Titusville Code Enforcement Board Enforces Compliance With Overgrowth and Safety Regulations

The Titusville Code Enforcement Board held a meeting on August 12, 2024, addressing multiple cases of property code violations. The Board imposed fines and extended compliance deadlines for several property owners who failed to meet city standards on overgrowth, unregistered vehicles, and safety-related maintenance.

One of the most notable cases involved Phillip M. Kirkland and Christopher Kirkland regarding a property on Winchester Drive. The property was cited for overgrowth and the presence of an unregistered vehicle. Despite a previous order mandating corrections by August 9, 2024, a city inspection on August 8 revealed that the violations were still unaddressed. Inspector Flanigan reported that the overgrowth remained and the vehicles were in the same condition. Christopher Kirkland acknowledged that none of the vehicles were operational and lacked current registrations. The Board imposed a fine of $50 per violation per day starting from August 10, 2024, and administrative costs amounting to $198.97 were also levied.

Another case involved Edward Murray, the owner of a property on Doyle Drive. Officer Jim Flanigan presented evidence of ongoing code violations related to the roof and drainage of the property. Although the respondent had addressed issues such as overgrowth and accessory structures, the roof remained problematic. The initial violation notice was posted on October 26, 2023, with a compliance deadline of November 23, 2023. Despite subsequent inspections, the roof was still in disrepair. Murray explained he had faced personal hardships, including caring for his elderly mother after his father’s death. He assured the Board, “I do have the money saved up to do the roof and I will get that taken care of,” and agreed to comply with the new deadline of October 11, 2024. The Board granted an extension, imposing an administrative cost of $287.02 and a potential fine of $100 per day for any continued violations past the new deadline.

The case of Allan and Juel Griffin, concerning a property on South Hopkins Avenue, was also addressed. Officer Flanigan presented evidence of various violations, including missing shingles, improperly installed electrical wires, and the use of unsealed plywood, which led to deterioration. Additionally, a new metal roof section had been installed without proper permits. The city requested a fine of $100 per day per violation if compliance was not achieved by October 11, 2024. The Board accepted the evidence and confirmed that all notices had been properly provided. The respondents were ordered to make necessary repairs, including sealing the walls with approved materials, replacing or repairing the exterior walls, and obtaining the required permits for the roofing work.

In another case, Rachel Pouncy and David Pouncy were cited for violations at their property located on Wager Avenue. Officer Frank Lewis presented findings that the property, which was bare land, had an inoperative vehicle and a trailer, constituting outdoor storage violations. The initial inspection occurred on May 2, 2024, with a compliance deadline set for June 2, 2024. Despite communications, no substantial progress was made, and the property remained unchanged. Lewis provided photographic evidence depicting the inoperative truck and trailer, noting the vehicle lacked visible tags. The Board imposed administrative costs of $128.53, with a fine of $100 per violation per day if compliance was not achieved by September 6, 2024. The respondents were not present at the hearing, leading to a determination that the violations existed as presented.

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Mayor:
Daniel E. Diesel
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