Waive interest, penalties, administrative fees  for Demolition Lien totaling $11,275.46 against 703 N 23rd Street, Ft. Pierce, FL, owned by Milagros Suarez and contingent upon payment of $7,644.50 with a payment plan.

This matter was heard before the City Commission on Oct. 6, 2014. At the meeting, the City Commission approved to waive all interest, penalties and administration costs leaving a balance due of $7,644.50 (hard costs only).

Milagros Suarez, 1001 NW 17th Court, Miami, FL 33125, was not present because she was sent a notice to appear on Oct. 20, 2014 in error. She has requested this matter be placed before the City Commission again to allow her the opportunity to speak during public comment.

Ms. Suarez is asking the Commission to consider  waiving interest, penalties, administrative fees, and a percentage of the hard costs against a demolition lien in the amount of $11,275.46 leaving a balance due of $4,000.00, payable with a payment plan.  Ms. Suarez supplies the following statements to support her request:

1. Ms. Suarez settled the lot clearing prior to this hearing by paying the full amount due.
2. Ms. Suarez is only working part-time and cannot afford the full payment amount.
3. Ms. Suarez plans on retiring in January and returning to her home country.

Staff recommends waiving interest, penalties, and administrative fees in the amount of $3,630.96 contingent upon payment of demolition costs in the amount of  $7,644.50 payable in 24 months.

1.  Accept Ms. Suarez offer of $4,000.
2.  Deny request.
3.  Determine alternative amount.

Colleen Greer, Code Enforcement Executive Secretary.

Margaret Arraiz, Code Compliance Manager.