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Home My WebLink AboutAgendaCODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD HEARING COMMISSION CHAMBERS - ROGER POITRAS ANNEX MARCH 4, 2015 9:00 A.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG III. ROLL CALL OF CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD MEMBERS IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF: FEBRUARY 4, 2015 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 — John Folger — Case No. 76818 Satisfaction of Fine and Release of Lien — Robert E. Mitchell (EST) — Case No. 74054 Release of Lien — Dianne and Larry Estabrook — Case No. 56637 NOTE: THE NEXT CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD HEARING WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 1, 2015 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. 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 APRIL 3,2015*** ALL DEFAULT CASES WILL RECEIVE STAFF RECOMMENDATION. ********************** VIII. VIOLATION HEARINGS (1) CASE NO. 82521 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 4913 ELM AVE., FT. PIERCE, FL 34982 PROPERTY OWNER: FRANKIE L MURPHY 4911 ELM AVE FT. PIERCE, FL 34982 TAX ID: 3404-501-0118-000/7 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL — ABANDONED PROPERTY, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLE, ETC - (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as the Styrofoam cooler, wood, plastic, and other miscellaneous items.) NOV ISSUED: 12-05-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 01-27-15 SERVED: 02-20-15 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 2 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED Prosecution Cost: $200.00 CASE # 82419 AND CASE # 82469 ARE COMPANION CASES (2) CASE NO. 82419 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 8280 BUSINESS PARK DR., PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34952 PROPERTY OWNER: ST LUCIE BUSINESS PARK LLC 2240 WOOLBRIGHT RD #300 BOYNTN BEACH, FL 33426 TAX ID: 3426-702-0011-000/2 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.00 SLC LDC — PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING DEVELOPMENT PERMITS — (Please obtain a Zoning Compliance for the church or cease operation.) SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit to bring the tenant space for the church into conformance with the Florida Building Code, Chapter 3 (Use & Occupancy). NOV ISSUED: 11-21-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 01-27-15 SERVED: 02-02-15 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 (3) CASE NO. 82469 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MELISSA BRUBAKER LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 8280 BUSINESS PARK DR., PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34952 PROPERTY OWNER: GOOD SAMARITAN MINISTRIES 8280 BUSINESS PARK DR PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34952 TAX ID: 3426-702-0011-000/2 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.00 SLC LDC — PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING DEVELOPMENT PERMITS — (Please obtain a Zoning Compliance for the church or cease operation.) SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit to bring the tenant space, for the church, into conformance with the Florida Building Code, Chapter 3 (Use & Occupancy). NOV ISSUED: 11-21-14 SERVED: NTA ISSUED: 01-27-15 SERVED: 01-30-15 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 3 TYPE SERVICE: TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED Prosecution Cost: $200.00 (4) CASE NO. 82771 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: LYNN SWARTZEL LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 9611 KNOLLWOOD LN., FT. PIERCE, FL 34951 PROPERTY OWNER: BANK OF AMERICANA 100 N TRYON ST CHARLOTTE, NC 28255 TAX ID: 1328-801-0011-000/9 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-27 SLC C&CL — REGISTRATION OF ABANDONED REAL PROPERTIES— (Any property located in St. Lucie County that is in the process of foreclosure must register as per county code. Please complete and return the enclosed form along with the appropriate fees by the given date.) NOV ISSUED: 01-14-15 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02-06-15 SERVED: 02-16-15 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 (5) CASE NO. 82670 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: JOSE MATOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 4007 AVENUE M, FT. PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: JAMES A WILLIAMS (EST) 4007 AVENUE M FT. PIERCE, FL 34947 TAX ID: 2405-601-0545-000/6 VIOLATION: SECTION 13.09.00 SLC LDC — EXTERIOR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE — (Article 303.2 — Protective Treatment. Please remove the mold/mildew from the structure.) NOV ISSUED: 12-31-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02-06-15 SERVED: 02-20-15 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 N (6) CASE NO. 82410 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: CHRIS COUNSELLOR LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 4486 EDWARDS RD., FT. PIERCE, FL 34981 PROPERTY OWNER: ROBERT G AND SAMANTHA J GRAFF 25710 ORANG AVE FT. PIERCE, FL 34945 TAX ID: 2430-501-0030-000/4 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 PROPERTY, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLE, ETC. - (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as plywood, buckets, batteries, and other miscellaneous items.) SECTION 13.09.01 SLC LDC — EXTERIOR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE — (Article 301.3 — Vacant Structures and Land — (Please fix the broken windows and ensure the property is maintained in a safe, secure, and sanitary condition.) SECTION 13.09.00 SLC LDC — EXTERIOR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE — (Article 302.7 — Accessory Structures. (Please fix or remove the shed on the property, as it is open and unsafe.) NOV ISSUED: 12-4-14 SERVED: NTA ISSUED: 02-11-15 SERVED: 02-20-15 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 5 TYPE SERVICE: TYPE SERVICE: POSTED Prosecution Cost: $200.00 (7) CASE NO. 82537 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 401 E PRIMA VISTA BLVD., PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34983 PROPERTY OWNER: PRIMESTAR FUND I TRS INC PO BOX 447 ODESSA, FL 33556 TAX ID: 3419-530-0271-000/3 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit for the structural repair to the wall on the home.) NOV ISSUED: 12-08-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02-06-15 SERVED: 02-10-15 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 (8) CASE NO. 82545 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5701 ORANGE AVE., FT. PIERCE, FL 34947 PROPERTY OWNER: WEST OF TOWNERS LLC 5701 ORANGE AVE FT. PIERCE, FL 34947 TAX ID: 2312-411-0001-000/3 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit for the new wood railing on the open porch.) NOV ISSUED: 12-08-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02-06-15 SERVED: 02-19-15 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 31 (9) CASE NO. 82285 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5105 DEER RUN DR., FT. PIERCE, FL 34951 PROPERTY OWNER: THOMAS E AND ALICIA ATKINSON 5105 DEER RUN DR FT. PIERCE, FL 34951 TAX ID: 1313-502-0019-000/1 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 A (2)a SLC LDC — TIME LIMITATIONS OF BUILDING PERMITS - (Please reactivate Permit #0701-0048 for the aluminum roof replacement in the back of the property and Permit #0708- 0446 for the aluminum railing around the pool as these two (2) permits are now expired.) NOV ISSUED: 12-16-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02-06-15 SERVED: 02-10-15 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 (10) CASE NO. 82187 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: DANIELLE WILLIAMS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 158 SE SONETO CT., PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34983 PROPERTY OWNER: TOM AND CARRIE ROE 158 SE SONETO CT PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34983 TAX ID: 3419-550-0087-000/8 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-26 SLC C&CL — ABANDONED PROPERTY, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLE, ETC. - (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as wood, boxes, and other miscellaneous items.) NOV ISSUED: 10-21-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 02-13-15 SERVED: 02-19-15 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Prosecution Cost: $200.00 0 (11) CASE NO. 82181 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: DANIELLE WILLIAMS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 137 PLACITA CT., PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34983 PROPERTY OWNER: HAROLD SMITH (EST) 137 SE PLACITA CT PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34983 TAX ID: 3419-550-0141-000/5 VIOLATION: SECTION 28-81 SLC C&CL — PROHIBITED ACTS — GRAFFITI - (Please remove the graffiti from the garage doors.) SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit for the doors installed to enclose the garage or remove.) NOV ISSUED: 10-21-14 SERVED: NTA ISSUED: 02-13-15 SERVED: 02-20-15 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 3 TYPE SERVICE: TYPE SERVICE: POSTED Prosecution Cost: $200.00 IX. FINE HEARINGS CONTINUED FROM THE DECEMBER 3, 2014 FINE HEARING (1) CASE NO. 76192 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 908 SHOREWINDS DR. A, B, AND C, FT. PIERCE, FL 34949 PROPERTY OWNER: JOHN D AND KRISTINE N HENDRICKS 11295 N 175TH RD JUPITER, FL 33478 TAX ID: 1425-701-0012-000/7 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.07.08 SLC LDC — FAILURE TO MAINTAIN STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS — (The surface water management system has been allowed to deteriorate into a health hazard caused by unmaintained improper drainage. Please repair the existing damage to the water management system.) NOV ISSUED: 06-17-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 06-19-14 SERVED: 07-28-14 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: September 6, 2014 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: 9 Prosecution: $ (2) CASE NO. 76185 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 804 SHORE, WINDS DR A, B, AND C, FT PIERCE, FL 34949 PROPERTY OWNER: SHOREWINDS LLC 11501 SW 2ND ST PLANTATION, FL 33325 TAX ID: 1425-701-0019-000/6 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.07.08 SLC LDC — FAILURE TO MAINTAIN STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS — (The surface water management system has been allowed to deteriorate into a health hazard caused by unmaintained improper drainage. Please repair the existing damage to the water management system.) NOV ISSUED: 06-17-13 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 11-04-14 SERVED: 11-07-14 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: March 2, 2014 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: Prosecution: $ (3) CASE NO. 76184 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 802 SHORE, WINDS DR A, B, AND C, FT PIERCE, FL 34949 PROPERTY OWNER: CHARLES J VAN BUSKIRK 802 SHOREWINDS DR APT C FT PIERCE, FL 34949 TAX ID: 1425-701-0020-000/6 VIOLATION: SECTION 7.07.08 SLC LDC — FAILURE TO MAINTAIN STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS — (The surface water management system has been allowed to deteriorate into a health hazard caused by unmaintained improper drainage. Please repair the existing damage to the water management system.) NOV ISSUED: 06-17-13 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 11-04-14 SERVED: 11-05-14 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: March 2, 2014 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: Prosecution: $ (4) CASE NO. 81754 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5602 DELEON AVE., FT. PIERCE, FL 34951 PROPERTY OWNER: JOE DACOSTA 7002 LAKELAND BLVD FT. PIERCE, FL 34951 TAX ID: 1301-613-0326-000/0 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC —BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS — (Please obtain a permit for the roof repair.) NOV ISSUED: 10-21-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 11-24-14 SERVED: 12-16-14 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: March 3, 2014 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: Prosecution: $ 11 (5) CASE NO. 81498 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: MONICA VARGAS BARRIOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 2308 S 39th ST., FT. PIERCE, FL 34981 . PROPERTY OWNER: JASON ALLAN 2308 S 39th ST FT. PIERCE, FL 34981 TAX ID: 2420-221-0010-000/8 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit for the addition/porch in the back of the property.) NOV ISSUED: 09-18-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 11-24-14 SERVED: 12-08-14 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: March 3, 2014 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: Prosecution: $ (6) CASE NO. 82278 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: JOSE MATOS LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 2682 MOHAWK AVE., FT PIERCE, FL 34946 PROPERTY OWNER: INUKA K AND JACQUELINE F RHAHEED PO BOX 3883 FT PIERCE, FL 34948 TAX ID: 1428-702-1027-000/4 VIOLATION: SECTION 1-9-32 (D) SLC C&CL — PUBLIC NUISANCE — (Excessive overgrowth of grass and weeds. Please mow and maintain the entire property.). NOV ISSUED: 10-03-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 12-05-14 SERVED: 12-23-14 TYPE SERVICE: POSTED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: February 7 2015 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: Prosecution: $ 12 (7) CASE NO. 81711 INVESTIGATING OFFICER: LYNN SWARTZEL LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 5003 SANIBEL AVE., FT. PIERCE, FL 34951 PROPERTY OWNER: RICHARD III LLC 18305 BISCAYNE BLVD STE 400 AVE NTURA, FL 33160 TAX ID: 1301-615-0185-000/5 VIOLATION: SECTION 38-97 SLC C&CL — PROHIBITED ACTS — (Excessive overgrowth of grass and weeds. Please mow and maintain the entire property.) SECTION 13.09.00 SLC LDC — EXTERIOR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE — (Article 303.2 — Protective Treatment —The broken windows on the front of the structure need to be replaced.) NOV ISSUED: 09-15-14 SERVED: TYPE SERVICE: NTA ISSUED: 11-03-14 SERVED: 11-05-14 TYPE SERVICE: CERTIFIED STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: Fine: $250.00 (Maximum Fine: $5,000.00) Begin Date: February 7, 2015 Additional Prosecution Cost: NONE BOARD RULING: $ P/D Begin: Prosecution: $ X. REPEAT VIOLATION HEARING XI. REFERRAL TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 13 XII. FINE REDUCTION HEARING CONTINUED FROM THE SEPTEMBER 3, 2014 FINE REDUCTION HEARING (1) CASE NO. 72052 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 10725 OCEAN DR., LOT 127, JENSEN BEACH, FL VIOLATOR: MARYSE MAJOR AND PIERRE ROMPRE FINE REDUCTION REQUESTED BY: MARYSE MAJOR TAX ID: 4511-501-0355-000/2 VIOLATION: SECTION 11.05.01 SLC LDC — BUILDING AND SIGN PERMITS - (Please obtain a permit for the interior renovation including electrical, plumbing, and any A/C work.) FINE HEARING DATE: JUNE 4, 2014 FINE BEGIN DATE: MAY 10, 2014 CASE ABATED DATE: JUNE 20, 2014 FINE: $5,000.00 PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: • Reduction by 75% = $1250.00 • No reduction of prosecution cost 14 (2) CASE NO. 78298 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 201 S JENKINS RD., FT PIERCE, FL VIOLATOR: WEST OF TOWNERS LLC FINE REDUCTION REQUESTED BY: JOSEPH MILLER TAX ID: 2312-411-0012-000/3 VIOLATION: SECTION 1-9-32 (D) SLC C&CL — PUBLIC NUISANCE - (Overgrowth of grass and weeds. Please mow and maintain the property.) SECTION 1-9-19 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTY, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLE, ETC. — (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as tires and secure items on porch.) SECTION 1-9-19 SLC C&CL - ABANDONED PROPERTY, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLE, ETC. — (Unserviceable vehicles cannot be stored on property. Please repair or remove all unserviceable vehicles.) FINE HEARING DATE: FINE BEGIN DATE: CASE ABATED DATE: FINE: $5,000.00 FEBRUARY 5, 2014 JANUARY 4, 2014 OCTOBER 24, 2014 PROSECUTION COST: $200.00 STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: • Reduction by 75% = $1250.00 • No reduction of prosecution cost 15 (3) CASE NO. 35783 LOCATION OF VIOLATION: 1945 OLD DIXIE HWY., FT. PIERCE, FL VIOLATOR: LON F. PARSONS FINE REDUCTION REQUESTED BY: LON F. PARSONS TAX ID: 2403-602-0012-000/8 VIOLATION: 1-9-19 SLC C&CL — ABANDONED PROPERTY, UNSERVICEABLE VEHICLE, ETC. - (Outside storage of items and materials are not permitted. Please remove items such as fence, tires, propane tank, etc. from the property.) FINE HEARING DATE: AUGUST 3, 2005 FINE BEGIN DATE: JULY 23, 2005 CASE ABATED DATE: AUGUST 4, 2005 FINE: $6,500.00 PROSECUTION COST: $125.00 STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION: • Reduction by 75% _ $1625.00 • No reduction of prosecution cost XIII. OTHER BUSINESS XIV. STAFF BUSINESS: 16