9:05 AM
Code Compliance Manager Margaret Arraiz
Code Enforcement Officer Mike Morabito
Code Enforcement Officer Janey Vanderhorst
Building Department Investigator Shaun Coss
| 16-2241 | 1820 Fulton Drive | Torres, Ninoshka | B J Gasparre |
| Case Initiated: | August 21, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Animal Control - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Ninoshka Torres 1906 Fulton Drive Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 4-22 (A) Animal Restraint - Resulting in Death of a Cat
| 16-2242 | 2102 S 29th Street | Barbosa, Odeci | Kenny Nelson |
| Case Initiated: | August 24, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Animal Control - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Odeci Barbosa 2102 S 29th St Bldg B Apt. 20 Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 4-27 Rabies Vaccination Required.
Section(s): 4-20 Public Nuisance
Section(s): 4-21 Running at Large
Section(s): 4-50 City Registration Required.
| 16-1782 | 614 Avenue I Unit 2 | Avenue I Investments LLC | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | July 22, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Avenue I Investments LLC 5580 SW 7th Place Margate, FL 33068 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 309.1 Infestation
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 704.2.1 Smoke Alarms
| 16-1556 | 906 N 19th Street | Ebgi, Daniel | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | June 30, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Daniel Ebgi 13 Haluzim St 35 Ashdod 77455 ISRAEL |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
| 16-1075 | 909 Ohio Ave | M J Vestors Inc | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | April 28, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: M J Vestors Inc PO Box 9366 Port St. Lucie, FL 34985 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
| 16-1802 | 720 Texas Court | Oyibo, Peter | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | July 26, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - CONTINUED |
| OWNER: Peter Oyibo 4470 34th Dr. Vero Beach, FL 32960 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 108.1.2 Unsafe Equipment
IPMC 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure
IPMC 304.5 Foundation Walls
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 304.13.1 Glazing
IPMC 305.2 Structural Members
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 305.4 Walking Surfaces
IPMC 305.6 Interior Doors
IPMC 309.1 Infestation
IPMC 503.1 Toilet Room Privacy
IPMC 602.2 Residential Heat Supply
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles
IPMC 704.2.1 Smoke Alarms
| 16-1554 | 705 Mades Drive | Sabal Chase Harmony Housing LLC | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | June 30, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Sabal Chase Harmony Housing LLC 152 W 57th Street, 60th Floor New York, NY 10019 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure
The Special Magistrate finds a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was further ordered that they be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet.
| 16-1502 | 905 N 13th St. | Agnew, Linton | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | June 20, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Linton Agnew 1509 Barcelona Ave Ft Pierce, FL 34946 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
Alfreda and Linton Agnew were sworn in for testimony. Mr. Agnew said he came in to obtain a permit but the repairs did not meet code. BDI Coss said because it is a commercial building they will have to hire a contractor. They were advised to contact Rebecca Grohall in the Planning Department to find out what building usage they can have and to contact the Police Department to get no trespassing signs.
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Linton Agnew has committed or is responsible for the violations. He ordered that the violator has 6 months or the property becomes occupied; whichever comes first to apply for the permit and comply with the conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time period 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 his/her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 16-0973 | 624 1/2 Texas Ct. | Fernandez, Shirley | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | April 18, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - Cont. from 9/7/2016 |
| OWNER: Shirley D Fernandez 622 1/2 Texas Ct. Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
5-1.105.1 Permit Required
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure
IPMC 304.5 Foundation Walls
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 304.13 Windows, Doors & Frames
IPMC 304.15 Exterior Doors
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 305.2 Structural Members
IPMC 503.1 Toilet Room Privacy
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 506.2 Sanitary Drainage System Maintenance
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 704.2 Smoke Alarms
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Shirley D Fernandez has committed or is responsible for the violations. He ordered that the violator has 90 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with the conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time period 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 his decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 16-1199 | 115 Maple Ave | DSSELL INVEST, INC. | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | May 9, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: DSSELL INVEST, INC. 3746 Whiteway Dairy Rd. Fort Pierce, FL 34947 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s):
5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 108.1.2 Unsafe Equipment
IPMC 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structures
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 304.13 Windows, Doors & Frames
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 404.7 Food Preparation
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 505.1 Water System
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles
IPMC 704.1 Fire Protection Systems
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that DSSELL INVEST, INC has committed or is responsible for the violations. He ordered that the violator has 90 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with the conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time period 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 his decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 16-1217 | 2512 Avenue E | Hardick, Kristy | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | May 10, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Kristy Hardick 2807 Avenue J Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s):
5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 108.1.2 Unsafe Equipment
IPMC 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 304.13 Windows, Doors & Frames
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 305.4 Walking Surfaces
IPMC 309.1 Infestation
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 506.2 Sanitary Drainage
IPMC 602.2 Residential Heat Supply
IPMC 603.1 Mechanical Equipment
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 605.4 Wiring
IPMC 704.1 Fire Protection Systems
The Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Kristy Hardick has committed or is responsible for the violations. He ordered that the violator has 90 days in which to apply for the permit and comply with the conditions of the permit. In the event the violations are not cured or complied within the time period 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 his decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 16-1571 | 1611 N 19th St | Randolph, Julia A | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | July 7, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - CONTINUED |
| OWNER: Julia M Randolph 1712 Ave O Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: Brandon B Anderson 1611 N 19th St Fort Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section: 5-368 (6) Fence Maintenance
| 16-1715 | 2718 Sunrise Blvd | Music, Cory A & Brittany R Dekker | Janey Vanderhorst |
| Case Initiated: | July 18, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Cory A Music Brittany R Dekker 2718 Sunrise Blvd Fort Pierce, FL 34982 |
OCCUPIED BY: Tenants 2718 Sunrise Blvd Fort Pierce, Fl 34982 |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) Parking on Other Than Pavement
The Special Magistrate found that section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (4) existed 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.
| 16-1947 | 1231 N Lawnwood Circle | Rainbow II LLC | Andy Avery |
| Case Initiated: | August 10, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Rainbow II LLC 142 N Main St #100 Buffalo, WY 82834 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-368 (1)(4) Property Maintenance
Section(s): 22-187 (13)(b) Landscape Maintenance
The Special Magistrate finds a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was further ordered that they be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet.
| 16-1949 | 1502 S 33rd Street | Petersen, Joram O | Andy Avery |
| Case Initiated: | August 10, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Joram O Petersen 2030 Colonial Rd #B4 Ft Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) Outside Storage
The Special Magistrate finds a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was further ordered that they be given the number of days recommended by the Code Enforcement Officer on the case summary sheet to come into compliance or they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet.
| 15-0839 | 917, 919, & 921 Avenue J | Omer, Orit & Gal | Mike Moribito |
| Case Initiated: | June 5, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Massey Hearing |
| PREVIOUS OWNER: Orit & Gail Omer P .O. Box 600086 N Miami Beach, FL 33160 |
CURRENT OWNER: Marie - Lourdes Candio & Francis Fleurant 924 Wagner Place #B Ft. Pierce, FL 34982 |
Section(s): 5-368 (1) Property Maintenance
Section(s): 5-368 (6) Fence Maintenance
Section(s): 5-369 Vacant Buildings
Frances Fleurant was sworn in. He said all he wanted to do was get out of this situation and he was agreeable to paying $100.00 within 30 days.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts ordered the fines be reduced to $100.00 payable within 30 days. If not paid within this time frame the fines would revert back to the original amount and a lien would be recorded at the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court’s Office.
| 15-0858 | 1021 Avenue M | Reno, Jan | Mike Moribito |
| Case Initiated: | June 10, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Massey Hearing |
| PREVIOUS OWNER: Jan Reno P. O. Box 1460 Bastrop, TX 78602 |
CURRENT OWNER: The Estate of Jan Reno C/O James Greenfield 1709 Garfield St. Bastrop, TX 78602 |
Section(s): 5-368 Property Maintenance
Section(s): 5-369 Vacant Buildings
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts ordered the fines be reduced to $200.00 payable within 90 days. If not paid within this time frame the fines would revert back to the original amount and a lien would be recorded at the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court’s Office.
| 15-0622 | 416 Cedar Place | Scott, Joy A (TR) & Leach, Joy S | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | April 20, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Massey - RESCHEDULE |
| OWNER: Joy A Scott (TR) & Joy S. Leach 704 S 7th Street Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
5-368 Property Maintenance
5-1.105.1 Permit Required
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy
IPMC 304.13 Window & Door Frames
IPMC 304.13.2 Openable Windows
IPMC 304.14 Insect Screens
IPMC 304.15 Exterior Doors
IPMC 304.18 Building Security
IPMC 309.1 Infestation
IPMC 404.7 Food Preparation
IPMC 502.1 Required Facilities
IPMC 503.1 Toilet Room Privacy
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixture
IPMC 505.1 Water System
IPMC 602.2 Residential Heat Supply
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 704.1 Fire Protection Systems
The Special Magistrate ordered the fines be stopped and bring the case back in 60 days.
| 15-0518 | 302 S 33rd Street | Moreno, Pedro | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | April 8, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Massey Hearing |
| OWNER: Pedro Moreno 3205 Boston Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts ordered the fines be waived.
| 14-1232 | 302 S 33rd Street | Moreno, Pedro | Andy Avery |
| Case Initiated: | June 13, 2014 | Type of Presentation: | Lien Reduction |
| OWNER: Pedro Moreno 3205 Boston Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-368 (1) Property Maintenance
Pedro Moreno was sworn in for testimony. He said there had been issues with the permit.
Clay Becton who was representing Mr. Moreno was sworn in. He said he was a general contractor and there was extenuating circumstances. He pulled the permit in July or August and made all of the installations. When he applied for a stucco permit he learned he did not get an inspection on the windows; therefore the permit expired. Mr. Moreno's health and finances has been an issue. Mr. Becton is willing to pay some of the cost.
They were agreeable to paying $300.00 within 90 days on approval by the commission.
Special Magistrate Blandino reviewed the 7 criteria required by Rule 17 and will recommend the City Commission reduce the lien to $300.00 payable in 90 days. If not paid within that time the lien would revert back to its original amount.
| 15-1645 | 2005 Avenue P | Simonson, Robert & F. Sandra | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | October 1, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Massey Hearing |
| OWNER: Franca & Robert Simonson 1273 NW 11th Street Boynton Beach, FL 33426 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building.
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required.
Section(s): 5-368 (1) Property Maintenance.
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure.
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage.
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces.
IPMC 309.1 Infestation.
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures.
IPMC 506.2 Sanitary Drainage System Maintenance.
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment.
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles.
IPMC 704.1 Fire Protection Systems.
Section(s): 5-368 (1) Property Maintenance.
Neither the property owners nor a representative were present for the hearing.
Special Magistrate Blandino after hearing the facts of the case and being made aware of the past appearances by the property owner ordered the fines to be restarted and to impose a lien on the property immediately.
| 15-1657 | 1402 Reynolds Court | Simonson, Robert & F. Sandra | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | October 01, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Massey Hearing |
| OWNER: Franca Simonson 1273 NW 11th Street Boynton Beach, FL 33426 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building.
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required.
IPMC 304.7 Roofs and Drainage.
IPMC 304.13 Window and Door Frames.
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces.
IPMC 309.1 Infestation.
Neither the property owners nor a representative were present for the hearing.
Special Magistrate Blandino after hearing the facts of the case and being made aware of the past appearances by the property owner ordered the fines to be restarted and to impose a lien on the property immediately.
| 14-1543 | 1709 N 16th Street | Sturrup, Alfredia | Andy Avery |
| Case Initiated: | July 21, 2014 | Type of Presentation: | Extension of Time - Continued |
| OWNER: Alfredia Sturrup P. O. Box 884 Loxahatchee, FL 33470 |
EXECUTOR: Johnny Brown 2003 Avenue Q Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section(s): 5-368 (1) (3) (4) Property Maintenance
Margaret Arraiz said they were planning on having a training session in December for all of the new ordinances taking place.
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk