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Home My WebLink AboutCEB052017Agenda Code Enforcement Board Agenda May 3, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Board of County Commissioners Building and Code Regulation Division Commission Chambers I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG III. ROLL CALL OF CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MEMBERS IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF: APRIL 5, 2017 V. SWEAR IN STAFF MEMBERS VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS VII. CONSENT AGENDA **Unless otherwise stated the Code Enforcement Board will accept and adopt the Consent Agenda as submitted by staff** Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Kevin K. Stalter and Mark A. Crum – Case No. 83488 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – JP Morgan Chase Bank NA Association – Case No. 82905 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – JP Morgan Chase Bank NA Association – Case No. 82580 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Daniel Cozine – Case No. 74230 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien – Bri-Cee Corporation – Case No. 79492 Rescinding of Order Imposing Fine/Lien Order – Ellis and Pat B. Heuwitt Jr. – Case No. 7505 Rescinding of Order Imposing Fine/Lien Order – James S. Decker – Case No. 7731 NOTE: THE NEXT CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD HEARING WILL BE HELD ON JUNE 7, 2017 IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS OF THE ROGER POITRAS ANNEX AT 9:00 A.M. NOTE: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT ON THE 1ST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AFTER THE DATE GIVEN FOR COMPLIANCE, AT 9:00 OR AS SOON THEREAFTER AS MAY BE HEARD, A FINE HEARING WILL BE HELD IF THE VIOLATION IS NOT ABATED BY THE GIVEN COMPLIANCE DATE NOTICE: All proceedings before the St. Lucie County Code Enforcement Board, St. Lucie County, Florida, are electronically recorded. Any person who decides to appeal any action taken by the Enforcement Board at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Upon the request of any party to the proceedings, individuals testifying during a hearing will be sworn in. Any party to the proceeding will be granted an opportunity to cross-examine any individual testifying during a hearing upon request. Written comments received in advance of public hearing will also be considered. 2 Anyone with a disability requiring accommodation to attend this meeting should contact the St. Lucie County Community Services Manager at (772) 462-1777 or TDD (772) 462-1428 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. ***STAFF RECOMMENDATION FOR COMPLIANCE DATE IS JUNE 9, 2017*** ALL DEFAULT CASES WILL RECEIVE STAFF RECOMMENDATION. ********************** VIII. VIOLATION HEARINGS (1) CASE NO: 89017 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 105 N 37TH ST., FORT PIERCE FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: JOSEPH GUERDA 105 N 37TH ST FORT PIERCE FL 34947 TAX ID: 2408-603-0008-000/5 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC - BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS – (Please obtain a permit for the wood structure/room addition or please remove it.) NOV ISSUED: 08/12/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 03/23/2017 SERVED: 03/27/2017 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (2) CASE NO: 90285 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: LOT EAST OF 2507 TROPIC BLVD., FORT PIERCE, FL 34946 PROPERTY OWNER: WINGFIELD DEV CO 4716 JOANNA GARDEN CT WINDERMERE, FL 34786 TAX ID: 1432-801-0068-000/3 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.09.05 (B) SLC LDC - REMOVAL OF EXOTIC VEGETATION – (The pepper trees is on the invasive species list. please trim back the trees ten (10) feet from all neighboring properties.) NOV ISSUED: 12/01/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 3 NTA ISSUED: 04/06/2017 SERVED: 04/13/2017 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (3) CASE NO: 89833 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: LOT NEXT TO 2307 OAK DR., FORT PIERCE, FL 34949 PROPERTY OWNER: PAUL RICHARD AND JOANN BERG 2301 ATLANTIC BEACH BLVD FORT PIERCE, FL 34949 TAX ID: 1436-602-0035-000/4 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.09.05 (B) SLC LDC - REMOVAL OF EXOTIC VEGETATION – (The pepper trees is on the invasive species list. Please trim back the trees ten (10) feet from all neighboring properties.) NOV ISSUED: 10/26/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 04/06/2017 SERVED: 04/10/2017 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (4) CASE NO: 89855 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: LOT NEXT TO 3805 AVE P, FORT PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: ANTHONY R BROWN 211 SW PALM DR #201 PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34986 TAX ID: 2405-601-0329-000/6 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.09.05 (B) SLC LDC - REMOVAL OF EXOTIC VEGETATION – (The pepper trees is on the invasive species list. Please trim back the trees ten (10) feet from all neighboring properties.) NOV ISSUED: 10/14/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 4 NTA ISSUED: 05/03/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (5) CASE NO: 90507 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1203 S 33RD ST., FORT PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: MAUREEN AND DANIEL LEE 20736 WATERS EDGE CT BOCA RATON, FL 33498 TAX ID: 2417-241-0004-000/5 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Please remove or repair any unserviceable vehicles on the property.) SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC - BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS – (Please obtain the necessary permits needed for the downstairs units from business to residential use.) NOV ISSUED: 02/21/2017 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 04/06/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (6) CASE NO: 90510 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5601 SEAGRAPE DR., FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: ERIC J LAMPLOUGH 5601 SEAGRAPE DR FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 TAX ID: 3402-609-0054-000/5 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as appliances, metal, plastic, etc.) NOV ISSUED: 01/12/2017 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 5 NTA ISSUED: 03/27/2017 SERVED: 04/01/2017 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (7) CASE NO: 90390 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 6040 WHIPOORWILL LN., PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34987 PROPERTY OWNER: JOHN R MANGAN 6040 WHIPOORWILL PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34987 TAX ID: 3211-811-0017-000/9 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.07.00 SLC LDC - STORMWATER MANAGEMENT – (Please remove the pine trees from the county drainage easement.) SECTION 7.08.00 SLC LCD - UTILITIES – (Please remove the pine trees from the county drainage easement.) SECTION 11.05.06 SLC LDC - VEGETATION PERMIT REQUIRED – (Please obtain a permit for the pine trees removed.) NOV ISSUED: 12/16/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 03/09/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (8) CASE NO: 87659 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5818 PALMETTO DR., FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: STEPHANIE PLAMBECK 5818 PALMETTO DR FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 TAX ID: 3402-607-0173-000/9 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.03 SLC LDC - DRIVEWAY PERMITS – (The driveway culvert on the property is failing and not working properly. Please obtain the proper permits to replace the culvert.) NOV ISSUED: 04/25/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 6 NTA ISSUED: 03/14/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (9) CASE NO: 91001 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5204 SUNSET BLVD., FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: JON MIKLOSZ AND JOHN H GRAY MIKLOSZ-GRAY FAMILY TRUST 5204 SUNSET BLVD FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 TAX ID: 3402-608-0496-000/2 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.10.14 (C) SLC LDC - INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT PROHIBITED – (Please remove the industrial equipment from the property it is not allowed in a residential zone.) SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as wood, plastic, blocks, etc.) NOV ISSUED: 03/13/2017 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 04/17/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (10) CASE NO: 87325 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5413 RAINTREE TRL., FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: PATRICIA L SINES WALKER 5413 RAINTREE TRL FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 TAX ID: 3402-610-0006-000/8 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.03 SLC LDC - DRIVEWAY PERMITS – (The driveway culvert on the property is failing and not working properly. Please obtain the proper permits to replace the culvert.) NOV ISSUED: 04/19/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 7 NTA ISSUED: 03/14/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (11) CASE NO: 88701 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: BEATRIZ GOYCOCHEA LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 102 LOBSTER RD., PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34983 PROPERTY OWNER: SOUZA TILE AND MARBLE CORP 711 OXORIA AVE FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 TAX ID: 3419-560-0005-000/1 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.06 SLC LDC - VEGETATION PERMIT REQUIRED – (A vegetation removal permit is required for any vegetation removal activities. Please obtain an after the fact vegetation removal permit.) NOV ISSUED: 07/05/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 04/06/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (12) CASE NO: 88714 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: BEATRIZ GOYCOCHEA LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 711 NE CAMINO ST., PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34983 PROPERTY OWNER: PM INVESTING CORP 10302 S US HWY 1 #283 PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952 TAX ID: 3419-515-0173-000/9 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as furniture, gas can and any other miscellaneous items from the property.) NOV ISSUED: 07/06/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 8 NTA ISSUED: 04/04/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (13) CASE NO: 89126 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: BEATRIZ GOYCOCHEA LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 3101 S 24TH ST., FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: THOMAS MEDAJ 5507 EAGLE DR FORT PIERCE, FL 34951 TAX ID: 2428-603-0009-000/4 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-97 SLC C&CL - PROHIBITED ACTS – (Excessive overgrowth of grass and weeds. Please mow and maintain the entire property.) SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Please remove or repair the unserviceable vehicle on the property.) SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as appliances, wood, crates, and any other miscellaneous items from the property.) SECTION 13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE – (Section 304 - Exterior Structure - The roof must be in good repair and structurally sound.) NOV ISSUED: 08/09/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 03/14/2017 SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (14) CASE NO: 90509 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: BEATRIZ GOYCOCHEA LOCATION OF VIOLATION: NEXT TO 13001 S INDIAN RIVER DR., JENSEN BEACH, FL 34957 PROPERTY OWNER: SOUTH RIVER DRIVE ENTERPRISES LLC 5380 N OCEAN DR APT 12H RIVIERA BEACH, FL 33404 TAX ID: 4509-120-0002-020/3 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.09.05 (B) SLC LDC - REMOVAL OF EXOTIC VEGETATION – (The pepper trees are on the invasive species list. Please trim back the trees ten (10) feet from all neighboring properties.) NOV ISSUED: 01/13/2017 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: 9 NTA ISSUED: 04/05/2017 SERVED: 04/10/2017 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 (15) CASE NO: 89981 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: BEATRIZ GOYCOCHEA LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 902 N. LAKE DR. APT A, FORT PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: MARTIN COUNTY PROPERTIES LLC 374 NE GENESSEE AVE PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34983 TAX ID: 2427-701-0061-000/4 VIOLATION: SECTION 13.09.00 SLC LDC - EXTERIOR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE – (Section 303.2 - Protective Treatment. Please repair the rotted wood on the structure.) SECTION 13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE – (Section 304 - exterior structure. the roof must be in good repair and structurally sound. Please repair the roof.) SECTION 13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE – (Section 305 - Interior Structure - The ceilings must be in good repair and structurally sound. Please repair the ceiling.) SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS – (A permit is needed for the replacement of exterior doors. Please obtain a permit.) NOV ISSUED: 11/15/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: SERVED: 04/21/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED BOARD RECOMMENDATION DATE: PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 10 IX. FINE HEARINGS (1) CASE NO: 89039 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 215 N 40TH ST., FORT PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: CHARLES P MEREUS AND HELEN THERMIDOR 215 N 40TH ST FORT PIERCE, FL 34947 TAX ID: 2408-603-0051-000/1 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Please remove or repair the unserviceable vehicle on the property.) SECTION 3.01.03 (J) SLC LDC - RS-4 RESIDENTIAL, SINGLE-FAMILY - (A duplex is not permitted in a RS-4 zoning. Please remove the additional living area by obtaining a demolition permit to bring it back to its original state.) SECTION11.05.01 SLC LDC - BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS – (Please obtain a permit for the repairs made to the carport.) NOV ISSUED: 8/10/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 12/29/2016 SERVED: 01/20/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: May 2, 2017 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ ____________P/D Begin: ______________ Prosecution: $ _________ 11 (2) CASE NO: 89891 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 404 N 38TH ST., FORT PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: LINDA BUCCI, CHERYL AMENT AND KEVIN ORTIZ 1213 ORMOND AVENUE FORT PIERCE, FL 34950 TAX ID: 2408-601-0012-000/0 VIOLATION: SECTION 13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE - (Section 305 - Interior Structure. The ceiling and walls must be in good repair and structurally sound. Please repair the ceiling and walls.) SECTION 13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE – (Section 604.30 - Electrical System Hazard. Please repair electrical light switches and outlets they are unsafe.) NOV ISSUED: 10/19/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 12/29/2016 SERVED: 01/20/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: May 2, 2017 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ ____________P/D Begin: ______________ Prosecution: $ _________ 12 (3) CASE NO: 90286 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MIRLANDE MOISE LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 2008 N 47TH ST., FORT PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: ARIEL HARTMAN 400 NE 12TH AVE APT 504 HALLANDALE BEACH FL 33009 TAX ID: 2406-502-0054-000/6 VIOLATION: SECTION13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE – (Section 305 - Interior Structure - The walls must be in good repair and structurally sound. Please repair the wall behind the toilet.) SECTION 13.08.01 SLC LDC - ADOPTING STANDARD HOUSING CODE – (Section 305.3 - Interior surfaces shall be maintained in good, clean and sanitary condition. Please remove the mold and mildew.) NOV ISSUED: 12/7/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02/03/2017 SERVED: 02/17/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: April 8, 2017 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ ____________P/D Begin: ______________ Prosecution: $ _________ 13 (4) CASE NO: 90375 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: DANIELLE WILLIAMS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5208 MARGARET ANN LN., FORT PIERCE, FL 34946 PROPERTY OWNER: SUSAN M RIDER 5208 MARGET ANN LN FORT PIERCE, FL 34946 TAX ID: 1430-700-0030-000/2 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Please repair or remove the unserviceable vehicles from the property.) SECTION 38-97 SLC C&CL - PROHIBITED ACTS – (Overgrowth of grass and weeds. Please mow and maintain the property and remove all sawgrass from the property.) SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTIES, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLES, ETC. – (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as appliances, buckets, wood, miscellaneous items, tarps, etc.) NOV ISSUED: 12/13/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 2/9/2017 SERVED: 02/16/2017 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: April 8, 2017 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ ____________P/D Begin: ______________ Prosecution: $ _________ X. REPEAT VIOLATION HEARING XI. REFERRAL TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 14 XII. FINE REDUCTION HEARING XIII. MOTION FOR REHEARING OR RECONSIDERATION (1) CASE NO. 90128 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 2642 CENTER RD., FT PIERCE, FL 34946 PROPERTY OWNER: CRISTOS CARAVIAS RECONSIDERATION REQUESTED BY: DANIEL HARRELL TAX ID: 1431-213-0000-000/1 VIOLATION: SECTION 3.01.03 (T) SLC LDC - IL, INDUSTRIAL, LIGHT – (Please remove all outside storage from the property such as vehicles, storage containers, trailers, miscellaneous items, etc. It is not permitted in IL (Industrial Light) zoning.) NOV ISSUED: 11/16/2016 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 12/29/2016 SERVED: 12/31/2016 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED VIOLATION HEARING: 03/01/2017 COMPLIANCE DATE: 04/07/2017 XIV. OTHER BUSINESS 15 XV. STAFF BUSINESS