Seminole Code Enforcement Levies Heavy Fines for Non-Compliance
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Meeting Type:
Code Enforcement Board
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Meeting Date:
04/25/2024
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Recording Published:
04/25/2024
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Duration:
75 Minutes
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State:
Florida
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County:
Seminole County
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Towns:
Altamonte Springs, Black Hammock, Casselberry, Chuluota, Fern Park, Forest City, Geneva, Goldenrod, Heathrow, Lake Mary, Longwood, Midway (Seminole County), Oviedo, Sanford, Wekiwa Springs, Winter Springs
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent Seminole Code Enforcement Board meeting, multiple property owners faced significant fines for various violations, with one case resulting in a recommended lien of $28,000 for stagnant water violations. The board also discussed the imposition of liens on another property for rubbish and abandoned vehicles, with the fines totaling $12,400. Additionally, cases involving unauthorized camper use, uncultivated vegetation, and abandoned vehicle violations were deliberated, leading to various compliance deadlines and fines.
One notable issue discussed was the case involving Douglas Gan, who faced a substantial fine of $28,000 due to stagnant water violations that persisted for 112 days. The stagnant water violation is particularly concerning as it poses health risks, including the potential for breeding mosquitoes which can transmit diseases.
In a related matter, the board addressed multiple violations on Sugarwood Circle. The property, owned by Douglas Kuran, was under scrutiny for rubbish and abandoned vehicles, leading to recommended liens of $11,200 and $1,200 respectively for 112 days of non-compliance. During the discussion, Kuran expressed his views on the violations. There was a debate concerning the possibility of placing a lien on the homesteaded property, complicated by the property’s entanglement in foreclosure and bankruptcy issues. A bank representative also addressed the board regarding the difficulties in resolving the property’s compliance. Some board members questioned the legality of raising fish in a pool on the property and the duration of the ongoing violations. Despite these discussions, the board voted to accept the recommended liens for both cases.
The meeting also included debate over a case involving four different violations on a single property. The respondent faced recommendations for corrective action and fines for the presence of rubbish, unauthorized camper use, stagnant water, and uncultivated vegetation. The property owners were noted for their refusal to comply with regulations, and the board voted on fines and compliance deadlines for each of the cases. There was discussion among the board members about whether higher fines could be imposed for certain violations.
In another series of cases concerning the same respondent and address, the board deliberated on fines for an abandoned vehicle violation, uncultivated vegetation, and rubbish, with recommended lien amounts of $5,600 for the vehicle and vegetation violations, and $1,200 for rubbish. A daily fine of $50 for non-compliance was imposed for the vehicle and vegetation cases, while there was debate about reducing the daily fine for the rubbish violation from $100 to $50. However, this motion did not receive a second, and the original daily fine of $100 was upheld.
The meeting concluded with the re-election of Dennis Warren as chairman and the election of Mr. Ross as vice chairman. These leadership positions are important for the continued enforcement of code regulations within the community.
Code Enforcement Board Officials:
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Meeting Type:
Code Enforcement Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
04/25/2024
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Recording Published:
04/25/2024
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Duration:
75 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Florida
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County:
Seminole County
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Towns:
Altamonte Springs, Black Hammock, Casselberry, Chuluota, Fern Park, Forest City, Geneva, Goldenrod, Heathrow, Lake Mary, Longwood, Midway (Seminole County), Oviedo, Sanford, Wekiwa Springs, Winter Springs
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