North Miami Fines Property Owners for Compliance Failures
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Meeting Type:
Special Magistrate
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Meeting Date:
06/05/2024
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Recording Published:
06/05/2024
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Duration:
220 Minutes
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State:
Florida
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County:
Miami-Dade County
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Towns:
North Miami
- Meeting Overview:
The North Miami Special Magistrate meeting centered around multiple property violations and the city’s efforts to enforce compliance, resulting in fines and deadlines for property owners. One notable issue was the case involving Dorset House Association Inc, which faced a violation for exposed rebar and concrete damage. Despite the association’s claims of conducting extensive repairs worth close to $5 million, the city inspector maintained that the permit for the repairs remained open and compliance had not been fully met. The property management and the association’s attorney argued for more time to close the permit, while the city emphasized the need for fines due to the delay.
In another notable case, a property owner was fined for irreparable damage caused to the city due to a contractor’s work on an abandoned and damaged pool. The magistrate imposed a fine of $1,000 on the property owner, who had recently taken over the property and hired the contractor.
In a separate case, a property at 10005 Northwest 119 Street was under scrutiny for several permit violations, including an unpermitted gas generator installation and an enclosure without a permit. The property owner contested the city’s claims, stating that the necessary documents had been submitted, but the city officials found no evidence of this in their system. Fines were ratified for these violations.
The meeting also addressed multiple cases of non-compliance with recertification requirements for properties on Northwest 132nd Street and Northwest 7th Avenue. Both property managers acknowledged the violations and were given 60 days to resolve them. Sutton House Condominium Association’s failure to obtain or renew their certificate of use was also discussed, with a 60-day deadline imposed to obtain the necessary certificates.
Technical difficulties arose during the meeting when an individual associated with properties belonging to Abdul Rani and W Shama experienced issues with audio and video communication. This highlighted the challenges of virtual proceedings and the need for sufficient technological support to ensure participation.
The South House Condominium Association was granted a 30-day extension to submit an application for a certificate of use, with the president expressing confusion over the requirement. Additionally, YDB Shopper LLC was given a 30-day extension to finalize the submission of documents for a business tax receipt.
The meeting proceeded with discussions on various other violations, including the installation of storage containers and a lift, electrical fixtures, and signs without permits. The property owner requested extensions and explained ongoing renovation plans, but the city stressed the prolonged non-compliance and ratified fines for these cases.
A discussion revolved around a building permit filed in January 2024, which had seen no development or inspections over 140 days. The Special Magistrate emphasized the need for the individual to apply for after-the-fact permits and to expedite the compliance process.
Other property violations discussed included the need to relocate a gas tank exterior facade, dumpster enclosure issues, and various maintenance-related violations such as broken mailboxes and the need for pressure washing and painting.
Alix Desulme
Special Magistrate Officials:
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Meeting Type:
Special Magistrate
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Meeting Date:
06/05/2024
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Recording Published:
06/05/2024
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Duration:
220 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Florida
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County:
Miami-Dade County
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Towns:
North Miami
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