Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate Overturns Variance Approval for Hilton Garden Inn’s Oversized Sign.

Overview: The Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate meeting primarily revolved around the contentious issue of an oversized wall sign at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel, located on Imperial Boulevard. The sign, installed without a permit and exceeding the allowable size by 90.5 square feet, had its variance approval overturned by the city council. This decision prompted a discussion on the procedural and compliance aspects surrounding the sign’s installation.

Cape Canaveral Residents Advocate for Lien Reduction Amidst Personal Hardships

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate, a portion of the discussion was devoted to a request for lien reduction on a property owned by the Rita M. Goldberg Life Estate, located on Harbor Drive. The property, which accumulated fines amounting to approximately $83,600 due to code violations, was the central topic as the family appealed for a reduction, citing extensive personal hardships that impacted their ability to maintain the property.

Cape Canaveral Magistrate Deliberates on Code Violations, Fencing Dispute, and Property Maintenance

Overview: The Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate meeting on March 25, 2025, addressed issues, including a contentious fencing dispute and multiple property maintenance violations. A notable case involved Dian Bateson, who sought a variance for a five-foot fence installed without a permit, citing safety concerns. Another case highlighted ongoing maintenance violations at a vacant property, emphasizing the importance of neighborhood aesthetics and safety.

Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate Tackles Property Violations and Unpermitted Fence Installation

Overview: The Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate meeting on October 22, 2024, was marked by the examination of multiple code enforcement cases, with attention given to property maintenance violations and an unpermitted fence installation. The magistrate emphasized the importance of compliance with city codes to avoid substantial fines and further enforcement actions.

Cape Canaveral Property Faces Compliance Deadline for Parking Area Repairs

Overview: During the recent Cape Canaveral Special Magistrate meeting on August 27, 2024, the primary focus was a property on Jackson Avenue, which has been in violation of city maintenance codes. The property, owned by Jackson Residential Land Trust, was found to have issues with its parking area. The Special Magistrate ordered the owner to repair the parking area by September 24, 2024, or face potential fines of up to $250 per day.