rental occupational license and exterior storage violations. It was discovered
through routine inspection and the owner of record was present. Inspector Pierre stated
that he had spoken with Respondent and that the remaining items were very minor.
Angella King, 3035 Grove Road, pled no contest and asked for 30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2489, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Angella &
Philbert King are in violation of Part 3, Land Development Regulations, Chapter 2,
Section 6.B.5; LDR Chapter 20-VIII.Sec.2.A.,2.B,2.D, and 2.H; SFPC 1991 603.2;
Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order
that the Respondents correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the
Respondents do not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact
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the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the
property to verify compliance with this Order. Bob Foot seconded the motion that carried
7-0.
Case #00-2299
Property Address:
Violations:
Sellers Only, Inc.
240 S.E. 23rd Avenue
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition 104.1.1;
Permit required to re-seal and re-stripe parking
lot.
Inspector Cain reported that the property was originally cited on September 12, 2000 for
violation of the Standard Building Code, requirement for a permit for re-sealing and re-
striping parking lot. The violation was discovered by a referral from the Building
Department. Service was accomplished by certified mail. The owner of record, Sellers
Only, Inc. was present.
Rich Wall, representing Sellers Only, Inc., pled no contest. He stated that a permit
was applied for sixty days ago and was ready to be picked up. The contractor has been
out of town and they had been waiting for the work to be done. The previous owner had
sealed the parking lot but it had never been striped.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2299, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Sellers
Only, Inc. is in violation of Standard Building Code 1997 Edition 104.1.1 of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct
the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this
Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed.
The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with
this Order. Bob Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
CHAIRMAN DELISO CALLED A RECESS AT 8:45 P.M.
THE MEETING RECONVENED AT 8:55 P.M.
Case #01-t41
Property Address:
Violations:
Terrence Brabham
652 South Road
Section 20-6 and 20-8 of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances; Boat in slip
must be registered and be owned or
used by resident. Working on boat can
be no longer than seven days.
Mr. Scott Blasie, Code Compliance Administrator, presented Case No. 01-141. The
property owner of record was Terrence Brabham and he was not present. The violation
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was for Code Section 20-6 and 20-8 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr.
Brabham has a boat slip that is deeded to him and deemed to be private property. It is
in the water but he has deeded rights one third of the way across the spillway. The
property is located on the Boynton Spillway. Someone Mr. Brabham knows brought a
dilapidated boat up to the slip and at the time it was cited, was living on the boat and
repairing it. Our City Ordinance 20-6 states that to have a boat on your property, it has
to be owned or used by a resident of the premises. This gentleman was not a resident
and not a property owner. It also states you can do repairs on your boat but not to
exceed seven days. This particular repair exceeded seven days. The person moved off
the boat, mainly because he said he had to go back to Texas and go to work for awhile.
Mr. Blasie did expect him back at some time.
Mr. Foot wanted to know if it was possible to rent your boat slip to someone else? Mr.
Blasie said that this could be done but not to live and work on it. The man who was
living and working on the boat told Mr. Blasie and Inspector Roy that he tried to take it to
a boat yard but the boat was so dilapidated the boat yards did not want to try lifting it out
of the water for fear that the structure would not withstand the load. It appeared to Mr.
Blasie that he bobbed around for awhile till he found this guy that had a slip and parked
it there and started living and working on it: The City began receiving calls from the
neighbors in complaint. Mr. Blasie said he had not talked to the slip owner.
Mr. Rossi asked Mr. Biasie if the registration of the boat entered into the Codes? Mr.
Blasie said that it could but in this case there was an admission from the person living in
the boat that it was his boat and not Mr. Brabham's. Mr. Blasie showed a picture of the
boat to the Board.
Mr. Foot stated that he understood the violation was for the boat not belonging to the
resident of the property that owned the slip and yet he also understood that it was
p~rmissible to rent your boat slip to someone else? Mr. Blasie said it was a unique
situation because most people do not own the land that has the water on it in which the
boat was on. Typically, if you have a boat, it is on your driveway or in the back yard.
You would not rent your backyard area. Usually if your boat is in the water it is on
prToperty owned and controlled by someone else. In this case these slips are deeded to
th~se property owners and their deeded rights go one third of the way across the
spillway. The Board needs to consider this as if it were in his yard, on his property. It
di~l not appear to Mr. Blasie that it would be possible to rent this boat slip since the Code
stated the boat must be used or owned by a resident of the property. If Mr. Brabham
had used the boat he could have rented it.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-141, Mr. Lambert
mpved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Terrence
Brabham is in violation of Sections 20-6 and 20-8 of the Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct the violations on
or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the
a~ount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent
is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to
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arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Vice Chair
Hammer seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-133
Property Address:
Violation:
Ra,y, mond Torres
3130 E. Atlantic Drive
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lA and
Section 10-02 of the Boynton Beach
Code of Ordinances. Remove trash and
debris and register and/or remove all
unregistered vehicles. De-weed and cut
grass.
Inspector Laverdure reported that this property had originally been cited on January 24,
2001 for violations of the Community Appearance Code. Everything had been complied
with except for registering and/or removing all unregistered vehicles. The house is
owned by Raymond Torres. The violation was discovered by routine inspection.
Service was accomplished by posting. The City recommended 30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-133, Mr. Lambed
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr.
Raymond Torres is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1A and Section 10-02
of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered 'to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Miriana seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
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Case #01-109 Lucio & Maria Garcia
Property Address: 503N.E. 2"d Street
Violations: Ch apter 15, Article IX-15-120(E)2A
and(D) Inclusive; Remove refrigerator in
front yard. Sod yard. Replace broken
window and screen.
Inspector Pierre reported that this property had originally been cited on January 22, 2001
for violations of the Community Appearance Code. The violation was discovered by
routine inspection. Service was accomplished by posting. The City recommended 30
days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-109, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Lucio &
Maria Garcia are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D) nc usive and (E) 2A of
the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondents do not
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comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs
shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton
Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify
compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-341
Property Address:
Violations:
Raymond & Linda Torres
239 N.E. 13th Avenue
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1A;
remove or register vehicle
Inspector Pierre reported that this property had originally been cited on February 15,
2001 for violations of the Community Appearance Code. The violation was discovered
through routine inspection and service was by certified mail. The City recommended 15
days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-341, Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr.
Raymond Torres is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120 (D).IA of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Ms. Williams moved to order that the Respondent correct
the violations on or before April 5, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this
Order, a fine in the amount of $50.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed.
The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with
this Order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-1650
Property Address:
Violations:
Dale Beapot
203 N.E. 11th Avenue
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc;
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII.Sections I.G, 2.A,
2.B, 2.D, and 2.G. Repair roof leaks,
missing windows, door and windows not
weather-tight, no smoke detector, no
outside exit lights and soffit screens;
install grass where bare spots occur;
remove driveway made of trash roof
tiles; get permit and install a proper one.
Inspector Webb reported that this case had originally been cited on July 11, 2000. The
violations were discovered through a routine inspection. Service was accomplished by
certified mail. The work is almost complete. The City recommended 30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-1650, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr. Dale
Beapot is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120 (D) Inclusive; PT3-LDR.CH20-
VIII.Sections 1.G, 2.A, 2.B, 2.D, and 2.G of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr.
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Lambert moved to order that the Res pondent correct the violations on or before April 16,
2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00
per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered
to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for
reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Miriana seconded
the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-3360
Property Address:
Violations:
Frank J. Licata, Jr.
2511 S.W. 4th Street
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition
104.1.1 Permit when required; and
105.6 Required inspections.
Inspector Webb reported that this property had originally been cited on December 2,
2000 for violations of the Standard Building Code. The violation was discovered through
a routine neighborhood inspection. Service was accomplished by certified mail. The
City recommended 15 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3360, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr. Frank
Licata, Jr. is in violation of Standard Building Code 1997 Edition, 104.1.1 and 105.6 of
the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Midana seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-3421
Property Address:
Violations:
Yves Hubert Tr
725 N. Federal Highway
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1A
Appearance/Maintenance Private
Property; PT3-LDR.CH2.SEC.6.C.6; PT3-
LDR.CH21-1.SEC.15; PT3-LDR.CH21-
I.SEC.4; PT3-LDR.CH21-11.SEC3.A; 10-3
and 10-52 of Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. Exterior Display/Storage;
property must be maintained free of all
trash, debris, abandoned autos, and
other derelict objects as required by
City Code. Exterior storage of boats is
prohibited unless connected to a legal
use. Abandoned sign structure located
at northeast corner of property must be
removed. "For Rent" signs are not
allowed withoUt first obtaining permits
from the Development Department. Sign
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removal required; sign permit required;
sign not meeting criteria; hurricane
hazards; inoperable vehicle - private
property.
Inspector Webb reported that this property was originally cited on December 8, 2000 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code, Exterior Display and Storage, Sign
Violations, Hurricane Hazards, and Inoperable Vehicle. The violations were discovered
through a routine neighborhood inspection. Service was accomplished by certified
mail/hand carry but Respondent refused to sign.
Assistant City Attorney Igwe stated that the Respondent was in bankruptcy and he
asked the Board to give him sufficient time to settle it, possibly sixty days. Mr. Miriana
commented that there had been a lot of complaints about the property and the neighbors
wanted to see action on this property. Mr. Foot asked if the Respondent had other
properties that were in violation? Mr. Blasie replied that because of the bankruptcy
proceedings, the City was prohibited by law from trying to collect fines. This case is
new. A majority of the violations in this case were not included in the old cases.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3421, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Mr. Yves
Hubert Tr is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lA; PT3-
LDR. CH2.SEC6.C.6; PT3-LDR.CH21-1 .SEC15; PT3-LDR.CH21-1 .SEC.4; PT3-
LDR.CH21-11.SEC3.A; 10-3 and 10-52 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr.
Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct the violations on or before May 14,
2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $75.00
per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered
to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for
reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Vice Chair Hammer
seconded the motion that carried 6-1, Mr. Miriana dissenting.
Case #00-3455
Property Address:
Violations:
Thomas Connell
620 N.E. 12th Avenue
PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII.SEC2.A., PT3-LDR.
CH20.VIII.SEC2.A; SBC 1997 ED 104.1.1;
SEC 13-16 of Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances - General Condition of
Structure; Repair electrical problem on
porch; obtain a permit for shed and
renew occupational license.
Inspector Webb reported that this property was originally cited on December 19, 2000
for violations of the Community Appearance Code and Standard Building Code. The
violation was discovered through a complaint by a tenant. Service was accomplished by
posting. The City recommended 30 days.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3455, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Thomas
Connell is in violation of PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII.SEC2.A, PT3-LDR.CH20-VIII.SEC2.A,
SBC 1997 Edition 104.1.1 and 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr.
Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16,
2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $75.00
per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered
to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for
reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Vice Chair Hammer
seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-156
Property Address:
Violations:
Elfriede Schlaf
1010 Coral Court
Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach
Code of Ordinances -- occupational
license required on rental property and
inspection required.
Inspector Webb reported that this property was originally cited on January 25, 2001 for
violation of Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. The violation was
discovered through a complaint from a tenant. Service was accomplished by certified
mail. City recommended 30 days.
Mr. Lambert asked if there were any safety issues and Inspector Webb replied that there
were some wires that were exposed.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-156, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Elfriede
Schlaf is in violation of Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr.
Lambert moved to order that the Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16,
2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $75.00
per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered
to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for
reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Midana seconded
the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-3558
Property Address:
Violations:
Josephine & Willie Moody, Jr.
2103 N.E. 4th Court
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc;
remove unregistered/inoperable white
and grey Cadillacs. Install grass in yard
where bare spots occur.
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Inspector Melillo stated that this case had originally been cited on January 2, 2001. The
violation was a result of a complaint by the Police Department. Service was
accomplished by certified mail. The City recommended 10 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3558, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Josephine
& Willie Moody are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondents correct
the violations on or before April 1, 2001. If the Respondents do not comply with this
Order, with the exception of the grass, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact
the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the
property to verify compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that
carried 7-0.
Case #01-06
Property Address:
Violations:
Florida PJ Group, Inc.
1401 N.W. 3rd Street
Chapter 15,= Article IX-15-
120(D).lnc. Install grass in yard
and swale. Install or repair
driveway and apron. Remove
fence or get permit to install new
one.
Inspector Melillo stated that this case had been originally cited on January 3, 2001 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. Service was accomplished by posting.
The grass in yard and swale complied. The driveway and apron have complied. In the
case of the fence, they took down an un-permitted fence and put up another one, also
without a permit. The violation was discovered by routine inspection of the
neighborhood. The City recommended 30 days.
Mr. Foot asked how this case tied in to the subsequent case, #01-1767 Inspector Melillo
stated that the other case was a red-tag from the Building Department for other
violations that were inside the house.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-06, Mr. Lambert moved
that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Florida PJ Group,
Inc. is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. of the Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondents correct the violations on
or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondents do not comply with this Order, with the
exception of the grass, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs
shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton
Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify
compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
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Case #01-176
Property Address:
Violations:
Florida PJ Group, Inc.
1401 N.W. 3rd Street
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition
104.1.1 and 105.6; Interior _remodeling
house without permits. Red tag dated
1/11/01 and, contact B. Gall, Building
Division.
Inspector Melillo stated the property was originally cited on January 29, 2001 for
Standard Building Code violations. There was a red tag from the Building Department
numbered 01-1101. Service was accomplished by posting. The City recommended 30
days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-176, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Florida PJ
Group, Inc. is in violation of Standard Building Code 1997 Edition, 104.1.1 and 105.6 of
the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondents correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondents do
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-180
Property Address:
Violations:
Ziad Kaddouri & Sandra Bosch
1611 N. Seacrest Boulevard
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc.
Remove, repair and/or register 4-dr red
Chevrolet. Repair hole in the driveway.
Inspector Melillo stated that this property had originally been cited on January 29, 2001
for violations of the Community Appearance Code. The violation was found by routine
inspection. Service was accomplished by certified mail. The City recommended 15
days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-180, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Ziad
Kaddouri and Sandra Bosch are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. of
the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondents correct the violations on or before April 6, 2001. If the Respondents do not
comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs
shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton
Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify
compliance with this Order. Mr. Rossi seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
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Case #01-216
Property Address:
Violations:
Leopold & Dalicia Bertrand
2200 N.E. 2nd St.
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lA and
Section 14-3 of the Boynton Beach Code
of Ordinances. Remove all inoperable or
unregistered vehicles from yard;
vehicles over one ton are not allowed.
Inspector Melillo reported that this property had originally been cited on January 31,
2001 for violations of the Community Appearance Code and the truck parking
regulations. The violation was discovered through a routine inspection of the
neighborhood. Service was accomplished by certified mail. The owner of record, Mr.
Bertrand, was at the meeting earlier but could not stay. Mr. Bertrand asked Inspector
Melillo to request 30 days and Inspector Melillo stated he would recommend it to the
Board. Mr. Bertrand was trying to have the large truck moved.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-216, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Leopold
and Dalicia Bertrand are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).1A and Section
14-3 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondents correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondents do
not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative
costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of
Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to
verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-241
Property Address:
Violations:
Joseph & Marie Luma
1516 N.E. 1st Street
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc.
Rem ove all unregistered/inoperable
motor vehicles. De-weed parking area
in swale. Remove all trash and
appliances from property.
Inspector Melillo reported that this property was originally cited on February 5, 2001 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. The violation was discovered by routine
inspection. Service was accomplished by certified mail. The City recommended 15
days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-241, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Joseph &
Made Luma are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondents correct
the violations on or before April 5, 2001. If the Respondents do not comply with this
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Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed.
The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with
this Order. Mr. Rossi seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-3055
Property Address:
Violations:
Gareth Bigart & Zachary Fox
112 S.W. 1st Avenue
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition
104.1.1; Building permit and proper
Inspections are required for the new
wood frame structure in the rear. New
windows, doors, and A/C also require
proper permits.
Inspector Lewis reported that this case had originally been cited on November, 1, 2000
for violations of the Standard Building Code. The City recommended 60 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3055, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Gareth
Bigart & Zachary Fox are in violation of the Standard Building Code, 1997 edition,
104.1.1 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the
Respondents correct the violations on or before May 1,2001. If the Respondents do not
comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs
shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton
Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify
compliance with this Order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-3423
Property Address:
Violations:
Benjamin McCandiss
624 S. Seacrest Blvd.
Standard Building Code 1997 Edition
104.1.1; Building Permit and required
inspections needed for the new windows
and door installations.
Inspector Lewis reported that this property had originally been cited on December 11,
2000 for violations of the Standard Building Code. The City recommended 30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3423, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Benjamin
McCandiss is in violation of the Standard Building Code, 1997 edition, 104.1.1 of the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Lambert moved to order that the Respondent
correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply
with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be
imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton
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Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify
compliance with this Order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-3572
Property Address:
Violations:
Jean & Augustine Beauplan
202 S.W. 5th Avenue
Chapter '15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc.;
Remove bricks, trash and debris from
the right-of-way and property. Sod
needed in dead areas. House number
required to be visible from adjacent
street - Section 15-16 of the Boynton
Beach City Ordinances
Inspector Lewis reported that this property had originally been cited on January 3, 2001
for violations of the Community Appearance Code and mandatory street number Code
section, The City recommended 30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3572. Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Jean &
Augustine Beauplan are in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D).lnc. and
Sections 15-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Ms. Williams moved to
order that the Respondents correct the violations on or April 16, 2001. If the
Respondents do not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are further ordered to contact
the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the
property to verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carded
7-0.
Case #01-111
Property Address:
Violations:
Joseph & Marie Luma
226 S.W. 13th Avenue
Section '!0-52 of the Boynton Beach
Code Of Ordinances; remove
unregistered, inoperable vehicles
property.
from
Inspector Lewis reported that this case had originally been cited on January 23, 2001 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. The City recommended 10 days.
Mr. Foot asked if this had been the second case for Mr. and Mrs. Luma and Inspector
Lewis responded that it was.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-111, Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Joseph &
Marie Luma are in violation of Section 10-52 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances.
Ms. Williams moved to order that the Respondents correct the violations on or before
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March 31, 2001. If the Respondents do not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount
of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondents are
further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to
arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order. Mr. Foot
seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-126
Property Address:
Violations:
Belmont At Boynton Beach, Inc.
1 Belmont Place
Chapter 21, Article II, Section 3 -
Prohibitions; PT 3-LDR.CH 21-1,
Section 4 Sign permit required;
Standard Building Code 1997
edition 104.1.1 - Advertising
rental sign located at entrance to
the Belmont at Boynton on the
north side of Woolbright Road,
which has no permit, has to be
removed. All non-permitted
electrical lighting, flags, and any
other advertising items need to be
removed.
Inspector Lewis stated that the property had initially been cited on January 24, 2001.
The City recommended 15 days.
Mr. Foot questioned the length of the time for compliance, suggesting a shorter period.
Inspector Lewis said they had an application for a permit but it had not yet been
approved. Mr. Blasie said he told them if they could not get a permit for the sign, they
would have to remove it.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-126, Mr. Foot made a
motion that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that Belmont
at Boynton Beach, Inc. is in violation of Chapter 21, Article II, Section 3; PT3-LDR. CH
21-1. Section 4; and the Standard Building Code 1997 edition 104.1.1 of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances. Mr. Foot moved to order that the Respondents correct the
violations on or before April 5, 2001. If the Respondents do not comply with this Order,
a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The
Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance
Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with this Order.
Mr. Miriana seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #01-192
Property Add ress:
Violations:
Debra Whitman
613 N.W. 1st Avenue
Section 13-16 of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances;
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occupational license required for
rental property.
Inspector Lewis reported that this property had been cited originally on January 30,
2001. The City recommended 30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-192. Ms. Williams
made a motion that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that
Debra Whitman is in violation of Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. Ms. Williams moved to order that the Respondents correct the violations on
or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the
amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent
is further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to
arrange for reinspection of the property to verity compliance with this Order. Mr. Midana
seconded the motion th at carried 7-0.
Case #01-210
Property Address:
Violations:
Manuela Love
125 S.E. 5t~ Avenue
Chapter 15, Article IX-15-
120(D) Inc; remove inoperable
vehicles, trash and debris from
yard. Fence needs to be repaired
and grass needed in dead areas
of front yard. Section 13-16 of the
Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances. Rental property
requires an occupational license.
Inspector Lewis stated this property had originally been cited on January 31, 2001 for
Community Appearance and Occupational License violations. The City recommended
30 days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-210. Vice Chair
Hammer made a motion that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of
law, that Manuela Love is in violation of Chapter 15, Article IX 120(D) Inc. and Section
13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. Vice Chair Hammer moved to order
that the Respondent correct the violations on or before April 16, 2001. if the
Respondent does not comply with this Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs shall be imposed. The Respondent is further ordered to contact the
City of Boynton Beach Code Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the
property to verify compliance with this Order. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that
carded 7-0.
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Case #01-371
Property Address:
Violations:
Glenn Rorro & Lyn Carreras
215 S,W. 1st Avenue
Section '13-16 of the Boynton
Beach Code of Ordinances,
Rental property requires a
license every year. Property
requires inspection since
renewed.
not
Inspector Lewis stated this property was originally cited on February 16, 2001 for
Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. The City recommended 30
days.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 01-371. Vice Chair
Hammer moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact and as a conclusion of law, that
Glenn Rorro and Lyn Carreras are in violation of Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach
Code of Ordinances. Vice Chair Hammer moved to order that the Respondents correct
the violations on or before April 16, 2001. If the Respondents do not comply with this
Order, a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus administrative costs shall be imposed.
The Respondents are further ordered to contact the City of Boynton Beach Code
Compliance Division to arrange for reinspection of the property to verify compliance with
this Order. Mr. Lambert seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
B. LIEN PENALTY CERTIFICATIONS
Case #99-1164
Klm & Cyd Fender
12 Dogwood Circle
Lake Worth, FI 33462
2900 High Ridge Road
Inspector Cain stated that the City recommended that this case be tabled until the next
meeting.
Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No. 99-1164 until the April 18, 2001 meeting of the
Code Compliance Board. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that passed
unanimously.
Chairman DeLiso stated that they were at 338 days of non-compliance and asked what
the problem was? Inspector Cain stated that it was due to the major construction going
on at High Ridge Road.
Case #00-1553
Doris & Everett Matthews
559 Scott Street
Tellico Plains, Tn 37385
3008 E. Palm Drive
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Inspector Guillaume reported that this property had originally been cited on June 28,
2000 for violations of the Community Appearance Code and Occupational License. A
Code Compliance Board hearing was held on October 18, 2000 and Respondents did
appear. A compliance date and proposed fine was set by the Board of January 15, 2001
or $25.00 per day. The property came into compliance on March 19, 2001 for 62 days of
non-compliance. The City recommended no fine.
Chairman DeLiso asked why?
Inspector Guillaume stated that the Matthews were old and lived out of state. Mrs.
Matthews paid someone to fix up the property but somehow it did not happen. She is
very sick and is waiting for a liver transplant.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-1553, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondents, Edoris & Everett
Matthews, were in violation of Code Sections Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D) 1
Inclusive and Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances subsequent to
the date of compliance specified in this Board's Order of October 18, 2000. Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find that the Respondents failed to comply with this Board's
Order, and that this Board impose and certify no fine in this case. Ms. Williams
seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-1810
Yen etrice Jackson
1634 N.E. 2nd Court
Inspector Melillo stated that the notice of violation was given on July 25, 2000 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code and Section 13-16 but that this latter
section was no longer pertinent to the case as Ms. Jackson does reside at the address
given above. A Code Compliance Board hearing was held on October 18, 2000 and
Respondent did not appear. The compliance date and proposed fine was November 13,
2000 or $25.00 per day. The property has not yet complied for 128 days of non-
compliance to date.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-1810, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondent, and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondent, Mr. Lambert moved that this
Board find that Venetrice Jackson has violated this Board's prior Order of October 18,
2000, and this Board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs, which shall continue to accrue until the Respondent comes into
compliance or until a judgement is entered based upon this certification of fine. Vice
Chair Hammer seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2542
Sol & Bella Heifetz
224 Carter Court
Northbrook, III. 60062
2923 S. Federal Hwy.
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Inspector Roy stated that the City recommended tabling this case until the June, 2001
meeting.
Motion
Mr. Lambert moved to table Case No. 00-2542 until the June 20, 2001 meeting of the
Code Compliance Board. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that passed 7-0.
Case #00-2686
Brian McLellan
122 Arthur Court
Inspector Cain stated that the property had received a notice of violation on October 9,
2000 for violations of the Community Appearance Code. A Code Compliance Board
hearing was held on January 17, 2001 and Respondent did not appear. A compliance
date and proposed fine was February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The property has not
yet complied for 30 days of non-compliance to date.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2686, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondent, and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondent, Mr. Lambert moved that this
Board find that Brian McLellan has violated this Board's prior Order of January 17, 2001,
and this Board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs, which shall continue to accrue until the Respondent comes into
compliance or until a judgement is entered based upon this certification of fine. Vice
Chair Hammer seconded the motion.
Mr. Foot asked about the sod issue? Inspector Cain stated that it had been cited before
the drought began in October. The area in question is not that big and Inspector Cain
could not contact the owner.
The motion passed 7-0.
Case #00-3437
Brighton at Cedar Ridge, L.C.
7200 N.W. 7th Street, Ste. 300
Miami, FI. 33126
7000 High Ridge Rd.
Inspector Cain reported that the notice of violation date had been December 14, 2000 for
violation of the Standard Building Code, 1997 edition, 104.1.1. A Code Compliance
Hearing was held on January 17, 2001 and Respondent did not appear. A compliance
date and proposed fine were set by the Board of January 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day.
The date complied was February 28, 2001 for 29 days of non-compliance. The City
recommended no fine.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3437, Mr. Lambert
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondents, Brighton at Cedar
Ridge, L.C., were in violation of Standard Building Code 1997 Edition 104.1.1 of the
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Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances subsequent to the date of compliance specified in
this Board's Order of October 18, 2000. Mr. Lambert moved that this Board find that the
Respondents failed to comply with this Board's Order, and that this Board impose and
certify no fine in this case. Mr. Foot seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2338
Angel Mercado
3234 Ocean Parkway
Inspector Guillaume reported that this property had received a notice of violation on
September 14, 2000 for violations of the Community Appearance Code. A Code
Compliance Board Hearing was held on January 17, 2001 and Respondent did not
appear. A compliance date and proposed fine was set by Board of February 19, 2001 or
$25.00 per day. The property has not yet complied for 30 days to date of non-
compliance.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2338, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondent, and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondent, Mr. Lambert moved that this
Board find that Angel Mercado has violated this Board's prior Order of January 17, 2001,
and this Board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $25.00 per day plus
administrative costs, which shall continue to accrue until the Respondent comes into
compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine. Mr. Foot
seconded the motion that passed 7-0.
Case #00-3308
Edner Francois & Marie Pierre 433 N.E. 20th Avenue
Inspector Melillo reported that this property was originally cited on November 28, 2000
for violation of the Community Appearance Code. A Code Compliance Board headng
was held on January 17, 2001 and Respondents did not appear. A compliance date and
proposed fine were set by the Board of February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The
property has not complied to date for 30 days of non-compliance
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3308, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondent, and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondents, Mr. Lambert moved that this
Board find that Edner Francois & Marie Pierre have violated this Board's prior Order of
January 17, 2001, and this Board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $25.00 per
day plus administrative costs, which shall continue to accrue until the Respondents
come into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine.
Mr. Foot seconded the motion that passed 7-0.
Case #00-2806
Patrick Donahue & Larry Turner 124 S.E. 29th Avenue
Inspector Roy reported that this property was originally cited on October 19, 2000 for
violations of the Community Appearance Code. A Code Compliance Board hearing was
held on January 17, 2001 and Respondents did not appear. A compliance date and
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proposed fine were set by the Board of February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The
property has not complied as yet for 30 days of non-compliance.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2806, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondents, and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondents, Mr. Lambert moved that this
Board find that Patrick Donahue & Larry Turner have violated this Board's prior Order of
January 17, 2001, and this Board impose and certify a fine in the amount of $25.00 per
day plus administrative costs, which shall continue to accrue until the Respondents
come into compliance or until a judgment is entered based upon this certification of fine.
Ms. Williams seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Mr. Foot asked if the only violation was that the yard needed to be
maintained in a weed-free condition? Inspector Roy stated that this was true but this
property had been cited in October. The front lawn has bare spots but most of it is
covered with weeds with very little grass. Assistant Attorney Igwe asked if it had to do
with a lack of sod? Chairman DeLiso asked Inspector Roy if the City wanted to certify
this fine and Inspector Roy stated yes. Assistant Attorney Igwe asked, "Are you sure
you want to do that?" Chairman DeLiso stated that they were allowed to water two days
a week and that new landscaping could be watered four times a week
The motion passed 7-0.
Case #00-3216
Jean Messeroux
2950 S.E. 2nd Street
Inspector Roy asked the Board to certify no fine in this case since the Code Department
discovered they did not have proper service. They wanted to close this case and had
already started another one.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-3216, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondent and any and
all previous violations committed by the Respondent, Vice Chair Hammer moved that
this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondent, Jean Messeroux, has violated
this Board's prior Order of January 17, 2001, and this Board impose and certify no fine in
this case. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
Case #00-2181
Sadrac Baptiste & Sasser Severain
338 S.W. 9th Avenue
Inspector Lewis reported that the notice of violation date was August 31, 2000 for
violation of the Community Appearance Code. A Code Compliance Board hearing was
held December 20, 2000 and Respondent did not appear. Compliance date and
proposed fine was set by Board of January 15, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The property
complied March 13, 2001 for a total of 56 days of non-compliance. Inspector Lewis
stated that the City recommended no fine.
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Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2181, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondents and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondents, Vice Chair Hammer moved
that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondents, Sadrac Baptiste & Sasser
Severain, have violated this Board's prior Order of January 17, 2001, and this Board
impose and certify no fine in this case. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried
7-0.
Case #00-2359
Robert & Veronica Warke
340 S.W. 10th Avenue
Inspector Lewis stated that the notice of violation date on this property had been
September 15, 2000 for violations of the Community Appearance Code. A Code
Compliance Board hearing was held on December 20, 2000 and Respondent did not
appear. A compliance date and proposed fine were set by the Board of February 19,
2001 or $25.00 per day. The property came into compliance March 19, 2001 for a total
of 27 days of non-compliance. The City recommended administrative costs.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2359, and having
considered the gravity of the violation, the actions taken by the Respondents and any
and all previous violations committed by the Respondents, Mr. Foot moved that this
Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondents, Robert & Veronica Warke, have
violated this Board's prior Order of December 20, 2000, and this Board impose and
certify a fine of administrative costs in the amount of $730.15. Mr. Miriana seconded the
motion.
Chairman DeLiso asked the Recording Secretary to call the roll.
The motion passed 4-3, Chairman DeLiso, Vice Chair Hammer, and Ms. Williams
dissenting.
Case #00-2554
John Burns
P.O. Box 1297
Delray Beach, FI 33447
131 S.W. 1st Avenue
Inspector Lewis reported that the notice of violation date was October 3, 2000 for an
occupational license violation. The Code Compliance Board hearing was held on
December 20, 2000 and Respondent did not appear. The compliance date and
proposed fine were set by the Board of February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The
property has not yet complied for 30 days of non-compliance to date. The City
recommended tabling the case for sixty days.
Motion
Mr. Foot moved to table Case No. 00-2554 until the Code Compliance Board meeting of
May 16, 2001. Ms. Williams seconded the motion that carried 7-0.
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Case #00-2555
John Burns
P.O. Box 1297
Delray Beach, FI 33447
127 S.W. Ist Avenue
Inspector Lewis reported that the notice of violation for this property was given on
October 3, 2000 for violation of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances regarding
occupational licenses. A Code Compliance Board hearing was held on December 20,
2000 and Respondent did not appear. The compliance date and proposed fine was
February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per day. The property came into compliance on March 20,
2001 for 28 days of non-compliance. The City recommended no fine.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2555, Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondent, John Burns, was in
violation of Section 13-16 of the Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances subsequent to the
date of compliance specified in this Board's Order of December 20, 2000. Ms. Williams
moved that this Board find that the Respondent failed to comply with this Board's Order,
and that this Board impose and certify no fine in this case.
Case #00-2447
Bhaff Ashish
P.O. Box 10133
West Palm Beach, FI 33407
417 N.E. 2nd Street
Inspector Pierre reported that the notice of violation date for this property was
September 26, 2000 for violation of the Community Appearance Code. A Code
Compliance Board hearing date was held on January 17, 2001 and Respondent did not
appear. The compliance date and proposed fine was February 19, 2001 or $25.00 per
day. The property complied March 14, 2001 for 23 days of non-compliance. The City
recommended no fine.
Motion
Based on the testimony and evidence presented in Case No. 00-2555, Mr. Foot moved
that this Board find, as a matter of fact, that the Respondent, Bhatt Ashish, was in
violation of Chapter 15, Article IX-15-120(D)l Inclusive of the Boynton Beach Code of
Ordinances subsequent to the date of compliance specified in this Board's Order of
January 17, 2001. Mr. Foot move(;' that this Board find that the Respondent failed to
comply with this Board's Order, and that this Board impose and certify no fine in this
case. Vice Chair Hammer seconded the motion that passed 7-0.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was duly adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
Recording Secretary
Susan Collins
Recording Secretary
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