Minutes 02-21-18 MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY STANDARDS SPECIAL MAGISTRATE
CODE COMPLIANCE/LIEN REDUCTION HEARINGS
HELD IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 100 E. BOYNTON BEACH BLVD.
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2018, AT 9 A.M.
PRESENT:
Hilary Zalman, Community Standards Special Magistrate
Mark Woods, Community Standards Director
Norma Loth, Community Standards Assistant
I. CALL TO ORDER
Hilary Zalman, Community Standards Special Magistrate, called the Hearings to order
at 9:04 a.m., and explained the magistrate's role and the hearing procedures. Pursuant
to Florida Statute, all orders are appealable to the Circuit Court in Florida and not the City
Commission. Also, that a fine will be imposed if the violation(s) are not corrected by the
deadline.
A moment of silence was observed for neighbors lost in the February 14, 2018, Parkland,
Florida tragedy.
II. SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES AND INTRODUCTION
Ms. Loth administered an oath to all those intending to testify.
ROLL CALL
IV. NEW BUSINESS
Case Hearings
Case No. 18-106 E DelHomme & Desinor Archelus
Property Address: 137 SE 27th Way
Type of Property: Single-family, non-homesteaded
Violation(s): SECT 4-4 Manner of keeping
SECT 4-32 Leash law
SECT 4-36 County registration for license tag proof
SECT 4-37 Rabies vaccinations
Officer Roehrich presented the case, which is a citizen complaint. Notice sent by certified
mail February 5, 2018. Proof of Service obtained by posting the property on February 9,
2018. Not a repeat violator. Citizen complaints date back to 2013, all incidents
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documented by police reports. Majority of complaints concern dogs tethered in the yard,
occasionally some that run loose as recently as December 2017. Officer Roehrich had
photographs, given to Ms. Zalman, and presented extensive evidence of multiple
violations. Number of dogs change daily as some are owned by various family members.
City recommends a Cease & Desist Order at $500 per occurrence.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered the Cease & Desist Order at $500 per
occurrence.
Case No. 17-2304 South Florida Property Ventures LLC
Property Address: 200 Knuth Road, Unit 244
Type of Property: Commercial
Violation(s): LDR CH 2 ART 4 SECT 282
Unit 244 has been divided into two separate spaces
without a permit. Acquire the required building permits.
Officer Weixler presented the case, which was a citizen complaint. Initial inspection date
November 7, 2017. Not a repeat violator. Initial written notice was November 7, 2017.
Ten days were given to comply. Received signed green card dated February 25, 2018.
Red tag from Building Department October 9, 2017, stating must secure permits and
receive all required inspections. Officer Pat Hart inspected the unit on January 19, 2018,
violations still exist. Property last inspected February 20, 2018. There is no health and
safety hazard. City recommended 30 days from printed order for compliance, or $100 a
day. This case was tabled from the previous month to clarify the matter with the City, and
John Kuntzman of the Building Department was present to testify.
John Kuntzman, Deputy Building Official, testified he had visited the property earlier
in 2018 to verify that the work was done and discussed the plans on file not matching the
site. There are no permits for the removal of the walls in one unit and opening up the
space to make it one unit. Has asked for "as built" plans and has not yet received them.
Ms. Zalman asked for clarification on the site as it now exists.
Warren lzard, managing member, presented several exhibits to Ms. Zalman to follow.
• Exhibit #1 is plan sent to LLC by Mr. Kuntzman, and also sent to the tenant who
supposedly made complaint about their office as they are trying to get out of lease
agreement (evidence in email chain).
Exhibit #2 is actual space with description, and how it is impossible for the space
to be the space Mr. Kuntzman is claiming the plans are flipped for (physical
impossibility because of where the walls are located).
Exhibit #3 is 18 pages of emails back and forth between Mr. Izard and Mr.
Kuntzman and other individuals including the tenant trying to break lease. Also
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addressed was that the plans submitted to Mr. Izard in 1992 are not the same
space as the space Mr. Kuntzman is claiming.
Mr. Izard stated the layout of the building has changed since 1992 to 2001, and the plans
Mr. Kuntzman has, even flipped, is not the same as the suite known as 244. A lengthy
explanation of the exhibits followed, including that the suite number has changed over the
years. A request was made in the emails that Mr. Izard be present at time of inspection,
but he was not informed of the February 20t" visit as promised by Mr. Kuntzman.
Mr. Woods asked if Mr. Izard had knowledge of what the suite number would be that fits
the plan being referred to; Mr. Izard was not sure as there are 30-40 suites in the building,
but the 1992 plans do not represent the suite, even the physical dimensions wouldn't be
possible. Ms. Zalman asked if the City's recommendation is for the owner to submit a
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new plan, and at that point get an approved permit for the design. Mr. Kuntzman asked
for plans showing what is on the site right now as it is apparent that work was done, and
the walls are not fire walls, and would be satisfied with an as-built plan of the suite in
question, what type of business is in it, etc. If Mr. Izard contends that the space is not the
space in the plans, then the permits for that space need to be produced.
Officer Weixler clarified for the record that Building Department and Community
Standards are two separate entities, that inspections are done without being required to
let the Building Department know or having the owner on hand. Ms. Zalman agreed with
the City, that the City is trying to work with respondent by offering option to do an as-built
plan, which is a good option. Mr. Izard protested that the decision is unjust. Ms. Zalman
will give 45 days compliance for an as-built plan.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered 45 days compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $100 a day.
Case No. 17-1288 Frida Holdings LLC
Property Address: 322 SW 8t" Ave
Type of Property: Single family, non-homesteaded
Violation(s): CO CH13 SECT 13-7 INCL
CO CH13 SECT 13-16
Apply for and pass an inspection and obtain a Certificate
of Use and Occupancy; obtain a Business Tax Receipt for
both rental property and tenant.
Officer Weixler presented the case, which was a routine inspection. Initial inspection date
June 12, 2017. Not a repeat violator. Initial written notice July 12, 2017. Ten days were
given to comply. Proof of service posted February 9, 2018. COU inspection was
performed on February 1, 2018; failed because permits were needed for low-voltage
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work, a water heater permit need, electric panel needed labeling, and remove shutters
from the windows as an egress violation. Tenant Janesway, LLC, has not applied for a
COU or BTR. Property last inspection February 20, 2018. Shutters have been removed.
City recommended 15 days from printed order for compliance, or$150 a day. Lawyer for
Janesway has contacted Officer Weixler to state the premises will be vacated by March;
Officer Weixler would like to remove them from the violations. Officer Pat Hart stated he
performed the COU, there were several panels on the property which would require low-
voltage permit.
Ari Lind, property manager, confirmed the tenants are leaving as of March 19th, the
lease has been broken. The low-voltage issue will be taken with them. The water heater
permit is being pulled, and respondent will be selling the property. Ms. Zalman asked
why the permits had not been applied for previously; Mr. Lind said the owner had applied
for the license, but the tenants did not cooperate. Mr. Lind provided a copy of the
cancellation of the lease. Officer Weixler amended the recommendation to 30 days for
the water heater permit, or$75 a day.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Ellis ordered 30 days compliance as stated on the Board Order,
or $75 a day.
Case No. 17-2233 Robert V Devore
Property Address: 115 SE 8th Ave
Type of Property: Single family, non-homesteaded
Violation(s): LDR CH2 ARTICLE 4 SECT 2A2
Obtain all required permits for the unpermitted structures
and work done on the property.
Officer Weixler presented the case, which was a citizen complaint. Initial inspection date
October 27, 2017. Not a repeat violator. Initial written notice of violation was October 27,
2017. Ten days were given to comply. Proof of service posted February 5, 2018. County
appraisers aerial map of site dated 2015 shows property void of structures, aerial map
2017 shows new structures in the back yard with no record of building permits. Date
property last inspected February 20, 2018, violations remain. City recommended 30 days
from printed order for compliance, or $100 a day.
Robert DeVore, owner, stated he was not aware that he needed permits for an awning,
a gazebo, and an above-ground pool. Ms. Zalman stated respondent has had enough
time to contact the City about these issues. Officer Weixler spoke to respondent before
the hearing and told him to speak to the Building Department for LDR violations, who will
ascertain whether a permit is needed for these items. Ms. Zalman recommended
respondent contact the Building Department within the 30 days given.
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Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered 30 days compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $100 a day.
Fine Certification Hearings
Case No. 17-1506 Jonas Romelus
Property Address: 1619 NE 2,d St
Type of Property: Single-family
Violation(s): [not given]
Obtain a rental license, new sod in bare areas, mow
overgrown yard, remove vegetation, remove trash, repair
fence.
Officer Guim presented the case. Notice of violation was not given. Magistrate hearing
was November 15, 2017; no one appeared. Compliance date given was December 29,
2017, or $50 a day plus admin fees. Property last inspected February 20, 2018, and
violations have complied. There are 53 days of non-compliance at $50 a day plus the
admin fees $634.12, total $3,284.12.
Jonas Romelus, owner, gave a history of bad tenants; tenant still in property; owner is
the one who brought property into compliance. Police were called with hopes of getting
tenants to cooperate, but trashing the property continued; respondent worked with Officer
Guim to bring the property into compliance.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered the fines waived, and pay $350 towards admin
fees.
Case No. 17-670 Lindsay & J Middleton
Property Address: 1200 NW 1St St
Type of Property: Single-family
Violation(s): CO CH13 SECT 13-16
CO CH13 SECT 13-7 INCL
Apply for and pass and obtain Certificate of Use and
Occupancy. Install sod in yard and swale, paint house.
Officer Cain presented the case. Notice of violation was July 12, 2017. Magistrate
hearing was November 22, 2017, respondent appeared. For the record, the property is
not a rental, owner lives there, so that part of the violation is removed. Compliance date
given was January 13, 2018, or $50 a day plus admin fees. Property last inspected
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February 16, 2018. Violations stili exist. Number of days for non-compliance 33 days,
and fine continues to accrue at $50 per day plus administrative fees.
DeVonna Coldwell, one of the owner's wives, stated she lives on the property with
their children but is not on the deed. Because an affidavit to testify was not provided,
Ms. Coldwell is not permitted to testify or present evidence.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the City's recommendation.
Case No. 17-1252 Lee S Berinstein
Property Address: 117 SW 4th Ave
Type of Property: Single-family, non-homesteaded
Violation(s): 105.1 of Florida Building Code, 2014 Edition of Boynton
Beach Amendments
CO CH 13 SECT 13-16
CO CI-113 SECT 13-7 INCL
Building permit required for water heater, fence, and
canopy. Certificate of Use and Occupancy and a Business
tax receipt is required for the rental.
Officer Weixler presented the case. Notice of violation was July 10, 2017. Magistrate
hearing was October 18, 2017, representative Ari Lind appeared. Compliance date given
was November 23, 2017, or $150 a day plus administrative fees. Property last inspected
February 20, 2018. All violations still exist. Number of days for non-compliance 91, fine
continues to accrue at $150 a day, plus administrative fees of $730.15.
Ari Lind, representing owners, stated the owner is in the process of bringing the
property into compliance. The lease was terminated December 1, 2017, and property
has been vacant. There was a fire on November 3, 2017, so repairs had to be made.
Have applied for the certificates. Property was purchased with canopy and fence, permit
has been applied for, awaiting an engineer to deal with the very expensive canopy.
Officer Weixler verified water heater permit was final on November 13, 2017; another
permit for canopy and fence are in plan check and has not yet been approved; no
response to comments of December 18, 2017, plans were turned down by Building Dept.
Mr. Lind stated some engineering (by Bernardo) is required and a whole set of plans need
to be made, which should be ready in a week or so. Officer Weixler stated the certificates
can be removed from violations as property has been vacant. Goal is to sell the property.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman ordered an extension of 30 days to bring remaining
issues into compliance.
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Case No. 17-1253 Lucy Land LLC
Property Address: 703 S Federal Hwy
Type of Property: Commercial
Violation(s): LDR CH3 ARTICLE 4 SECT 3C
CO CH 10 SECT 10-52
105.1 of Florida Building Code, 2014 Edition of Boynton
Beach Amendments
Obtain required building permits for newly installed fence.
Remove all vehicles from vacant lot, as site cannot be
utilized for unimproved parking in the zoning districts.
Officer Weixler presented the case. Notice of violation was July 10, 2017. Magistrate
hearing was October 18, 2017; respondents Mary Law (owner) and Joseph Russo
(tenant) appeared. Compliance date given was November 7, 2017, or $50 a day plus
admin fees. Property last inspected January 9, 2018, and violation had complied. There
are 64 days of non-compliance at $50 plus the admin fees $730.15, or$3,930.15.
Carl Cascie, representing Lucy Land and Mary Law, presented Ms. Zalman with seven
exhibits on the case. (Per Officer Weixler, the original recommendation was fourteen
days at $50 a day, fine to be certified as stated above.) Mr. Cascie, who was a newly
retained counsel at the time of the last hearing, noted that the case was tabled so
respondents could meet with City Staff, which they did on February 13th. A review of the
other exhibits was provided for Ms. Zalman, also summarized in a letter among said
exhibits. Officer Weixler referenced testimony from Planning & Zoning Director Mike
Rumpf, that even if someone in the Building Department who issued the license said cars
were allowed to be stored on another property, it was in error, and on the date of that
hearing respondent was fully notified of what the violation was and what needed to be
done. The referenced lease was brought into question, which Ms. Zalman reviewed. It
was verified that the violations were first noticed in June (office) and July (storage) of
2017, and subsequent hearings were attended. Mr. Cascie contended that the second
page of the application for COU, which addressed the submittal of the lease, was not
copied by the City as part of the evidence, and that the respondent was operating under
the assumption that all was correct. Respondent complied with Board Order received on
October 30, 2017, and two days later tenant began moving the business. (The
respondent has lost the tenant as of November 1, 2017, who moved to Industrial Avenue.)
Mr. Woods verified several statements given by Mr. Cascie as to the service of the notices
on the properties in question, both of which would fall to the owner of the properties, not
the tenant, and what needed to be done to come into compliance. Further disputed was
that Ms. Law was aware of the situation by written and verbal notices, and it was not that
she could not comply, but that she refused to do so, and what brought the matter to the
point before the magistrate today. Also, that there is no evidence that any lease was
submitted to the City, as testified to by City professionals at previous hearing, rather that
a document that stated, "Owner's permission in lieu of a lease." City presents the facts
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that 1) City was never provided anything that said there would be vehicles parked on 703
(Federal Hwy), 2) the application was only for 625 (Federal Hwy), and 3) Mrs. Law was
never cited for not having a license for 625, it was for not having a license and COU at
703. Ms. Zalman discussed and explained the certification process currently under way.
Mr. Cascie was informed of the lien reduction process, but that there is no legal right for
a reduction, rather that it is a benefit that the City provides.
Mary Law, owner, attempted to give evidence; however, Ms. Zalman stated the case has
been found already, the property was not compliant, and the fine certification made.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine at $2,880 plus $730.15 admin costs.
Case No. 17-1058 LVS Title Trust US Bank Nat'l
Property Address: 3643 SE 2nd St
Type of Property:. R1 Single family
Violation(s): CO CH10 SECT 10-51 INCL
All property that is vacant or subject to current notice of
default must be registered with the City. All property that
is vacant or subject to current notice of default must be
maintained in accordance with property maintenance
regulations as adopted by the City of Boynton Beach.
Permits are required for shed in back yard, and the fence.
Remove boat trailer from property. Remove unregistered
vehicles from property.
Officer Scott presented the case. Notice of violation was June 22, 2017. Magistrate
hearing was September 20, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance date given was
November 4, 2017, or $100 a day plus admin fees. Property last inspected February 13,
2018. All violations have complied. Number of days for non-compliance 100 days at
$100 per day plus administrative fees of $538.09, or $10,538.09. City recommends
because this is a foreclosed property, it did take time for compliance, that the fine be
reduced to admin fees only.
Leonard Townsend, Esq., attorney for lender US Bank, explained this is still a
foreclosure, and lender does not own the property yet. The lender was not made aware
of the violation until received on November 28, 2017, and did appear at the January 2018
hearing. Ms. Zalman ascertained that notices were being received by one law firm or
another for the bank the entire time.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman certified the fine at $8,500 plus admin fee $538.09.
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Case No. 17-322 Woodcliff Washington LLC
Property Address: 100 NE 10th Ave
Type of Property:. Commercial
Violation(s): CO CH13 SECT 13-16
CO CH13 SECT 13-7 INCL
CO CH15 SECT 15-120D1 INCL
LDR CH4 ART2 SECT 4A13
LDR CH4 ART4 SECT 3 INCL
Remove all trash and debris from property. Apply for and
pass inspection and obtain a Certificate of Use and
Occupancy. Obtain a Business Tax Receipt. Remove
unpermitted banner. Property must be maintained
according to the landscape plan.
Officer Hart presented the case. Notice of violation was March 9, 2017. Magistrate
hearing was October 18, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance dates given for three
orders were 1) November 9, 2017, at$250 a day plus admin fees; 2) November 27, 2017,
$100 a day plus admin fees; 3) November 27, 2017, Cease & Desist$250 per occurrence
(Cease & Desist not being pursued). Property last inspected February 20, 2018. All
violations have complied with exception of removal of trash and debris. For order#1 120
days of non-compliance and fine continues to accrue at $250 a day plus admin fees of
$634.12, or $30,634.32; Order #2 complied on February 15, 2018, 114 non-compliance
at $100 a day plus admin fees of $634.12, or$12,034.12.
Hugo Garcia, Esq., attorney for owner, presented before and after photos, noting No
Trespassing signs on trash bins, and requesting more police officers go by to make sure
third parties are not throwing trash into the bins. Some question as to who exactly is
responsible for the trash continually being out of control. Ms. Zalman reviewed the
photos. A gravity lock for the dumpster was recommended to keep third parties out of the
dumpsters. Dead palm trees were removed and replaced.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman certified for Order#1 $28,750 plus$634.15 admin costs;
Order#2 $1,110 plus $634.12 admin costs.
Lien Reduction Hearings
Case No. 11-3076 Karen Campbell & Ignatius Rodriguez
Property Address: 204 NW 1 st Ave
Type of Property: Vacant lot
Violation(s): For code sections as stated
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Officer Pierre presented the case. Notice of violation was not given. Magistrate hearing
was December 21, 2011, no one appeared. Compliance date given was December 31,
2011, or $100 a day. Date complied May 24, 2013. Number of days for non-compliance
509 days of non-compliance at $100 a day, for total fine of $50,900, plus admin fee.
Property was vacant and overgrown for a long time. [Related Case 12-1898]
Mack Bernard, Esq., attorney for owners, stated the property was purchased in
December 2010, when there was a house on the property, which was demolished. At the
time of closing the title company put the wrong address, instead of the correct address in
Antigua. Continued difficulties in changing address resulted in giving address for relatives
in Boynton Beach to forward to owners. Since 2013 have hired landscapers to cut grass.
Property value is $44,513 for just the land. Administrative costs are $884.12; fine for
related case is over $25,000. Mr. Bernard proposed paying half the admin costs or
$442.06.
Decision
Based o^ testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced to $5,090 plus $730.15 administrative costs.
Case No. 12-1898 Karen Campbell & Ignatius Rodriguez
Property Address: 204 NW 1 st Ave
Type of Property: Vacant lot
Violation(s): For code sections as stated
Officer Pierre presented the case. Notice of violation September 9, 2012. Magistrate
hearing was November 19, 2012, no one appeared. Compliance date given was
November 29, 2012, or $150 a day. Date complied May 24, 2013. Number of days for
non-compliance 175 days of non-compliance at $150 a day, for total fine of$26,250, plus
admin fee. Ms. Zalman ascertained that the owner had not been in contact with the City
until lien reduction process began. [Related Case 11-3076]
Mack Bernard, Esq., attorney for owners, noted the same facts as Case 11-3076, citing
the liens are more than the value of the property. Mr. Bernard proposed paying half the
admin costs or $442.06.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $1,312.50 plus$730.15 admin costs.
Case No. 14-1970 240 LLC
Property Address: 240 6t" Ave
Type of Property: Commercial (parking lot)
Violation(s): For code sections as stated
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Officer Pierre presented the case. Notice of violation August 19, 2014. Magistrate
hearing was November 15, 2014, no one appeared. Compliance date given was
November 30, 2014, or $150 a day. Date complied December 5, 2017. Number of days
for non-compliance 1,131 days of non-compliance at $150 a day, for total fine of
$169,640, plus admin fee.
Tom McCord, managing member, stated this was first brought to his attention in
December 2017 when selling the adjoining property at 617 NE 3rd St. Original notice went
to registered agent who did not notify Mr. McCord, or it would have been addressed
immediately. Officer Pierre confirmed the compliance was as stated by respondent;
however, Mr. McCord had no proof or affidavit that notice was not forwarded by registered
agent as claimed. Ms. Zalman tabled this item to later in the hearing, awaiting City
recommendation for reduced fine.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the fine to $3,500 plus $730.15 admin costs.
Case No. 16-892 Hillsborough Real Estate Investment LLC
Property Address: 1120 S Seacrest Blvd
Type of Property: Single-family, non-homesteaded
Violation(s): For code sections as stated
Officer Pierre presented the case. Notice of violation was May 10, 2016. Magistrate
hearing was June 15, 2016, no one appeared. Compliance date given was June 30,
2015, or $100 a day. Date complied January 5, 2017. Number of days for non-
compliance 188 days of non-compliance at $100 a day, for total fine of $18,800, plus
admin fee.
Richard Lewis, managing member, stated tenants were on property when fines started
to occur, windows needed repair but had to be replaced and there were access issues to
the property. Once property was vacated August 2017, the rest of the fines were
addressed. Costs for repairs to property were $22,000; Mr. Lewis asked for this to be
considered in reducing the lien. Discussion between Ms. Zalman, Officer Pierre, and Mr.
Lewis as to cooperation working with City to correct additional issues found during
inspections to bring property into compliance. Property is now for sale ($215,000,
$35,000 in renovations plus $22,000 stated earlier); respondents are not applying for a
BTR.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Ellis reduced the fine to $9,400 plus $730.15 admin costs.
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Case No. 15-1469 Flagstar Bank
Property Address: 2627 NE 4th Ct
Type of Property: Single-family
Violation(s): For code sections as stated
Officer Pierre presented the case. Notice of violation June 18, 2015. Magistrate hearing
was September 19, 2015, no one appeared. Compliance date given was February 29,
2016, or$100 a day. Date complied May 15, 2017. Number of days for non-compliance
624 days of nen-compliance at $100 a day, for total fine of $62,400, plus admin fee.
Andrew Marcus, Esq., attorney for owner, stated had been in communications with
Officer Pierre since May 2017 and various Staff on this case. Reduction of lien was
discussed, considering some discrepancies in compliance dates, and it was
recommended by City to reduce to $3,000 plus admin costs.
Decision
Based on testimony, Ms. Zalman reduced the lien to $3,000 plus $730.15 admin costs.
Fine Certifications
Case No. 17-497 EBMD Corp
Property Address: 623 SW 3rd Ave
Type of Property: R1A Single family
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Cain presented the case, stating this case has complied.
Case No. 17-1620 Renel & Elude Sylvain
Property Address: 433 SW 10th Ave
Type of Property: R1 A Single family
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Weixler presented the case. City recommended a 30-day compliance after the
printed order, or $75 day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 30-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $75 a day.
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Case No. 17-1623 Dena Debusk
Property Address: 118 NW 14th St
Type of Property: R1AA Single family
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Weixler presented the case. City recommended a 15-day compliance after the
printed order, or $50 day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 15-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $50 a day.
Case No. 17-2433 Duane S & Faith D Cyr
Property Address: 134 SE 9th Ave
Type of Property: R1 A Single family
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Weixler presented the case. Signed green card received January 26, 2018. City
recommended a 15-day compliance after the printed order, or $50 day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 15-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $50 a day.
Case No. 17-2467 R Diane Copeland Trust
Property Address: 902 S Seacrest Blvd.
Type of Property: R2 Duplex
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Weixler presented the case. Service posted on property February 9, 2018. City
recommended a 15-day compliance after the printed order, or $25 day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 15-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $25 a day.
Case No. 17-1779 Emile Moise
Property Address: 50 NE 28th Ct
Type of Property: R1 Single family
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
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Officer Spence presented the case. Notice posted on property and at City Hall February
9, 2018. City recommended a 10-day compliance after the printed order, or$25 a day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 10-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $25 a day.
Case No. 17-2259 Minnie P Mitchell Est
Property Address: 416 NW 11 th Ave
Type of Property: R2 Duplex
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Cain presented the case. Notice posted on property and at City Hall February 9,
2018. City recommended a 30-day compliance after the printed order, or$50 a day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 30-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $50 a day.
Case No. 17-2344 US Bank Trust NA Tr
Property Address: 1063 Fosters Mill Rd
Type of Property: Single family
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Guim presented the case. Signed green card received January 17, 2018. City
recommended a 10-day compliance after the printed order, or $50 a day.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman ordered 10-day compliance as stated on the Board
Order, or $50 a day.
Case No. 17-798 Jean C Saint Fort
Property Address: 518 NE 2nd St
Type of Property: R2 Duplex
Violation(s): For Code Sections as stated
Officer Cain presented the case, stating the compliance date was November 24, 2017.
City requested the order be amended to extend compliance date to March 15, 2018.
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Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Ellis extended the compliance date to March 15, 2018.
Case No. 17-837 Bham Partners LLC
Property Address: 1310 N Federal Hwy
Type of Property: C4 General Commercial
Violation(s): LDR CH4 ART3 SECT 11
Repair and paint fence at rear of property.
Officer Cain presented the case. Notice of violation July 12, 2017. Magistrate hearing
was October 18, 2017, respondents did appear. Compliance date given was December
9, 2017, or $100 a day plus admin fees. Property inspected February 15, 2018, violation
no longer exists. Date complied May 15, 2017. Number of days for non-compliance 38
days at $100 a day, plus $634 admin fee.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman certified the fine at $3,800 plus $634 admin costs.
Case No. 17-1080 Lansky Heritage Holdings LLC
Property Address: 189 SE 27th Place
Type of Property: R1AA Single Family
Violation(s): CO CH15 SECT 15-120D INCL
CO CH13 SECT 13-16
CO CH13 SECT 13-7 INCL
De-weed driveway and mow yard. Obtain Business Tax
Receipt. Obtain Certificate of Use and Occupancy.
Business Tax Receipt.
Officer Scott presented the case. Notice of violation date September 13, 2017.
Magistrate hearing date November 15, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance date
December 28, 2017. Fine proposed by Magistrate was$75 a day plus administrative fees.
Property last inspected February 13, 2018, violations still exist. Number of days of non-
compliance 52 days at $75 a day, plus administrative fees, total of$4,534.12.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman certified the fine as recommended by City.
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Case No. 17-128 Eric Foster and E&M Anker
Property Address: 417 SW 1St Ave
Type of Property: R1 Single family
Violation(s): CO CH13 SECT 13-16
CO CH13 SECT 13-7 INCL
Apply for, pass inspection for, and obtain Certificate of Use
and Occupancy. Obtain a Business Tax Receipt.
Officer Hart presented the case. Notice of violation date ,lune 28, 2017. Magistrate
hearing date November 15, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance date December 9, 2017.
Fine proposed by Magistrate was $50 a day plus administrative fees. Property last
inspected February 8, 2018, and violations complied. Number of days of non-compliance
62 days at $50 a day, plus administrative fees of $730.15.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman certified the fine as recommended by City.
Case No. 17-471 Boynton Partners LLC
Property Address: 204 SW 3rd Ave
Type of Property: R3 Multi famiy
Violation(s): CO CH13 SECT 13-16
CO CH13 SECT 13-7 INCL
CO CH10 SECT 10-56B
CO CH10 SECT 10-56D
CO CH10 SECT 10-56E
CO CH10 SECT 10-59D
A permit is required for hot water heater (complied)
Apply for, pass inspection for, and obtain Certificate of Use
and Occupancy. Obtain a Business Tax Receipt. Repair
or replace broken walkway at front door. Repair broken
tile and soft floor (unverified). Repair water damaged
window casing on exterior of property (unverified). Repair
covered downspouts to move water away from foundation
(unverified). Electrical breaker box must have cover
(unverified).
Officer Hart presented the case. Notice of violation date April 10, 2017. Magistrate
hearing date November 15, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance date December 14,
2017. Fine proposed by Magistrate was $200 a day plus administrative fees. Property
last inspected February 21, 2018, and violations still exist (with exception of water heater
permit). Number of days of non-compliance 70 days, continues to accrue at $200 a day,
plus administrative fees of$730.15.
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Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman certified the fine as recommended by City.
Case No. 17-766 Charlene N Stimely
Property Address: 2553 SW 10th Court
Type of Property: R1AA Single family
Violation(s): CO CH10 SECT 10-52
CO CH15 SECT 15-120D INCL
CO CH15 SECT 15-120E INCL
CO CH10 SECT 10-56D
CO CH10 SECT 10-56G
Mow the property, trim bushes, sod bare areas in front
yard, remove trash and debris, repair facia board, repair
broken fence, remove recycle bins and garbage can from
public view, remove loose tile from front and rear yard, and
remove debris.
Officer Guim presented the case. Notice of violation date May 11, 2017. Magistrate
hearing date September 20, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance date October 14, 2017.
Fine proposed by Magistrate was $50 a day plus administrative fees. Property last
inspected February 20, 2018, and violations are complied. Number of days of non-
compliance are 139 days at $50 a day, plus administrative fees of$634.12. Officer Guim
has been working with elderly owner, property is large and difficult to maintain, and could
not leave house to appear. City recommends lowering fine.
Decision
Ms. Zalman certified there is no fine, but owner pay one-half of admin costs, or $317.06.
Case No. 17-1449 Top Rental LLC
Property Address: 1633 N Seacrest Blvd
Type of Property: R1 Single family
Violation(s): CO CH 13 SECT 13-16
CO CH 13 SECT 13-7 INCL
CO CH13 SECT 13-120D INCL
CO CH10 SECT 10-2
Apply for, pass inspection for, and obtain Certificate of Use
and Occupancy. Obtain a Business Tax Receipt. Remove
dead vegetation. Remove outdoor storage.
Officer Guim presented the case. Notice of violation date September 5, 2017. Magistrate
hearing date November 15, 2017, no one appeared. Compliance date December 29
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2017. Property is not in compliance, violations still exist. Number of days of non-
compliance are 54 days.
Decision
As no one appeared, Ms. Zalman certified the fine as recommended by City.
II. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
Item Case No. Status
2 17-800 Removed for 30 days
3 17-266 Removed for 30 days
4 17-1157 Removed for 60 days
8 17-1913 Removed for 60 days
13 18-34 Complied
14 17-1399 Removed
15 17-1536 Removed for 30 days
17 17-1933 Com plied
18 17-2347 Complied
19 17-2368 Complied
21 17-1965 Removed for 30 days
23 17-1081 Removed for 30 days
24 17-1840 Complied
26 17-1827 Removed for 30 days
27 17-2311 Removed for 30 days
38 17-453 Closed
39 17-454 Closed
40 17-465 Closed
41 17-466 Closed
42 17-467 Closed
IV. ADJOURNMENT
Ms. Zalman concluded the hearing at 11:39 a.m.
[M. Moore, Prototype Inc.]
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