Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate Approves Lien Reduction for Financially Strapped Property Owner

Overview: During the March 12, 2025, Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate meeting, presided over by Lonnie Groot, the focus was on two main cases involving financial and compliance issues related to local property owners. The most noteworthy event was the decision to reduce a substantial lien against Mr. Aragon’s property, a contentious matter that drew discussion due to its financial implications and the complexities of compliance with city regulations.

Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate Imposes $500 Fine for Vacation Rental Occupancy Violation

Overview: In a detailed and contentious session of the Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate on February 12th, the focus was on a single vacation rental occupancy violation case involving property owner Richard Bour. The meeting, which saw several agenda modifications, ended with a $500 fine imposed on Bour for failing to comply with a city ordinance regarding maximum occupancy limits in his rental property advertisements.

Cocoa Beach Magistrate Reduces $97,000 Lien Amid Health and Compliance Concerns

Overview: At the recent Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate meeting, presided over by Lonnie Gre, attention was given to the case of David Derderian, who faced a staggering $97,255 lien for code violations. Derderian, struggling with severe health issues, requested a reduction of the lien, citing financial and medical hardships. The city’s willingness to forgive the lien, except for administrative costs, highlighted the meeting’s proceedings.

Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate Sets Fines for Vacation Rental Violations Amid Owner Appeals

Overview: During a recent Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate meeting, discussions focused on several cases involving violations of local ordinances related to vacation rental properties. The meeting primarily addressed issues with business tax receipts and occupancy limits, resulting in fines and compliance orders for property owners. The deliberations underscored ongoing tensions between rental owners and city regulations.

Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate Fines Property Owners for Code Violations

Overview: The recent Cocoa Beach Special Magistrate meeting addressed significant code enforcement cases involving unpermitted business operations and property violations, leading to fines and compliance orders for the property owners.