A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to case number 2474 CB involving Miguel and Maria A. Leon of 1208 Helen Street, Apopka, Florida. Code enforcement officer Cameron presented that the Leons’ property contained abandoned or junk vehicles, including four vehicles, a golf cart, and a boat, in violation of the Seminole County Code. Inspections from April through August 2024 revealed no changes. Officer Cameron recommended the board issue an order for the Leons to correct the violations by September 9, 2024, with a fine of $100 per day for continued non-compliance.

A representative for the Leons, identified as Judy, explained the family’s efforts to evict a relative—a nephew—who had been living on the property intermittently for the past four to five years. Judy detailed the complications, stating, “for about four years we’ve been trying to get my brother’s grandson… to leave.” She mentioned that an eviction notice had been served on August 10, allowing a 30-day response period, and requested additional time to resolve the eviction. Judy responded affirmatively to the board’s inquiries about future compliance plans.

The board discussed the complexities of the eviction process and the ongoing presence of the vehicles. Despite concerns about the prolonged violation, the board considered granting additional time due to the eviction’s legal requirements. Ultimately, they extended the compliance date to October 21, 2024, with the stipulation that failure to comply would result in a $100 daily fine.

Another notable case discussed was number 2476, involving Agnes Muia and a property on Midway Drive. Officer Cameron Ofir reported violations related to uncultivated vegetation exceeding eight inches in height, with inspections from May through August 2024 showing persistent non-compliance. The board ordered Muia to rectify the violation by September 9, 2024, imposing a $50 daily fine for continued non-compliance, with no discussion following the recommendation.

The board then addressed case number 2447 involving Simon. Officer Cameron detailed that rubbish violations were initially noted in December 2023, with compliance achieved by August 7, 2024. A lien of $2,700 was recommended for 27 days of non-compliance, accruing at $100 per day, along with administrative costs of $493.88. Pew spoke about his difficulties, stating, “I don’t read and write. I have to do everything by a lot of people,” and highlighted his financial struggles since losing his landscaping business.

The board discussed the implications of the lien and Pew’s financial hardships. They ultimately voted to reduce the lien to the administrative cost of $493.88 without a specific repayment timeframe, providing flexibility for Pew to address the payment, though one member voted against it.

The meeting also involved case number 2477 concerning Clemy T. Lockett and rubbish violations on Spring Street. Officer Cameron presented evidence of ongoing rubbish accumulation, recommending compliance by September 9, 2024, with a $100 daily fine for continued violations. The board noted the lack of communication with Lockett and highlighted that the rubbish included building materials, which prevented regular garbage collection.

Following this, the board addressed another violation involving Lockett, case number 2478, which pertained to uncultivated vegetation on the same property. The officer’s recommendation mirrored the previous case, requiring compliance by September 9, 2024, with a $50 daily fine for non-compliance. Separate motions were required for each violation, both of which were accepted by the board.

Lastly, the board discussed case number 24-87 CB involving John and Jacqueline McFarland on Margerie Boulevard, focusing on abandoned or junk vehicles. Officer Tammy Lennis detailed a history of notices and extensions, with the property remaining in violation as of March 2024. The board ultimately set a compliance deadline of September 12, 2024, with a $100 daily fine for any continued violations.