Ocoee Code Enforcement Board Tackles Property Violations Amidst Community Concerns
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent Ocoee Code Enforcement Board meeting, attention was directed towards ongoing property violations, particularly focusing on dangerous conditions on North Lakewood Avenue and protracted issues on Hammocks Drive. Deliberations highlighted the city’s efforts to enforce compliance amidst community appeals and procedural adjustments.
04:58The meeting’s primary focus was a case concerning 2611 North Lakewood Avenue, where Officer Rodriguez presented evidence of severe code violations. The case began with a web form complaint on April 23, 2025, citing unsafe living conditions. Upon inspection by Officer Rodriguez and building official Jamie Simmons, the property was deemed a public nuisance, identified as dangerous, unsanitary, and uninhabitable. The violations included non-operational sanitary facilities and structural damages. Rental Homes Holdings LLC, the property owner, was issued a notice to rectify these issues by May 30, 2025.
12:41Despite the urgency, a re-inspection on June 2, 2025, revealed no compliance, prompting a certified notice of hearing. Eric Spivey, a real estate broker representing the ownership, requested an extension, claiming the property owners were unaware of the violations until recently. Spivey stated, “I have hired a contractor and an electrician,” and sought a 60-day extension to address the repairs, emphasizing rehabilitation over demolition.
16:52The board decided on a 30-day compliance window, with a provision for the city to abate the property if necessary, and imposed a $100 daily fine for continued non-compliance.
20:07Another notable discussion involved properties at 828 and Hammocks Drive, where ongoing complaints of trash and debris led to a $50 daily fine for non-compliance. Property owner Victoria Laney expressed confusion about the violation specifics, highlighting past board decisions that differed in interpretation. Laney cited personal challenges, including disability and HOA disputes, as factors complicating her compliance efforts.
37:16Dr. Michael St. Louis, president of the HOA, along with other residents, presented evidence of persistent issues such as rodent infestations and unkempt conditions, adding pressure on the board to act decisively. Dr. St. Louis voiced neighborhood frustrations over perceived inaction, describing the property as a health hazard. Despite differing accounts, the board maintained a compliance deadline of 15 days for both properties, emphasizing resolution through a structured penalty framework.
57:18Further deliberations involved property on Kimble Avenue, where Officer Laughler reported partial compliance with overgrown weed issues resolved but an improperly parked vehicle still in violation. The board set a 15-day compliance deadline, with a $25 daily fine for non-compliance.
01:01:43The meeting concluded with board comments, expressing appreciation for code enforcement officers and acknowledging upcoming changes, including Officer Teresa Rodriguez’s retirement after 23 years of service. Administrative adjustments included resignations from two board members and a decision to reschedule future meetings to the third Thursday of each month, accommodating holiday conflicts.
Rusty Johnson
Code Enforcement Board Officials:
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Meeting Type:
Code Enforcement Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
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Recording Published:
06/25/2025
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Duration:
67 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Florida
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County:
Orange County
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Towns:
Ocoee
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