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Code Compliance Manager - Margaret Arraiz
Code Enforcement Officer - Heather Debevec
Code Enforcement Officer - Isaac Saucedo
Code Enforcement Officer - Chad Dawson
Urban Forester - Paul Bertram
Building Department - Shaun Coss
| 19-2937 CT COMPLIED |
1018 N 13th Street | Ruthe, Willie | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 1, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| OWNER: Patricia Terry Willie Ruthe 1018 N 13th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Total Due |
| 00741CE | 11-30 Refrigerator / ice box safety | 1 @ $250.00 | $250.00 | $10.00 | $260.00 |
| 19-2852 CE COMPLIED |
608 Emil Drive | Morales, Alex | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | October 30, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Alex Morales 608 Emil Dr Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) – Parking on Other Than Pavement
| 19-3045 CE CONTINUED |
225 S US Hwy 1 | Hemingway, Paul H & Laurel | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | November 19, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Paul H Hemingway Laurel M Hemingway 225 S US Highway 1 Ft Pierce, FL 34950 |
OTHER ADDRESSES: Tropic Automotive 225 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| OTHER ADDRESSES: The Golden Gate 225 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment.
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and drainage.
| 19-3264 CE PULLED |
912 N 22nd Street | Jackson, Sarah P Wright, Janie P |
Maximillion Lewis |
| Case Initiated: | May 15, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Sarah P Jackson Janie P Wright 7583 Maige Ln Tallahassee, Fl 32310 |
TENANT: Johnny B Wright 912 N 22 ST Fort Pierce, Fl. 34950 |
Section(s): 22-192 (A), 22-177 – Tree Removal
| 20-0070 CE COMPLIED |
1406 Georgia Avenue | Martinez, Pablo | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 16, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Pablo Martinez 1406 Georgia Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building ( covered windows)
| 19-3445 BTR COMPLIED |
221 Avenue A | Calypso Yacht Sales | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | December 19, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: James Hatfield Po Box 1506 Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
VIOLATOR: Calypso Yacht Sales 221 Avenue A Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 19-3466 BTR CONTINUED |
515 S US Highway 1 | Julio C Delgado & Reyna Sampieri |
Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | December 31, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Julio C Delgado Reyna Sampieri 2537 Sw Galiano Road Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 19-3469 BTR CONTINUED |
523 S US Highway 1 | Julio C Delgado & Reyna Sampieri |
Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | December 31, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Julio C Delgado Reyna Sampieri 2537 Sw Galiano Rd Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 20-0289 VR CONTINUED |
1550 S Ocean Drive | Sanchez, Andres Sintes, Maria |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 23, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Repeat |
| Previous Order Date: | November 6, 2019 |
| OWNER: Andres Sanchez Maria Sintes 1550 S Ocean Dr A5 Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
OWNER: Andres Sanchez Maria Sintes 15628 SW 16th St Pembroke Pines, FL 33027 |
Section 22-22 - Allowed Uses
Section 9-27 (B) - Doing Business without a Tax
| 20-0248 CE COMPLIED |
309 N 12th Street | McCarthy, Tommie | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | January 22, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Tommie McCarthy 309 N 12th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 5-1.104.5 – Unsafe Building (covered windows)
| 19-3467 BTR CONTINUED |
519 S US Highway 1 | Julio C Delgado & Reyna Sampieri |
Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | December 31, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Julio C Delgado Reyna Sampieri 2537 Sw Galiano Rd Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
| 19-3345 PK | 100 N US Highway 1 | Brown, Stuart | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | December 10, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| OWNER: Stuart Brown |
LIEN HOLDER: PNC Bank National Association |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 9085 PK | 10-23(Q) - Handicap Parking | $250.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $278.00 |
Special Magistrate Ross found that a violation does exist and Stuart Brown is ordered to pay the amount on the citation $250.00 plus $10.00 administrative fees and a late fee $18.00 for a total amount due of $278.00 payable within 30 days of the hearing date. Failure to pay the total amount within 30 days wil result in the case being turned over to the St. Lucie County Court and an additional fee may be charged.
| 19-3389 CE | 723 S 7th Street | Galinis, Jeff & Jamiebeth | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | December 12, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Jeff & Jamiebeth Galinis 1710 Plover Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
TENANT: |
Section(s): 22-194 (C) (F) - Tree Protection and Mitigation
Jamiebeth Galinis was sworn in. She said the tree, a royal poincianna, was not a native tree. It was native to Madagascar. It was in the wrong location and dying. She had it taken out and didn't know she needed a permit. She said she bought another tree to replace it with but she would put it in a different location. She presented photos marked as respondent's composite 1.
Urban Forester Bertram said he thought the tree was a jacaranda, but regardless of the actual type, all flowering trees are protected by the City and needs a tree removal permit. He said there were some circumstances that showed damage and the location was not good and she would probably been approved to remove the tree. However, she did not get a permit. He said the permit cost $35.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said she understood the owner's reasoning behind cutting down the tree. Recommended that the Special Magistrate charge them a double permit fee.
Mrs Galinis was agreeable to this and said she would donate the replacement tree to any park the City would prefer.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet does exist and that Jeff and Jamiebeth Galinas has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 30 days in which to pay a double permit fee of $70.00 plus a reduced fine of $180.00 for a total of $250.00 payable to the City of Fort Pierce Tree Fund. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 20-0130 CE | 1001 Avenue G | Mitchell, Barry L Mitchell Jr, Barry L |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 16, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Barry Mitchell Barry Mitchell Jr 3664 Thomasson Crossing Dr Triangle, VA 22172 |
TENANT: Londretta Bradley 1001 Avenue G Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10)(D) - Non - Operable Vehicles
Barry Mitchell came forward and affirmed she would tell the truth. She said she has been working with the tenant to get the stuff moved.
Special Magistrate Ross asked how the case came about and she was told it was part of a sweep.
Special Magistrate found that the violation 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) does exist and that Bary Mitchell has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator has 10 days in which to comply with the City Code of Ordinances. In the event the violation is not cured or complied within the time given, a fine of $50.00 per day will be assessed for each day the violation 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.
Special Magistrate found that Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (10) (D) 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.
| 20-0107 CE | 421 N 10th Street | Dellepere (TR), Patricia | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 16, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Patricia Dellepere (TR) 421 N 10th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Tenant 421 N 10th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-25 (C) - Responsibility for Containers
Rafael Nieves was sworn in. He is a realtor-investor. He said the property is vacant and ready to rent. They warned the new tenant about putting the containers in the proper area after pickup. He said they were also doing the landscaping that the City asked them to do.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Patricia Dellepere (TR) has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 30 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 $10.00 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.
| 20-0039 CE | 320 N 13th Street | Johnson, Willie Johnson, Allicia |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 10, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Willie Johnson Allicia Johnson 320 N 13th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 5-1.104.5 - Unsafe Building (covered windows)
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
The respondent was not present.
Special Magistrate Ross found that Section 5-1.104.5 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.
Special Magistrate found that 16-46, ,16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) does exist and that Willie & Allicia Johnson 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.
| 19-3454 CE | 3945 S US Highway 1 | Scavello Management LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 10, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Scavello Management LLC Paul Scavello 101 City Island Ave Bronx, NY 10464 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Paul Scavello 2112 S US Hghway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950
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Section 22-192 - Permit Required
Paul Scavello was sworn in. He said he was told he didn't need a permit to remove Brazilian peppers. He said the City acknowledged this information on November 22. He paid a company to remove the trees and clear the land. Then a stop work order was issued.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said there was other trees besides the Brazilian peppers. For example sabal palms and he needed a permit to remove them.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Scavello Management LLC have committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 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 $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.
| 19-2857 CE | 613 Emil Drive | Smart, David | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | October 31, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: David Smart 613 Emil Drive Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) – Parking on Other Than Pavement
Special Magistrate Ross found that a violation does exist and that David Smart 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
| 19-3091 CE | 2220 S US Highway 1 | Talaee FL LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 19, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Talaee FL LLC 711 Paramus Rd Paramus, NJ 07652 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Hamed Saraj 4029 Lighthouse Ln Naples, FL 34112 |
| TENANT: CVS 2220 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL34950 |
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure - General
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
IPMC 302.7 Accessory Structure
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Talaee FL LLC 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.
| 19-3152 CE | 960 S US Highway 1 | 960 US 1 LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 21, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: 960 US 1 LLC 960 S US Hwy 1 FT. Pierce, FL 34950 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Gilbert Carlson 960 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
| TENANT: Jons Quality Mobil Auto 960 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Gilbert Carlson 960 S US Highway 1 Upper Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 302.7 - Accessory Structure
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
Code Compliance Manager said at the time the violation was written a permit was required to repair the fence; however, just recently the City has decided it is not necessary.
John Carlson, registered agent for 960 US 1 LLC was sworn in. He said they have been hand scraping and pressure cleaning the galvanized metal stairway for several weeks now. It was painted with an oil based paint and very hard to get off. He said they were going to take the fence down and wants to put up a stucco wall to separate his building and the police department. He said the tires have been moved.
Special Magistrate dismissed the violation for IPMC 302.7 as permits are no longer necessary for fence repair. She found the violation for IPMC 304.2 does exist and that 960 US 1 LLC 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. 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.
| 20-0049 CE | S US Highway 1 2434-601-0052-0106 |
Scavello Management LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 10, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Scavello Management LLC Paul Scavello 101 City Island Ave Bronx, NY 10464 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Paul Scavello 2112 S US Highway 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 22-192 - Permit Required
Special Magistrate Ross found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Scavello Management LLC have committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 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 $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.
| 20-0031 CE | 207 Dixieland Drive | Castor, Natacha | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 9, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Natacha Castor 207 Dixieland Dr. Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section(s): 22-194 (C)(F) - Tree Protection and Mitigation
Natacha and Simon Castor were sworn in. Mrs. Castor said the FPUA told them they would have to remove the tree as they were putting in an underground wire. She said they did not say anything about a permit. They removed 1 tree in front of the house and 1 on the west side as they were compromising the job being done.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz asked Urban Forester Paul Bertram if he knew anything about this and he said no, they have their own tree contractors. She asked them to give Officer Debevec the name of the person who told them this and she would check it out. She asked the Special Magistrate to continue the case until the 18th.
Special Magistrate Ross continued this case until March 18.
| 19-3395 CE | 709 S 7th Street | Willes, Tylan R | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | December 18, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Tylan Willes 709 S 7th St Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
Tylan Willes was sworn in. He said the violations were now in compliance and presented photos that were marked as respondents exhibit 1. City agreed the violations were in compliance and asked that the case be dismissed.
Special Magistrate Ross, after hearing testimony from the respondent, determined the violations were in compliance and dismissed the case.
| 19-3074 CE | 417 El Rancho Drive | Neilson, John & Christina | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 19, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: John & Christina Neilson 417 El Rancho Dr Ft.Pierce, FL 34950 |
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage
John Neilson was sworn in. He said he just hasn't had time to take care of the violations. He asked for more time and City agreed to give him 45 days.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that John & Christina Neilson have committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator(s) have 45 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.
| 19-3087 CE | 503 El Rancho Drive | C2 & E Properties LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated | November 19, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: C2 & E Properties LLC 1880 NW 140th Ter Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Walford Campbell 6153 NW Guntar Dr Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 |
| TENANT: Sylvia Pena 503 El Rancho Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 22-67 (B)(5) - Fence Maintenance - Permit Required
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that C2 & E Properties LLC 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 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 $100.00 per day 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
| 19-3494 CE | 2106 Golfview Court | JBM Proeprties LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 7, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: JBM Properties LLC 12723 Ashley Falls Dr San Diego, CA 92130 |
REGUSTERED AGENT: Yarron Benmoshe 5225 Collins Ave unit 111 Miami Beach, FL 33140 |
| OTHER: Jacob Benmoshe 2106 Golfview Ct Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) - Outside Storage
Special Magistrate Ross found that Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) 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.
| 20-0341 CE | 115 S 13th Street | Alouption, Mirielle | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | February 4, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Mirielle Alouption 1450 SW Dimperio Ave Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 |
Section 22-194(s): (C)(F) - Tree Protection and Mitigation
She said 3 oak trees were removed. She hired a contractor to do the work; but he didn't tell her about the permit.
Mirelle Alouption was sworn in. She said the contractor kept all of the plans and did not tell her about the permit. She said she has the permit now but didn't have it with her.
Special Magistrate Ross said the homeowner hires a contractor who says they are licensed but does not check with the Building Depatment.They quote a price, get paid, do the work, and the home owner is responsible for anything that happens after that.
Urban Forester Bertram said she got the permit after the trees were removed.
She continued the case until March 18 to allow the respondent to get proof of the permit.
Ms. Alouption returned at the end of the meeting and her case was recalled. She presented paperwork reference the permit that was marked as respondent's exhibit 1.
At the end of the hearing, Ms. Alouption returned with the proof. After inspecting the proof and finding a violation was still in effect, She found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Mirielle Alouption has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She reduced the fine to $250.00 payable to the City of Fort Pierce Tree Fund and the violator(s) have 30 days in which to comply with the city code of ordinances. In the event the fine is is not paid within the time given, the fine will return to it's original amount $15,000.00. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-3465 BTR | 415 Avenue A | Virtual Schools of Excellence | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | December 31, 2109 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Kraaz & Kraaz Finance LLC 124 N 2nd Street Ste A Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
TENANT: Virtual Schools of Excellence 415 Avenue A Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Sec. 9-16 (A) – Imposed
Section 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
Special Magistrate found that the violation does exist and Virtual Schools of Excellence has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator has 5 days in which to obtain or close out the Business Tax Receipt with the City Clerk’s office. In the event the violation(s) are not brought into compliance within the time period given, per Section 162.09, Fla. Stat., a fine of $100.00 per day will be assessed. She further ordered that after the 30-day period, if not in compliance, all utilities to the premises were to be suspended while the violation continues. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-3270 BTR | 9 E Harbour Isle Drive Apt 106 | Treasure Coast Delivery Goods | Chad Dawson |
| Case Initiated: | December 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Marilyn S Murphy (TR) 4 Harbour Isle Drive E Unit 102 Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
VIOLATOR: Treasure Coast Delivery Goods 9 E Harbour Isle Drive Apt 106 Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 9-16 (A) – Imposed.
Section(s): 9-27 (B) – Doing Business without a Tax
Section(s): 9-27 (C) - Enforcement
Special Magistrate found that the violation does exist and Treasure Coast Delivery Goods has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator has 5 days in which to obtain or close out the Business Tax Receipt with the City Clerk’s office. In the event the violation(s) are not brought into compliance within the time period given, per Section 162.09, Fla. Stat., a fine of $100.00 per day will be assessed. She further ordered that after the 30-day period, if not in compliance, all utilities to the premises were to be suspended while the violation continues. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 20-0030 CE | 3945 S US Highway 1 | GGI II Properties LLC corrected Scavello Management |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 9, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Scavello Management LLC Paul Scavello 101 City Island Ave Bronx, NY 10464 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Neal Poller S University Dr Ste 325 Plantation, FL 33324 |
Section(s): 22-192 (A), 22-177 - Tree Removal
Paul Scavello was sworn in. He said he hired a company based out of St. Lucie County. They did not tell him he needed a permit to remove the trees.
Urban Forester Bertran said there is a flat rate of $200.00 to remove sabal palm trees.
Special Magistrate found that the violation(s) listed on the summary sheet do exist and that Scavello Management LLC has committed or is responsible for the violation(s). She ordered that the violator(s) have 10 days in which to pay $200.00 payable to the City of Fort Pierce Tree Fund. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 19-2967 CE | 2203 Orange Ave | Toivorentals LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | November 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Toivorentals LLC 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, Fl 34983 |
OCCUPIED BY: Jarmo T Toivola 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, Fl 34983 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Toivorrentals LLC 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 10 days to come into compliance or they will be fined $150.00 per day. The Violator shall have 30 days within which to appeal this decision to the Circuit Court.
| 19-2958 CE | 2203 Orange Ave | Toivorentals LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | November 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Toivorentals LLC 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, Fl 34983 |
OCCUPIED BY: Jarmo T Toilvola 229 NE Sagamore Terrerace Port Saint Lucie, Fl 34983 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Section 22-187 (13) – Landscape Maintenance
IPMC 302.7 Accessory structures.
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment.
IPMC 304.6 Exterior walls.
IPMC 304.13 Window, skylight and door frames.
Building Department Co-ordinator Coss said the permit was issued but not for this work. Mr. Toivola was working with Andros Construction and they were in agreement to give them 15 days from the date of order to apply for the proper permit.
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Toivorentals LLC 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 has 15 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 $150.00 per day 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.
| 19-2968 CE | 2211 Orange Avenue | Toivorentals LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | November 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Toivorentals LLC 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983 |
OCCUPIED BY: Jarmo T Toivola 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Special Magistrate Ross found that Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1) (5) 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.
| 19-2969 CE | 2211 Orange Ave | Toivorentals LLC | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | November 5, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Toivorentals LLC 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983 |
OCCUPIED BY: Jarmo T Toivola 229 NE Sagamore Terr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
Section 22-187 (13) – Landscape Maintenance
IPMC 302.7 Accessory structures.
IPMC 304.2 Protective treatment.
IPMC 304.6 Exterior walls.
IPMC 304.13 Window, skylight and door frames.
Special Magistrate Ross found that the violations listed on the summary sheet 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 ente
| 19-3035 CE cont from 2/5/20 |
1205 Seaway Drive TELEPHONE CONFERENCE |
Lascala, Anthony Moore, Tina |
Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | November 14, 2019 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Anthony Lascala Tina Moore 10 Pilar Ln Oakdale, NY 11769 |
TENANT: Tenant 1205 Seaway Dr Apt 1 Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
| TENANT: Tenant 1205 Seaway Dr Apt 2 Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
TENANT: Tenant 1205 Seaway Dr MHSE Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
IPMC 304.1 - Exterior Structure - General
Code Officer Debevec read the facts of the case, presented photos, and explained the nature of the violation. Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Debevec confirmed that she initiated Case # 19-3035 on November 14, 2019 and that the photos she took were time stamped and fairly and accurately depicted the violation. Assistant City Attorney Earley requested the photos be admitted as composite Exhibit 1. Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1.
She said they applied for a permit but it was denied because the contractor was not licensed to do the required work.
Building Department Co-ordinator Coss said a permit was issued for the soffit and facia but the work to be done in this case was outside the scope of the permit. This is a rental unit and they need a commercial permit. The contractor issue has been resolved and the permit has been issued.
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that the Anthony Lascala having been provided notice and failing to be available 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 has 30 days in which to apply for the proper 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 $100.00 per day 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.
| 20-0324 CE | 1001 S 11th Street TELEPHONE CONFERENCE |
CCBN LLC | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | January 31, 2020 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: CCBN LLC 1256 Sycamore Dr Simi Valley, CA 93065 |
REGISTERED AGENT: Jason Maughn 1101 Periwinkle Way Ste 103 Sanibel, FL 33957 |
| OTHER: CCBN LLC 1501 Middle Gulf Dr E 304 Sanibel, FL 33957 |
OTHER: CCBN LLC 3490 Timberline Dr Quincy, IL 62305 |
Section 22-194 - Tree Protection and Mitigation
Code Officer Debevec read the facts of the case, presented photos, and explained the nature of the violation. Through questioning by Assistant City Attorney Earley, Officer Debevec confirmed that she initiated Case #20-0324 on January 31, 2020 and that the photos she took were time stamped and fairly and accurately depicted the violation. Assistant City Attorney Earley requested the photos be admitted as composite Exhibit 1. Special Magistrate admitted them as composite Exhibit 1. Assistant City Attorney Earley asked that this case be treated as a no show.
Urban Forester Bertram explained his training and certification. He said he received a report from Solid Waste about the trees being cut. The trees were alive and showed no sign of damage where the trees needed to be cut down.
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said her department also received a report that the trees had been cut down and left on the side of the road.
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that CCBN LLC having been provided notice and failing to be available by phone 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 be fined $500.00 payable to the City of Fort Pierce Tree Fund. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal the decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk