9:04 am
Margaret Arraiz - Code Compliance Manager
Cindy Ricker - Alarm Assistant
Andy Avery - Code Enforcement Officer
Heather Debevec - Code Enforcement Officer
Vince Alesi - Code Enforcement Officer
Shaun Coss - Building Department Investigator
Tracy Telle - Assistant City Engineer
| 17-2661 CE | 602 602 Emil Drive | Hernandez, Jesus Moran Colin De Eligio, Maria Elvira |
Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | October 23, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Jesus Moran Hernandez Colin De Eligio, Maria Elvira 9156 104th Avenue Vero Beach, FL 32967 |
TENANT 602 EMIL Drive Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (8) – Nuisance – Stagnant Water
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
| 17-2824 CE | 1230 Avenue B | Wilnor, Delva | Isaac Saucedo |
| Case Initiated: | November 7, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - CONTINUED |
| OWNER: WILNOR DELVA MARIE P LOUIS 1230 AVENUE B FORT PIERCE, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section 16-46, 16-47, 16-48 (1)(5) – Outside Storage
| 17-1067 | 1812 S 29th St. | Knight, Leona | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | May 19, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Leona & Jesse Knight 1812 S 29th St. Fort Pierce, FL 34947 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
| 17-0856 | 406 N 28th St. | Shotto, Franklin | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | April 21, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Franklin Shotto 360 Gokchoff Rd. Ft. Pierce, FL 34945 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
IPMC 108.1.2 Unsafe Equipment
IPMC 304.6 Exterior Walls
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 304.13 Windows, Doors & Frames
IPMC 304.13.1 Glazing
IPMC 304.15 Exterior Doors
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 506.2 Sanitary Drainage System Maintenance
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles
IPMC 605.4 Wiring
IPMC 704.2.1 Smoke Alarms
| 17-1541 | 2309 Florida Ave | Callaway, Wilson | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | July 13, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - COMPLIED |
| OWNER: Wilson Callaway (EST) Florence & Carnilia Smith PO Box 1253 Ft. Pierce, FL 34954 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
| 17-2901 PK | 109 N 2nd Street | Peacock, Roland Fletcher | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 17, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation - PAID |
| VIOLATOR Roland Fletcher Peacock |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4908 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4908 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
| 17-2851 PK | 107 N 2nd Street | Dentilus, Jean Osnelito | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 11, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Dentilus, Jean Osnelito |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #7491 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 7491 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2920 PK | Across from 215 N 2nd ST | Demry, Earl III | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 20, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Demery, Earl III |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4923 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4923 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Earl Demery was sworn in for testimony. He works downtown on Second Street and has been parking there for a while. He said the signs were not visible and thought the pole signs went to the driveway not the whole street.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators are ordered to pay the amount on the citation $50.00 as indicated plus the administrative charges of 10.00 and waived the $18.00 late fee for a total amount due of $60.00 payable within 30 days of the hearing date. 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.
| 17-2847 PK | Orange Ave & Melody Lane | Alfonso, Todd Jason | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 9, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Todd Jason Alfonso, |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #7487 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 7487 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2848 PK | Orange Ave East of Indian River Drive |
Stahlhood II, Benjamin Scott Stahlhood, Kacie Leeanne |
Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 9, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Benjamin Scott Stahlhood II Kacie Leanne Stahlhood |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #7488 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 7488 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2899 PK | 207 Marina Way | Panetta, Franciszka Alexandra | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 17, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Franciszka Alexandra Panetta |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4906 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due | ||||
| 4906 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 | ||||
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2902 PK | 108 N Depot Lane | Meader, Jenine Lorraine | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 17, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Jenine Lorraine Meader |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4909 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4909 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2906 PK | Across From 116 Ave A | Brolmann, Wouter Franciscus | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 17, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Wouter Franciscus Brolmann |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4913 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4913 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2907 PK | 20 Orange Ave | Coon, Rena Lynn | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 17, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation - PAID |
| VIOLATOR Rena Lynn Coon |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4914 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4914 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2891 PK | Ave A & Melody La (OPP Marina) | Fisk, James | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 15, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation - PAID |
| VIOLATOR James Fisk |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #7497 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 7497 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2914 PK | 121 N 2nd Street | Moller, Kurt | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 20, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation - PAID |
| VIOLATOR Kurt Moller |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4917 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4917 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2917 PK | Opp. 20 Orange Ave | Jacobs & Davis, P.A. | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 20, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Jacobs & Davis, P.A. |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4920 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4920 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2928 PK | Opp. 20 Orange Ave | Leiti, Jason John | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 21, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Jason John Leiti |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4928 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4928 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-2922 PK | Opp. 135 N 2nd St. | Jones, Crystal Kathey | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | November 20, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation |
| VIOLATOR Crystal Kathey Jones |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #4925 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 4925 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
The Special Magistrate found a violation does exist and the violators that are not present are deemed to have admitted guilt. It was ordered that they pay the amount on the citation 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.
| 17-3200 PK | Foot of Marina Way S/S | Morgan, Paul Marcus | Vincent Alesi |
| Case Initiated: | December 27, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Citation - DISMISSED |
| VIOLATOR Morgan, Paul Marcus |
PARKING VIOLATION: Citation #6209 |
| Citation # | Code Section | Fine / Counts | Total Fine | Admin Fee | Late Fee | Total Due |
| 6209 | 10-23 Parking Regulation | $50.00 x 1 | $50.00 | $10.00 | $18.00 | $78.00 |
Code Compliance Manager Arraiz said there is an area for the marina tenants to park allowing them unlimited parking; however, there is confusion where they think they can also park in the 2 hour parking area using there marina sticker.
Paul M. Morgan was sworn in. He said he was new to the area and didn't know the parking garage was here. He said he lives on the boat and didn't know the parking garage was there for everyone; not just the city people. No one explained how the sticker worked and others told him he could park in the area where he was cited.
After listening to both parties, the Special Magistrate dismissed the case.
| 17-2665 CE | 100 N 26th Street | May and Mo Investments LLC | Andy Avery |
| Case Initiated: | October 24, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: May And Mo Investments Inc 325 SW Ave B Belle Glade, FL 33430 |
OCCUPIED BY: Moaid Badawi 100 N 26th Street Ft Pierce, FL 34950 |
| OCCUPIED BY: ?Dabom Corp 100 N 26th Street Ft Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section 15-3(b)(2)(3) – Removal of signs.
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 Building Department Investigator on the case summary sheet 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, they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 17-1252 | 204 Gardenia Ave. | Hernandez, Iran | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | June 12, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Iran Hernandez 204 Gardenia Ave. Fort Pierce, FL 34982 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
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 Building Department Investigator on the case summary sheet 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, they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| # 17-1826 CE | 431 Dundas Court | Duval, Patrick | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | August 22, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Patrick Duval PO BOX 791 Ft. Pierce, FL 34954 |
OWNER 2nd Address: Patrick Duval 1807 San Marcos Ave Ft. Pierce, FL 34947 |
IPMC 304.7 - Roofs and Drainage
IPMC 304.2 - Protective Treatment
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 Building Department Investigator on the case summary sheet 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, they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 17-1429 | 1310 Boston Ave. | Simon, Norelia | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | June 30, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Norelia & Jean Simon 1310 Boston Ave. Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
Olin Carilus was sworn in as Creole translator. Wilson St. Fleur & Jean Simon were sworn in for testimony. Mr. St. Fleur said he was a licensed contractor and he would apply for the permit. He asked how much. Mr. Coss said the fee is based upon the amount of work but minimus is $180.00. However, since the work was done without a permit the fee is doubled.
Special Magistrate found that a violation does exist and that Norelia & Jean Simon has committed or is responsible for the violations. She ordered that the violator has 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 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 her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 15-1031 | 2001 Orange Ave. | Wymer, Richard | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | July 7, 2015 | Type of Presentation: | Regular - STIPULATION |
| OWNER: Richard Wymer 6675 NE 224th St. Okeechobee, FL 34972 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
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 Building Department Investigator on the case summary sheet 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, they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 17-1107 | 356 Granada St. | Souza, Breno | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | May 23, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Breno Souza & Renata Soares 356 Granada St. Fort Pierce, FL 34949 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): 5-1.105.1 Permit Required
IPMC 108.1.2 Unsafe Building
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles
IPMC 605.4 Wiring
IPMC 304.6 Exterior Walls
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 Building Department Investigator on the case summary sheet 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, they would be fined the amount also shown on the summary sheet. The violator has 30 days in which to appeal her decision in the Circuit Court of St. Lucie County.
| 17-1437 | 2505 Citrus Ave. | Fallon, Judith | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | June 30, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: Judith Fallon PO Box 455 Ft. Pierce, FL 34954 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
Section(s): IPMC 108.1.2 Unsafe Equipment
IPMC 304.2 Protective Treatment
IPMC 304.7 Roofs & Drainage
IPMC 304.15 Exterior Doors
IPMC 305.2 Structural Members
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
The Special Magistrate continued this case until February 21, 2018 hearing.
| #17-2347 CE | 207 Seaway Drive | Graziano, John | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | October 12, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Regular |
| OWNER: John Graziano 1654 Thumb Point Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
TENANT: Hurricane Grill & Wings 2017 Seaway Dr Ft. Pierce, FL 34949 |
| REGISTERED AGENT: Googe, Howard EJR, ESQ Cornett, Googe & Associates, P.A. 401 East Osceola Street Stuart, FL 34994 |
POINT OF CONTACT: Micheal Dravo mdravo@gmail.com |
Section 17-102 - Notification of Spills
Section 17-03(d) - Abatement / Remediation of Storm water Contamination
Assistant City Engineer Tracy Telle said she did an inspection and found an illegal contaminate like grease or oil being dumped and getting trapped. The stormwater was unable to percolate out. The catch basin needed to be cleaned and this was done immediately.
John Scruggs was sworn in. He said he was new to the Hurricane Grill & Wings. He's been in the restuarant business for more than forty (40) years and he understands safe handling of grease. Michael Dravo was no longer with the company but he was aware of the dumping and did nothing about it. This was one of the reasons he was hired. He said he hired Green Wave to do a regular maintenance to the grease system and their engineer would be out in the next week or so to clean the drains and comply the city's case.
After hearing both parties, Special Magistrate continued the case for the next hearing February 21, 2018.
| 16-2819 | 607 N 19th Street | Hartman, Ariel Charuvi, Mordehay |
Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | December 15, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Massey |
| OWNER: Ariel Hartman Mordehay Charuvi 400 NE 12th Avenue Apt 504 Hallandale, FL 33009 |
OTHER ADDRESS: Mordehay Charuvi Shneivr Zalman 36 Haifa, Israel 3254502 |
5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building,
5-1.105.1 Permit Required,
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure,
IPMC 304.1 Exterior Structure,
IPMC 304.13 Windows, Doors & Frames,
IPMC 304.13.2 Openable Windows,
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces,
IPMC 305.4 Walking Surfaces,
IPMC 505.1 Water System,
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment,
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles,
IPMC 704.1 Fire Protection System
This was a telephone conferece. Mordehay Charuvi and Ariel Hartment was sworn in. Mr. Charuvi claimed they did not receive the notices. They were sent to his daughter and she did not forward to them. He asked that Staff and the Special Magistrate read his letter and take note of his issues about the violations referencing the different City sections of the ordinances. This was why he was contesting the fiens.
Mr. Hartman said he has two (2) addresses and he received no mail or any other correspondence about the issues.
Special Magistrate Ross said she was looking at the green certification card, sent to the address of record in Hallendale and returned signed but the signature was not legible. She said they knew about the violations and the fines because Mr. Charuvi came before her in November asking for more time; but she denied the extension of time and continued the fines until the violations were in compliance.
Staff recommended reducing the fines to the administrative costs of $1,452.36 and as the house was for sale make it payable at closing or no later than 6 months from date of this hearing.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be reduced from $14,630.00 to the administrtive fees of $1,452.36 payable upon closing or no longer than 6 months. If not paid within this time period 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.
| 17-1372 | 1201 N 10th Street | Merryman, Patrick | Heather Debevec |
| Case Initiated: | July 29, 2017 | Type of Presentation: | Massey - Stop Fines |
| OWNER: Patrick Merryman ?5140 SE Front Avenue Stuart, FL 34997 |
OCCUPIED BY: |
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): 5-368 (6) Fence Maintenance
IPMC 304.14 - Insect Screens
Patrick Merryman was sworn in. He said he did not change his address with the property appraiser because everything is in Escrow. He didn't think about it and only learned of the fines when he did a title search on a piece of property he was trying to sell. Once he learned of the violation he took care of it immediately.
The Special Magistrate, after reviewing the 3 criteria required by Rule 16 and after considering the facts, ordered the fines be reduced from $7,020.00 to $500.00 payable in 48 hours. If not paid within this time period 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.
| 16-2208 | 907 Citrus Avenue | Mulgrew, Shane | Shaun Coss |
| Case Initiated: | September 16, 2016 | Type of Presentation: | Massey - Issue New Order |
| VIOLATOR: Shane Mulgrew 214 Southern Avenue Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 |
Section: 5-1.101.2.1 Unsafe Building
IPMC 108.1.1 Unsafe Structure
IPMC 108.1.3 Structure Unfit for Human Occupancy
IPMC 304.13 Windows, Doors & Frames
IPMC 304.13.1 Glazing
IPMC 305.3 Interior Surfaces
IPMC 305.4 Walking Surfaces
IPMC 309.1 Infestation
IPMC 403.2 Bathrooms and Toilet Rooms Ventilation
IPMC 504.1 Plumbing Fixtures
IPMC 506.2 Sanitary Drainage System Maintenance
IPMC 602.2 Residential Heat Supply
IPMC 605.1 Electrical Equipment
IPMC 605.2 Electrical Receptacles
IPMC 704.2.1 Smoke Alarms
Daria Ryan was sworn in. She is representing her brother, Shane Mulgrew. He has dementia and did not remember to appear for the original hearing date. He is living in an assisted living home. The new owner is Wayland Willis.
The Special Magistrate amended the order to be complied and stopped the fines as of October 18, 2017. She further reduced the fines from $18,300.00 to $500.00 payable in 30 days. She reminded Ms. Ryan that if the fines were not paid within the 30 days, they would revert back to the original amount and a lien would be recorded against the property.
| 17-2802 AA | 822 Seaway Dr | Chuck's Seafood Restaurant | Cynthia Ricker |
| Case Initiated: | September 22,2017 | Type of Presentation: | Alarm Appeal cont 11/15/17 |
| APPELLATE: Chuck's Seafood Restaurant 822 Seaway Dr Fort Pierce, FL 34982 |
| Date of Alarm | Code Section | Bldg. Type | # of prior alarms | Total Due |
| 07/20/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 0 | 0 |
| 08/8/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 1 | $100.00 |
| 08/8/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 2 | $200.00 |
| 08/9/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 3 | $400.00 |
| 08/13/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 4 | $500.00 |
| 08/14/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 5 | $500.00 |
| 08/14/2017 | 14-24 – Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 6 | $500.00 |
| 10/26/2017 | 14-24 - Excessive false alarm signals | Commercial | 7 | $500.00 |
| Total fines | $2,700.00 |
Peter Angelos was sworn in. Mr. Angelos said there was a glitch in the system and his name was not on the list to call when the alarm went off. Since then the technician has come in and fixed the system. They are in the process of replacing the system.
Roger Marcil from Absolute Protection was sworn in. He said Absolute Protection was taking some of the responsibility for the system problems. He said one of his employees didn't follow up on the dispatches.
The Special Magistrate found Chuck's Seafood Restaurant responsible for the violations. She dismissed alarms dated 8/8/2017, 8/8/2017, 8/9/2017, 8/14/2017, 10/26/2017. The first alarm on 7/20/2017 was listed as Alarm 1 and there was no charge. The alarms on 8/13/2017, 10/26/2017, and 1/9/2018 were then listed as Alarms #2, 3, 4 for a total of $500.00 due in 30 days. She said the next alarm would be $500.00 dollars; but if they could go 12 months without an alarm going off, the number of alarms would revert back to 0. This order shall be forwarded to Cry Wolf for processing
Respectfully submitted:
Colleen Greer
Code Enforcement Clerk