Titusville Code Enforcement Orders Compliance and Imposes Fines

The recent meeting of the Titusville Code Enforcement Board saw a series of property violations addressed, with fines imposed and compliance orders issued for issues ranging from unpermitted tree removal to swimming pool maintenance. The board’s deliberations underscored the importance of adherence to city codes and the consequences of violations, including irreparable environmental damage and public safety concerns.

One of the most significant cases discussed involved a property on Seminole Avenue, where trees were cut down without a permit, resulting in damage to a vinyl fence and obstruction of a road. The board considered the gravity of the unpermitted action, which led to irreparable and irreversible damage. Despite the respondent’s attempt to secure a permit after the fact, the board recommended a fine of $5,000 for the violation and the payment of administrative costs. This case was notable for the substantial financial penalty and the discussion around the respondent’s lack of success in obtaining the necessary permit.

A similar case was brought to the board’s attention regarding a property on Cathedral Way. The respondent admitted to cutting down trees without understanding the need for a permit, citing a hurricane that had toppled a tree onto an uncle’s house as part of their reasoning for the preemptive action. The board imposed a collective fine of $3,000 and administrative costs of $1,198.97 for the violation, after deliberating on the issue’s irreparable nature.

Another topic discussed involved a property on Ridgewood Drive, cited for violations relating to dead trees, a damaged fence, a swimming pool, and exterior sanitation. The board expressed concerns regarding the lack of communication with the property owner and debated the interpretation of the city code in relation to the presented violations. An order was issued directing the respondent to pay administrative costs, with a potential daily fine established if the violations were not corrected by a specified date.

The Code Enforcement Board also reviewed violations at a property on Roosevelt Street, where issues such as improperly installed front doors and missing smoke detectors had been resolved. However, openable windows throughout the complex were found to be non-functional and were ordered to be repaired.

Discussions also turned to a case involving a property with overgrown vegetation, a non-functional swimming pool, and a damaged fence. The property owner reported that the overgrowth was due to invasive Brazilian pepper trees from a nearby retention pond and was in the process of arranging for their removal, along with the pool. The board confirmed the code requirements for maintaining swimming pools in a sanitary condition and ensuring that accessory structures, such as fences, are structurally sound.

In a related matter, a property owner on South Street cited for various violations concerning fire codes and permits presented their case, highlighting efforts to comply with city regulations despite delays due to landscaping issues and alleged lack of communication from city officials. The officer recommended that if the violations were not corrected by July 8th, 2024, a fine of $50 per violation per day would be enforced.

During the meeting, there was a request for mediation pertaining to a discussion involving a frustrated property owner who claimed to have addressed the required violations. The board decided to table the agenda item pending further discussion between the parties.

The case of respondents Todd Rer and Sha Rer was also notable. The property was found to be occupied without water service, a violation of the city code. The respondents, present at the meeting, cited health-related delays in their response and requested leniency. The magistrate acknowledged their situation and ordered compliance by either restoring water service or vacating the premises, along with payment of administrative costs.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Mayor:
Daniel E. Diesel
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