9:06 AM
Code Compliance Manager - Margaret Arraiz
Parking Enforcement Specialist - John Futch
Code Enforcement Officer - Isaac Saucedo
Code Compliance Supervisor - Janey Vanderhorst
Animal Control Officer - Kenny Nelson
Animal Control Officer - Ricardo Pellot
Volunteer - Charlene Adair
Code Enforcement Officer - Heather Debevec
| 19-2424 PK Dismissed |
117 Atlantic Avenue | Miranda, Ginger Allison | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | August 26, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Miranda, Ginger Allison |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time limited - 2 Hr Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9245PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 19-2295AC Rescheduled |
106 N 16th Street | Fitzpatrick, Alexis D | Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: August 10, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Alexis D Fitzpatrick 2807 SW Rosetta Street Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00819AC | 4-24 (A) Animal Neglect | $250.00 x1 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $265.00 |
| 00820AC | 4-51 Registration Required | $250.00 x1 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $265.00 |
| 00/21AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccination Required | $100.00 x1 | $100.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $115.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $605.00 | $30.00 | $15.00 | $645.00 |
| 19-2625AC Pulled |
1109 Hills Court | Domingo, Elsy D Nohemi | Kenneth Nelson |
| Case Initiated: August 9, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Elsy D Nohemi Domingo |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00853AC | 4-21 Running At Large | $100.00 x 2 | $200.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $215.00 |
| 19-2058AC 19-2073AC Paid |
1329-B Peppertree Trail | Flesche, Elizabeth S | Kenneth Nelson |
| Case Initiated: August 9, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Elizabeth S Flesche 1329 B Peppertree Trl Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00272AC | 4-21 Running At Large | $50.00 x 2 | $100.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $115.00 |
| 18-2161 CE Complied |
2111 S US Highway 1 | Morris / Satnick FP Assoc LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | August 17, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Morris / Satnick FP Assoc LLC 350 Veterans Blvd Rutherford, NJ 07070 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Joseph Morris 1901 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| CONTACT PERSON: Peter Feldman Senior Vice President The Morris Companies 15155 Michelangelo Blvd Suite 102 Delray Beach, FL 33446 EMAIL: peter@peterfeldman.com |
REGISTERED AGENT (New Jersey): C T Corporation System 1200 S Pine Island Rd Plantation, FL 33324 |
Section 15-3(b)(2) - Removal of Signs - Maintenance
| 19-2008 CE Complied |
505 N 6th Street | Nowell, Barbara Nowell, Willie |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 30, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Barbara Nowell Willie Nowell 505 N 6th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Barbara Bell 505 N 6th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) - Non - Operable Vehicles
| 19-2009 PK | 211 Orange Avenue | Fernandez, Bernard S | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | July 29, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Bernard S Fernandez |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time limited - 2 Hr Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9209PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Bernard S Fernandez having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-2133 PK | 100 Marina Way | Wilson, Brendan G | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | August 8, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Brendan Geoffrey Wilson |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time limited - 2 Hr Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9225PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Brendan G Wilson having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-2134 PK | 116 N 2nd Street | Muise, Beryl Iris | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | August 8, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Beryl Iris Muise |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time limited - 2 Hr Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9222 PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Beryl Iris Muise having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-2164 PK | Atlantic Avenue | Jones, Eukeba Adrienne | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | August 12, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Jones, Eukeba Adrienne |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time limited - 2 Hr Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9227PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Eukeba Adrienne Jones having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-2353 PK | Orange Ave/Indian River Dr Lot | Ean Trust Company | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | August 20, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Ean Trust Company |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time limited - 2 Hr. Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9239PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Ean Trust Company having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-2011 PK | Orange Ave/Indian River Dr Lot | Olson, Nicholas & Lydia | John Futch |
| Case Initiated: | July 29, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Nicholas Daniel Olson, Lydia Marie Olson |
PARKING VIOLATION: Time Limited - 2 Hr Parking |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9210PK | 10-23(P) Parking Regulation | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Nicholas and Lydia Olson having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation $50.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and $18.00 late fee or a total of $78.00 within 30 days. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-2135AC | Fort Pierce City Marina | Nelson, Florence M | Ricardo Pellot |
| Case Initiated: July 18, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Florence M Nelson 12352 S Frontage #39X Rd Yuma, AZ 85367 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00817AC | 4-21 Running at Large | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $65.00 |
| 00818AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccination Required | $100.00 x 1 | $100.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $115.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $150.00 | $20.00 | $10.00 | $180.00 |
The Special Magistrate finds that a violation does exist and that Florence M Nelson having been provided notice and failing to appear, is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It was ordered that she pay the total amount on the citation as listed within 30 days.
Failure to pay the total amount of $180.00 within 30 days will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-1961AC | 1205 N 22nd Street | Brooks, Veronica | Kenneth Nelson |
| Case Initiated: June 28, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR: Veronica Brooks 1205 N 22nd Street Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | AC Surcharge | Total Due |
| 00269AC | 4-50 Registration Required | $250.00 x 5 | $1250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $1260.00 |
| 00268AC | 4-27 Rabies Vaccination | $100.00 x 5 | $500.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $515.00 |
| 00816AC | 4-24 Animal Neglect | $250.00 x 5 | $1250.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $1260.00 |
| TOTAL DUE | $3000.00 | $30.00 | $15.00 | $3045.00 |
Officer Nelson said they received a call from 911 that an elderly lady couldn't take care of the dogs anymore and wanted to turn them in. When he got to the house he noticed the condition of one of the dogs. He saw there were 4 other dogs and called for back-up. At this time he wrote citations for neglect but not for animal cruelty. He said at this time there is no proof that any of the violations have been complied.
Paul Nelson Johnson and Veronica Brooks Johnson were sworn in. Mrs. Johnson said she was the person who called animal control, not the elderly woman. Mrs. Johnson said they moved out of the house and wanted animal control to come pick up the dogs. She didn't want her nephew taking care of them. She said she was working two jobs, but still took food to the residence; however, her nephew didn't feed them. She said they called a couple of months earlier for Animal Control to pick up the dogs but they told her they didn't have time to pick them up at that time. She said they called at that time for help and didn't understand why they were being cited now.
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Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said they received the complaint from United for Animals and the rabies expired in December, 2018. Animal Control has had prior calls on this owner and she recommended fines as indicated.
Assistant City Attorney Earley recommended giving them 12 months to pay.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and that Veronica Brooks is ordered to pay the amount on the citation number(s) listed as follows within 12 months from the date of the hearing. Failure to pay the total amount of $3,045.00 prior to the expiration date will result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be imposed.
| 19-1626 CE | 705 N 23rd Street | Ray, Tmesha | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | June 27, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Tmesha Ray 310 N 24th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 22-67 (B)(5) - Fence Maintenance - Permit Required
Tmesha Ray was sworn in. She said she was denied the permit from the Building Department so she removed the fence.
Assistant City Attorney Earley asked the Special Magistrate to continue the case to allow the code officer to inspect the property to see if the fence has been removed.
The Special Magistrate, after hearing the Assistant Attorney's request, continued this case until November 13, 2019.
| 19-2576 CE R&D |
315 S 17th Street | Lazare, Ermith | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 2, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | R & D |
| OWNER: Ermith Lazare 3406 Menendez Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34947 |
Section 11-30 - Refrigerator / Ice Box Safety
The Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) did exist but has been cured as of the date of this hearing. The violators shall be warned that if these violations re-occur, pursuant to FL Statute 162.09, the Code Officer may notify the Special Magistrate and request that a fine be entered.
| 19-2038 CE | 1510 Boston Avenue | Pierre, Ghislaine | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | August 7, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Ghislaine Pierre 284 SE Lakehurst Dr Pt. St. Lucie, FL 34983 |
TENANT: Mericel St Eus 1510 Boston Ave Apt A Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| TENANT: Anrisme Francois 1510 Boston Ave Apt B Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (11)- Outside Storage Indoor Furniture
Section(s): 16-25 (C) - Responsibility for Containers
The Special Magistrate found that Section(s) 16-46, 16-47- 16-48 (11) did exist but has been cured as of the date of this hearing. The violators shall be warned that if these violations re-occur, pursuant to FL Statute 162.09, the Code Officer may notify the Special Magistrate and request that a fine be entered.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist for Section(s) 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) and 16-25 (C) and that Ghislaine Pierre having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. It is hereby ordered that the Violator be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they will be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-2026 CE | 114 S 16th Street | Pierre, Majorie | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | August 7, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Marjorie Pierre P O Box 695 Ft. Pierce, FL 34954 |
Section 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building ( covered windows)
Officer Debevec said she received a phone call that the shutters were almost done, but the property owner needed a little more time. The respondent was not present.
After hearing testimony from the officer, the Special Magistrate continued this case until November 13, 2019.
| 19-1853 CE | 2703 Hills Court | Bush, Lyudmila | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Lyudmila Bush 2301 SW Sala St Pt. St. Lucie, FL 34953 |
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage
Officer Debevec said she spoke to Ms Bush who is working in California. Ms. Bush said she has a contractor and they told her she didn't need a permit. The respondent was not present.
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Lyudmilla Bush, having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. She ordered that the violator has30 days in which to apply for the permit andcomply with all conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time given, a fine of $100.00 will be assessed for each day the violation continues past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 18-2160 CE | 2009 S US Highway 1 | Morris /Satnick FP Assoc LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | August 17, 2018 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Morris Satnick FP Assoc LLC 350 Veterans Blvd Rutherford, NJ 07070 |
REGISTERED AGENT (New Jersey): C T Corporation System 1200 S Pine Island Rd Plantation, FL 33324 |
| REGISTERED AGENT (Florida): Joseph Morris 1901 S US HWY 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
CONTACT PERSON: Peter Feldman Senior Vice President The Morris Companies 15155 Michelangelo Blvd Suite 102 Delray Beach, FL 33446 EMAIL: peter@peterfeldman.com |
| TENANT: Tops China Inc 1987 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT (Tops China): Sum Tsnag Cheng 109 E Plymouth Deland, FL 32724 |
| TENANT: Bargain Buys Beauty Supply 1989 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT ( Bargain Buys Beauty Supply): Feroz Chagani 1989 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| TENANT: Advance America 1995 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 3450 |
REGISTERED AGENT (Advance America); Corporation Service Company 1201 Hays St Tallahassee, FL 32301 |
| TENANT: Fancy Nails by Ana 1991 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT ( Fancy Nails by Ana): Nga Nguyen 708 Osceola Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| TENANT: Quantum Restaurants LLC 1999 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT ( Quantum Restaurants): David Kerben 118 E Robinson Orlando, FL 32801 |
| TENANT: Little Caesar's Pizza 1999 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Aaron's Sales & Lease Ownership 2045 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT (Aaron's Sales): Corporation Service Company 1201 Hays St Tallahassee, FL 32301 |
TENANT: Family Dollar 2047 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT (Family Dollar): Prentice - Hall Corporation System Inc 110 N Magnolia St Tallahassee, FL 32301 |
TENANT: Men's Rags 2053 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT ( Men's Rags): Mohammad Abraham 2053 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Maures Dodson 2057 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| TENANT: Cash Services Inc 2059 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT ( Cash Services): Thomas Moser 9500 S Ocean Dr Jensen Beach, FL 34957 |
| TENANT: Muhammad Rashid 2103 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: $9.99 & Up Shoe Factory 2103 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| REGISTERED AGENT ( $9.99 & Up Shoe Factory): C T Corporation System 1200 S Pine ISland Rd Plantation, FL 33324 |
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
IPMC 304.6 - Exterior Walls
IPMC 304.7 - Roofs and Drainage
Officer Debevec said there is a permit for the roof and once the roof is repaired they will paint the building.
Peter Feldman was sworn in. He is the representative for the Morris Companies. He said the insurance claim from Hurricane Irma has been settled and they have applied for the revised permit for the roof over the K-Mart building. They wanted to do this before doing the other repairs where the old Winn Dixie is. They have received quotes as of November 5 for painting the building. Staff made copies of the quotes which were admitted into evidence as Respondent's composite A.
The Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Morris/Satnick FP Associates LLC has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 45 days in which to comply with the city code of ordinances. In the event the violation(s) are not cured or complied within the time given, a fine of $100.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation(s) continue past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-0072 CE | 1018 N 13th Street | Terry, Patricia Ruthe, Willie |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 16, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Patricia Terry Willia Ruthe 1018 N 13th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 302.7 - Accessory Structure
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48(1)(5) - Outside Storage
Officer Debevec said the conditions were still the same and some conditions were worse than the original report. The respondent was not present.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Patricia Terry and Willie Ruthe having been provided notice and failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, this Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City. She ordered that the violator(s) has 30 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with all conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time given, a fine of $50.00 will be assessed for each day the violation continues past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-0404 CE | 311 N 18th Street | Williams - Parker, Kimberly | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | February 13, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Kimberly Williams - Parker 311 N 18th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage
Kimberly Williams-Parker was sworn in. She said she received a letter from Rebuild Florida. Her application and one of the inspections has been done. They are telling her it could be 30 days or more as there are other inspections to be done. She has reached out to other organizations with no help. She has been out of work for several months now, supports 5 children and financially she is unable to do the work at this time. A copy of the letter was admitted as Respondent's 1.
On hearing testimony from the code officer and the property owner, the Special Magistrate continued this case until February 5, 2020.
| 19-1528 CE | 418 N 25th Street | Monds McCullough, Inez | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | June 19, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Inez Monds McCullough 418 N 25th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Wonderful Wheels 418 N 25th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
IPMC 302.3 - Sidewalks and Driveways
Inez Monds McCullough was sworn in. She said she had just purchased the building and a lot of work has to be done. She has applied for a permit to put up a privacy fence and hide the outside storage. She said she would paint the wood and after speaking with the building department, she is going to replace the driveway with concrete.
The Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Inez Monds McCullough has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 60 days in which to comply with the city code of ordinances and if necessary apply and obtain a permit from the Building Department. In the event the violation(s) are not cured or complied within the time given, a fine of $50.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation(s) continue past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-0409 CE | 316 N 18th Street | Johnson, Elsa | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | April 24, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Elsa Johnson 5109 San Diego Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 |
TENANT: Olriche Gezil 316 N 18th ST Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage
Officer Debevec said the tarp is still there.
Elsa Johnson and her daughter Suzanne Darville, were sworn in. Ms. Darville said they were going through the insurance company to get everything fixed. They paid someone to get the permit but when they were ready to sit down and discuss the work they changed the price. They are now looking for different contractors to get estimates. They didn't know about the permit expiring.
The Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Elsa Johnson has committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 60 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with all conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time given, a fine of $50.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation(s) continue past the date set for compliance. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-2489 VR | 1550 S Ocean Drive A-1 | Sanchez, Andres Sintes, Maria |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | September 13, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Andres Sanchez Maria Sintes 1550 S Ocean Dr A-5 Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
Section 22-22 - Allowed Uses
Charlene Adair, volunteer for the City's Code Department, came forward for testimony. She acknowledged initiating this case on September 9, 2019. She provided a copy of the ad which was admitted as City's composite 1. She said the ads were still up and a calendar on the web page shows there is a future reservation that states 30 day rental. She also said there was no Business Tax Receipt or any other kind of license on record.
The Special Magistrate found the violators who are not present and having been provided notice but failing to appear is responsible for the violation(s). Further, the Court enters a Default Summary Judgement based on the unrefuted facts as presented by the City that the violators, Andres Sanchez and Maria Sintes are deemed to have admitted guilt of conducting short- term rentals. The rentals that have already commenced are considered irreversible and irrevocable in nature. The Special Magistrate ordered a fine equal to one month’s rental, $3,047.00 be assessed. The Special Magistrate also ordered an immediate cease and desist be imposed and all future rentals be terminated immediately with proof of cancellation. All advertisements for short term rentals are to be removed. Advertisements on websites dedicated to vacation and short- term rentals are assumed to be for vacation or short- term rentals regardless of the length of stay listed in the advertisement. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie.
| 19-0483 Massey |
1016 Tortugas Avenue |
Ramirez, Armando Mendez |
Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | February 21, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Massey |
| VIOLATOR: Armando Mendez Ramirez 1016 Tortugas Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
PARKING VIOLATION: |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) Outside Storage
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) Parking on other than Pavement
Code Compliance Supervisor Janey Vanderhorst was sworn as interpretor. Armando Mendez Ramirez was sworn in. He agreed to the $250.00 payable in 30 days.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be reduced from $1,530.00 (includes $30.00 recording fees) to $250.00 payable in 30 days. If not paid within this time period, the fines would revert to the original amount and a lien would be recorded at the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court’s Office.
11:15 AM
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk